Dawn Patrol: One cop honored for rescue; another bitten in face
Arlington Heights cop honored for pulling woman from burning SUV
Arlington Heights police officer Adam Plawer rescued an unconscious driver from a burning SUV in June - actions that helped earn him the L.W. Calderwood Officer of the Year Award yesterday. Read the full story.
Woodridge man charged with biting cop in face
A Woodridge man is being held on bail after authorities said he attacked a police officer, bit him in the face and tried to take his gun. Read the full story.
Activist priest Pfleger brings message on violence to suburbs
Chicago activist priest Michael Pfleger said society lacks the will to help inner city young men typically demonized as gangbangers and murders in a speech last night at Holy Family Catholic Community in Inverness. Read the full story.
Tri-State Tollway closures to start today
Lane closures on the North Tri-State Tollway (I-94) will begin this afternoon. According to the Illinois Tollway, road repairs are scheduled to begin on Friday for the section of I-94 between Russell Road and Grand Avenue. Full story.
Police: 68 pounds of marijuana, 200 plants seized at Elburn warehouse
A Grayslake man faces numerous felony charges after authorities shut down an indoor marijuana growing operation this month of more than 200 plants at a warehouse in Elburn. Read the full story.
Ela Township fugitive apprehended
An Ela Township man was apprehended by members of the Lake County Sheriff's Warrants team and U.S. Marshals on Thursday morning. Read the full story.
DuPage sheriff searching for package thief
The DuPage County sheriff's department is hoping neighbors may be able to help them capture an alleged package thief who struck near Naperville. Read the full story.
Weather
Partly cloudy and 25 degrees this morning. Sunny today, with highs in the upper 30s. Partly cloud tonight, with lows in the mid 20s. Full story.
Traffic
No delays early Friday. Work is scheduled to cause restrictions on Butterfield Road in both directions near Raddant Road in Aurora until June. Full story.
Carolina's Darling gets better of Blackhawks
Sebastian Aho tipped home a Teuvo Teravainen blast 4:35 into the third period and Scott Darling made 22 saves as Carolina recorded an important 3-2 victory over the Blackhawks at the United Center last night. Read the full story.