Dawn Patrol: Quick hits as you head out the door today
One person dead in Palatine stabbing late Monday
Authorities are still investigating the stabbing death of a 22-year-old man late Monday in Palatine, police announced. Palatine Police officials said they were called to the 1300 block of N. Port O'Call at 8:07 p.m. Monday with claims someone had been stabbed. Officers arrived on the scene and discovered the male victim lying on the ground bleeding. He was transported to Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights, authorities said, where he later died from his wounds. Full story.
Metra Trains running late after accident in Cary
Metra officials said the Metra Northwest Pacific Line is running about 15 to 30 minutes behind schedule after a train hit an unoccupied car at Three Oaks Road in Cary, officials said. Full story.
Cary boy in serious condition after falling into canyon
An 8-year-old Cary boy remains hospitalized this morning after falling 26 feet into a canyon while hiking with his family at Starved Rock State Park on Sunday. He was reported to be in serious condition at a Peoria hospital after sustaining head and neck injuries, authorities said. Full story.
Animal shelter owner case goes to trial
The trial of Deer Park animal shelter owner Diane Eldrup is scheduled to begin today with jury selection. Eldrup is charged with animal torture and aggravated cruelty to animals after authorities say they discovered 34 dead animals there in December. Full story.
Barrington car dealership plans expansion
Is the auto industry on the rebound? Officials from one local car dealership, Wickstrom Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in Barrington,
Connelly to run for Milner's senate seat
State Rep. Mike Connelly will hold a news conference today to formally announce his run for the 21st district state Senate seat currently held by John Milner, who is stepping down in order to spend more time caring for his ailing wife. Milner announced last week that he wouldn't be running for re-election, and he is expected to endorse Connelly. The district includes parts of Naperville, Wheaton, Carol Stream and Lisle. +"http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20110906/news/709069855/"> Full story.
Former Wheeling Township assessor dies
Funeral services will be held later this week for former Wheeling Township Assessor Dolores Stephan. She served in the elected position for 24 years, and was heavily involved in local Republican Party politics. Full story.
Weather
Dig out that jacket, because today is expected to be sunny and cooler than normal. AccuWeather said it'll reach a high of only 69 degrees, and temps will only hit mid to high 50s this morning. Full weather.
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Traffic
Motorists are asked to avoid Rand and Williams roads in Palatine due to an unknown police activitiy taking place this morning. Otherwise, no major hotspoots are being reporters and things are running smoothly. Full traffic.
Nearly perfect for Sox rookie
It was a tough weekend for the White Sox in Motown, getting swept by the division-leading Tigers. But they had good news to celebrate Monday, after a near-perfect pitching performance by rookie Zach Stewart. The 24-year-old took a perfect game into the 8th inning during the second game of a doubleheader. The Sox swept both games from the Minnesota Twins. Full story.
Kaner ready to go
Blackhawks winger Patrick Kane said Monday he expects to play in the preseason later this month. Kane had surgery after aggravating a wrist problem he suffered during a game at the end of the regular season. On Monday, he threw out the first pitch at the Cubs-Reds game. Full story.