Weekend in review: Tea Party, Occupy movements share similar origins
The first suburban protests held in support of the Occupy Wall Street movement haven't been very large. But the Tea Party started emerging in the suburbs just two years ago with similarly small protests. Now suburban Occupy supporters are hoping to match the Tea Party's political success. Full story.
Ron Paul claims Illinois GOP straw poll
Texas Congressman Ron Paul won Saturday's statewide presidential straw poll with 52 percent of the vote. Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney carried the state's in-person voting with 35 percent. “I congratulate Congressman Paul on his victory,” said Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady. Full story.
Streamwood baby born alive, then strangled, authorities say:
A newborn baby boy found Friday in a restroom trash can at a Salvation Army store in Streamwood appeared to have been delivered alive and strangled to death at the scene, police said Saturday. Full story.
Huntley man dies in house fire:
A Friday morning fire in Huntley's Sun City development killed a man and injured a firefighter. An autopsy will be conducted on Monday. Full story.
Pension ads are emotional, but are they true?
As the fierce debate brews over how to reform the retirement plans of thousands of Illinois teachers and other government workers, the dueling sides have taken to the TV airwaves. Their broadcast spots are emotional and poignant, with each side making pitches about why its point of view will have a deep impact on Illinoisans. Yet, none of the ads tells the full story. Full story.
Longer school days ahead in Barrington?
School days and school years in Barrington Unit District 220 could be scheduled much differently in the future depending on the outcome of discussions only just beginning. Among the options are extending the school day and adding full-day kindergarten. Full story.
Want aid for college? Get counseling first.
Elgin Community College is now requiring all students to undergo a financial counseling session before they receive financial aid. It's a response to the national college loan default crisis, and other community colleges plan to follow suit. Full story.
Wish comes true for 5-year-old West Chicago boy
Owen Payton likes to play as rough-and-tumble as any other 5-year-old boy. Watching him, it's hard to tell he's is a survivor of three heart surgeries the first at 6 days old who now is being treated for a rare and potentially dangerous complication. Full story.
Woodridge man charged in dad's slaying unfit for trial
A Woodridge man accused of beating his father to death with a weed trimmer was found unfit for trial Friday. DuPage County Judge Robert Kleeman made the finding after a doctor testified that 21-year-old Yashesh Desai appears to be suffering from a psychotic disorder. Full story.
Cabdriver, clerk save elderly woman from scam artists
Schaumburg police are praising the intervention of a taxi driver and a currency exchange employee for helping a senior woman avoid becoming the victim of a financial scam. Police said the department could formally honor the pair in the future. Full story.
World & Nation
• Initial agreement reached in Greece powersharing.
#8226; Most of the unemployed no longer receive benefits. Full story.
#8226; Cain says he won't answer harassment questions. Full story.
#8226; American who joined Libyan rebels returns home. Full story.
#8226; Twitter, Facebook, social media a #8216;game-changer' for CIA. Full story.
#8226; Accusations of child sex abuse, cover-up rock Penn State. Full story.
Life Entertainment
#8226; Crappy weather, Cubs and politicians: Second City laughs with Chicago. Full story.
#8226; Haley Reinhart, Casey Abrams to appear at holiday fest. Full story.
Sports
#8226; Hawks fail miserably against Canucks. Full story.
#8226; Eagles' Vick, McCoy will test Bears defense. Full story.
#8226; Toews: Not just another game against the Canucks. Full story.
#8226; Paterno shocked, shaddened by Penn St. sex abuse charges. Full story.