Dawn Patrol: 4 killed on I-80; Giants win Super Bowl

Breaking news

Four people were killed in a brutal accident on I-80 near south suburban Hazel Crest after a wrong way driver slammed head-on into another vehicle at 2:18 a.m., authorities said. I-80 remains closed from southbound I-294 to westbound I-80 while police investigate the crash, and is expected to remain closed until about 8 a.m., authorities said. Story

Manning outduels Brady in Giants' Super Bowl victory

For the second time in five years the New York Giants led by quarterback Eli Manning defeated the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl. Manning once again marched the Giants down almost the entire length of the field on a late fourth-quarter game-winning drive. Admad Bradshaw scored with 57 seconds left to give the Giants a 21-17 advantage, which its defense preserved during the Patriots' final drive. Manning was named the Super Bowl MVP for a second time. Full story.

Dubin, Democrats help push Kirk initiatives

While Republican Sen. Mark Kirk of Highland Park is recovering from a stroke, several of his priorities are moving ahead in the Senate, in part thanks to fellow Illinois. Sen. Dick Durbin and a handful of other Democratic senators. Durbin describes the Senate's actions as “small things I know are largely symbolic, but I hope they help buoy (Kirk's) spirits.” Full story.

Police stunned by Naperville bar murder, suspect held on $3 million bail

Daniel Olaska, the man accused of stabbing to death a 24-year-old elementary school teacher at a downtown Naperville bar, is being held on $3 million bail, but his father said the family is trying to bail him out. Police continue to investigate the crime, which Naperville Police Chief Dave Dial said spiraled from an argument. “I've never seen something that's made less sense than this, and frankly, I have a long police career,” he said. Full story.

Naperville councilman wants tougher liquor law enforcement

One Naperville City Council member is calling for tougher enforcement of the city's liquor laws and a reconsideration of a recently passed ordinance that would allow bars to stay open after their kitchens close. “It's becoming more of a Rush Street after 10 o'clock at night — it's like Rush Street west,” Krause said last night. “It's been increasing over the last eight to 10 years. There are mobs out there.” Councilman Grant Wehrli disagreed, calling this weekend's stabbing an isolated event that could not have been prevented even with a police officer in the bar. Full story.

Roselle man, 41, struck and killed by vehicle in Bartlett

Bartlett police continue to investigate the death of a Roselle man hit by a vehicle early Saturday evening. Marek Sibiga, 41, was crossing Route 20 from a motel on the 300 block of Lake Street when he was struck by a van at about 5:45 p.m. Police are awaiting toxicology results on the driver but do not expect to issue any citations. Full story.

Suspect attempted to rob Arlington Heights motel clerk

A man passed a note to a front-desk employee of an Arlington Heights motel yesterday afternoon saying he wanted money or he would use his gun, but he fled before the woman could react, police said. The man attempted to rob the Motel 6, 441 W. Algonquin Road, but never actually showed a gun, police said. The woman was not injured, the man did not leave with any money, and police continue to investigate. Full story.

Morton Arboretum kicks off its chocolate month

The Morton Arboretum in Lisle is spending February celebrating chocolate. It started Sunday with a chocolate expo, where more than a dozen vendors specializing in all things chocolate offered samples of their goodies. The delicacies included gourmet chocolate sauces, truffles, bakery items and good old-fashioned chocolate bars. The arboretum's monthlong “Celebrating Chocolate” series takes place each weekend in February. Full story.

Weather

A heavy fog advisory is in effect until 8 a.m., but temperatures will be 31 degrees as you head out the door this morning. It'll climb to the mid 40s this afternoon with a lot of sun, then dip back to about 30 degrees tonight. Snow is expected to fall late Tuesday. Full weather.

Traffic

A left lane on the inbound Jane Addams tollway has been shut down due to an accident at Elmhurst Road, so be prepared to make a stop. Benton Street in Aurora is expected to reopen today after repairs were made to the roadway in the cumbersome Downer Place Bridge Project. Despite Benton Street reopening, bridge replacement is continuing so be prepared for construction traffic in the area. Full traffic.

Will Emery grab hold of Hawks No. 1 goalie spot?

Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville is expected to announce his starting goalie for Tuesday's game at Colorado today, and chances are it will be Ray Emery after his solid start in Friday's 3-1 loss and Cory Crawford's lowly performance in Edmonton Thursday. “Crow's had the bulk of the action all year,” Quenneville said. “Ray is coming off a good game and Crow had it tough in Edmonton. I don't want to forecast or say exactly how it's going to play out, but Ray's done a good job and Crow, we've got to get some confidence.” Full story.