Dawn Patrol: Despite Sunday's loss, Maddon likes what he sees from Cubs
April ends with a loss, but Maddon likes what he sees from Cubs
The Red Sox broke a 2-2 tie in the bottom of the eighth inning with 4 runs to claim a 6-2 victory Sunday night. But, all in all, manager Joe Maddon says he's happy with the Cubs' performance in April. Read beat writer Bruce Miles' full report here.
I-94 crash victim identified
A 62-year-old Ohio man died in a multivehicle crash Sunday near Libertyville that shut down all eastbound lanes on Interstate 94 for 3.5 hours for cleanup and investigation near Libertyville, Illinois State Police said. Full story.
Apartment fire in Naperville starts in kitchen
An apartment in a Naperville complex on the 1400 block of Fairway Drive was deemed uninhabitable after a Sunday night fire that started while a resident was cooking. Full story.
Batavia resident, teacher hopes to challenge Hultgren
As a high school teacher and a Navy veteran, Batavia resident Victor Swanson says he doesn't feel adequately represented by members of Congress. Hoping to be a voice for the middle class, Swanson said Sunday he is running for the 14th Congressional District seat in 2018, making him the first Democrat to launch a campaign against Republican incumbent Randy Hultgren. Full story
Shakou Asian restaurant expanding to Arlington Heights
Interior renovations continue at a downtown Arlington Heights restaurant space in preparation for the opening of an upscale Asian eatery this spring. Full story
Good cause tops bad weather at Prospect Heights 5K
Under cold and rainy conditions Sunday morning, walkers, runners, and people in wheelchairs took to the streets of Prospect Heights for the ninth annual Backbones 5K Run, Walk 'n Roll. Full story
Riverwalk garden to honor leader who helped path grow
A spot along the Naperville Riverwalk where a garden was blocking a scenic view instead of adding to it is being reborn this spring in honor of a longtime Riverwalk advocate. Cliff Preston, who died last June at age 90, will be honored with a fresh garden along the popular path on the west side of Eagle Street near the Paddleboat Quarry. Full story
Polish eatery opens in Elk Grove Village
Polish food served up at picnics, festivals and markets over the past year has found a permanent home in Elk Grove Village. Tata's Pierogi Co., owned by Leszek Jakubowski and Aneta Olesiak, opened its doors at 554 E. Devon Ave. for a ribbon-cutting celebration Thursday night. Full story
Elk Grove business finds its sweet spot
Elk Grove Village-based Savage Bros. Co. has manufactured and distributed candy-making equipment worldwide for 162 years. Owner and President Bob Parmley has found a sort of sweetness by making heavy copper kettles with related cooking and assembly equipment for candy makers, from the Wisconsin Dells to Africa. Full story.
Weather
More rain today, and flood warnings remain in effect until Wednesday morning. Some clouds and 52 degrees this morning. Temperatures will climb to 57 degrees this afternoon, then dip to 43 degrees overnight. Full story.
Traffic
Royce Road is shut down between Route 53 and Greene Road in Bolingbrook due to flooding. People should use alternate routes. Full story.