Dawn Patrol: Cubs trade Szczur
Cubs trade Szczur, place Heyward on DL
The Cubs on Monday traded outfielder Matt Szczur to the San Diego Padres for minor league right-handed pitcher Justin Hancock. Hancock, 26, is 24-29 with a 3.91 ERA (209 ER/481.2 IP) in 116 career minor league appearances, including 90 as a starter, in seven minor league seasons in the Padres organization. Full story.
Cubs, Rockies postponed by rain
The game between the Chicago Cubs and Colorado Rockies on Monday night was postponed because of rain. It will be made up as part of a split doubleheader on today, with the first game at 1:10 p.m. and the second at 7:40 p.m. The game was delayed for about 75 minutes before being called. Full story.
Arlington Heights truck driver charged with DUI in Indiana crash
An Arlington Heights truck driver has been charged with DUI after crashing his semitrailer carrying 20,000 pounds of powdered milk in Indiana on Monday morning, ABC 7 reported. Full story.
Aurora man killed in collision
An Aurora man died after a two-vehicle crash Sunday morning in Kendall County, Illinois State Police said. The crash happened at 8:50 a.m. on Route 71 north of Hughes Road. Full story.
Where you can find lawmakers during the congressional recess
With no scheduled session in the week following the U.S. House vote to repeal and replace portions of the Affordable Care Act, suburban members of Congress are home in their districts. Here's a rundown of public events. Full story.
Carol Stream mayor wins $12,700
Carol Stream Village President Frank Saverino was packing up his desk at village hall when he felt thirsty and walked over to the 7-Eleven across the street. Saverino got something to drink and bought an Illinois Lottery Extravaganza! instant ticket. He scratched off - and won - $10,000. Full story.
Weather
Rain in the area and 40 degrees this morning. Highs around 50 today, with lows tonight in the mid 40s. Full story.
Traffic
No major delays on expressways, though the rain is causing some slick conditions. Work is causing restrictions on Washington Street in Grayslake between Lake Street and Haryan Way. Full traffic.
Moncada looks ready, but White Sox won't rush him
In Monday night's 5-3 loss to the Indianapolis Indians at Victory Field, Yoan Moncada went 1-for-5. Earlier in the day, the Chicago White Sox's top prospect was named International League batter of the week after going 11-for-22 (. 500) with 2 home runs, 4 RBI and 8 runs scored while raising his overall average to .352. Read beat writer Scot Gregor's take here.