Weekend in review: Epstein feels the love at Cubs Convention
Epstein rocks Cubs convention
Despite Cubs coming off a dismal 71-91 season, fans were over the top in their enthusiasm over the weekend at the 27th annual Cubs Convention. Most, if not all, of the credit goes to new team president Theo Epstein, who heard his name chanted more than once at the Hilton. Full story.
It's safety versus personal liberty on revising rail crossing law
A proposed state law making it easier for commuters to cross tracks to catch trains despite warning signals has safety advocates up in arms. But one proponent says it's a decision reasonable adults can make. Full story.
Glenbard North cheerleader has a gift
While most people are familiar with the Special Olympic athletes competing in sports, one Glenbard North cheerleader has voluntarily build a Special Olympics cheerleader squad that practiced long hours to learn the routines they perform. Columnist Burt Constable tells her story. Full story.
Walsh primary opponents have steep hill to climb
Before they face incumbent 8th District Congressman Joe Walsh in the March 20 primary, fellow Republicans Robert Canfield of Palatine and Richard Evans of Villa Park must first overcome objections to their candidacy petitions that will likely be decided by the Illinois State Board of Elections during the week of Jan. 23. Full story.
Head-on crash with wrong-way driver leaves person in critical condition
A Honda CRV driving the wrong way at a high speed on Milwaukee Avenue in Lincolnshire crashed head-on into two other vehicles and sent four people to hospitals Friday night, authorities said Saturday. One person is in critical condition with life threatening injuries after the crash about 9 p.m. The others have been released or are expected to be released in the coming days, police said. Full story.
King prayer breakfast gets record turnout
“Either everybody counts or nobody counts” were the words Traci Ellis returned to over and over again during the keynote address she delivered Saturday at the prayer breakfast Elgin held to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Full story.
Huntley native makes top 10 showing at Miss America
Huntley native Miss Illinois made it as far as the top 10 Saturday night in the Miss America pageant before being eliminated. Hannah Smith, 20, a 2009 graduate of Huntley High School and a former Miss Huntley, made it through three rounds before failing to make the top 5. The title ultimately went to Miss Wisconsin Laura Kaeppeler. Full story.
World & Nation
Clooney wins big at Golden Globes. Full story.
Tanker carrying fuel reaches iced-in Alaska town. Full story.
Tax cut talks focus on budget cuts, new fees. Full story.
Campaign officials: Huntsman to quit GOP race. Full story.
Rivals say split S.C. conservative vote aids Romney. Full story.
A new polls reveals insights into Mormons. Full story.
Sports
Stalberg, Shaw help lift Blackhawks past Sharks. Full story.
Hawks coach Quenneville won't slam door on Carcillo's return. Full story.
Lucas winning a spot in Bulls rotation? Full story.
Odd pairing yields impressive results for Bulls. Full story.
Packers out of playoffs. Full story.
Ravens move into AFC title game. Full story.
Joe Paterno: ‘I backed away.' Full story.
Rafa, Roger rift emerges at Australian open. Full story.