Dawn Patrol: Quick hits as you head out the door
Breaking news
Waukegan Police are investigating a report of shots being fired in the 0 to 100 block of Noll St. at about 6:50 p.m. Monday night. Police have not returned calls requesting additional details about the situation.
Family stands behind Cain accuser
The fiance of Glenview resident Sharon Bialek, who has alleged Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain groped her more than a decade ago, said Monday night that she told him that she wanted to be a voice for the women who have accused Cain of sexual harassment but have not come forward. Bialek's cousin also spoke to the Daily Herald on Monday night. #8221;http://dailyherald.com/article/20111107/news/711079701/#8221;>Full story.
Businesses cover cost of Dist. 300 kids' trips to Springfield
About 500 District 300 middle school students area heading to Springfield today, Wednesday and Thursday, when a vote on an extension of a tax break for Sears will likely be taken up in the legislature. Drivers from Durham School Services are donating their time, and ARAMARK food services is donating meals for students. #8221;http://dailyherald.com/article/20111107/news/711079718/#8221;>Full story.
Sears tax breaks could come up for vote
Lawmakers return to the Capitol Tuesday for their last three scheduled days of the year, starting with a possible morning hearing over new legislation intended to keep Sears Holdings Corp. in Hoffman Estates. The latest proposal would extend Sears' tax deal with Hoffman Estates, as well as provide for more money for all affected local governments #8212; including Community Unit District 300. Full story.
Arlington Heights man accused of selling 20 guns online
A 24-year-old Arlington Heights man has been charged with gunrunning. Police said they uncovered the operation after Andre N. Ritual accidentally fired a handgun inside his apartment, sending a bullet into a neighbor's residence. #8220;He says he wasn't making a profit,#8221; said Arlington Heights police Sgt. Rick Cappelman. #8220;He liked to be known as somebody who could hook people up with firearms.#8221; #8221;http://dailyherald.com/article/20111107/news/711079728/#8221;>Full story.
Pedestrian hit in Arlington Heights
A pedestrian was hit and injured while crossing the street at an Arlington Heights intersection Monday night, according to police. A man was crossing Euclid Avenue at Arlington Heights Road at about 5:45 p.m. when he was struck by a vehicle making a left turn, said Arlington Heights Police Sgt. Tom Boggs. Full story.
Need for safe havens in suburbs
In 10 years, Illinois' Safe Haven Law has provided homes for 70 babies legally left with authorities. But nearly as many newborns, including a recent case in Schaumburg, have been left in the wrong places and some, like a recent case in Streamwood, have died unnecessarily, an activist says. Full story.
Judge to decide in power battle between COD and Glen Ellyn
In a decision that could affect the relationships between community colleges and the municipalities in which they are located across the state, a DuPage County judge is expected to rule Tuesday on whether the College of DuPage is subject to local ordinances and building codes in Glen Ellyn. Full story.
Dog mauled in Naperville
Cary standoff locks down schools
A Cary man has been charged after a standoff with police put two area schools in lockdown Monday afternoon. Police responded to a home on the 1000 block of Nighthawk Way after a woman claimed the man struck her and fired a gun in her direction. Police said they found the bullet hole in a window on the back of the residence. #8221;http://dailyherald.com/article/20111107/news/711079703/#8221;>Full story.
Joe Frazier dies at 67
Former heavyweight champion Joe Frazier, who was the first man to beat Muhammad Ali, died Monday night from liver cancer. He was 67. Frazier and Ali fought three times, twice in New York City and once in the Philippines in what may be considered the greatest fight of all time: the #8220;Thrilla in Manila.#8221; #8221;http://dailyherald.com/article/20111107/sports/711079683/#8221;>Full story.
Doctor testifies in day care death trial
A medical expert testifying in trial of Melissa Calusinski said that victim Benjamin Kingan's head injury was #8220;recent#8221; and not an aggravation to an existing injury, as the defense claims. Police say Calusinski threw the toddler to the floor when she became frustrated with him and the seven other children at a Lincolnshire day care, where she served as a teacher's aide. #8221;http://dailyherald.com/article/20111107/news/711079732/#8221;>Full story.
Weather
Heavy rain with highs only in the mid 50s are expected today. Accuweather said between 1.5-inches and 2-inches of rain is expected to hit the ground by the time the rain ends tomorrow morning. Full weather.
Traffic
There are no major delays to report on area roadways early this morning, though with the rain coming, it's expected to become more congested than normal. People are asked to watch for ongoing construction on JR Rakow Road between Ackman Road and Route 31 in Crystal Lake, and southbound Route 53 between Thorndale Road and Army Trail Road in Addison. Full traffic.
Bears' offense solid in win
Earl Bennet's return to the offense helped the Bears rally to beat the Philadelphia Eagles 30-24 last night. Bennet, who returned after a seven-week absence with an injury, racked up 95 yards and scored a touchdown to grab a 27-24 lead in the 4th quarter. #8221;http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20111107/sports/711079662/#8221;>Full story.