Weekend in review: Rescued eaglets released

Rescued eaglets released at Starved Rock

Two bald eaglets rehabilitated after an 85-foot fall in late May near Batavia began a new life Saturday with their release to the wild at Starved Rock State Park. “This was really cool,” said Jonathan Buettner, 15, of Naperville, an Eagle Scout and one of hundreds to witness the event. Full story.

U. of Illinois linebacker shot at off-campus party

University of Illinois starting linebacker Trulon Henry will miss the remainder of the season after he was shot in the hand early Sunday morning during an altercation at a party in Urbana, near the school's campus. Henry, who also starred at the College of DuPage, was among three men shot. Full story.

Arlington Heights artist battles rare disability

An Arlington Heights artist is getting one of his drawings admitted to the Art Institute of Chicago's permanent collection. And he's still producing great art even after a traumatic brain and spinal injury. Full story.

Teaching is a six-figure job in two suburban districts

Two districts — Maine Township High School District 207 and Fenton High School District 101 — have cracked the $100,000 salary barrier. The numbers spark discussion on a hot-button issue: Are we paying our teachers too much, not enough? And should their raises continue to outpace many in the private sector in a struggling economy? Full story.

Bartlett mayor late on taxes

For three consecutive years, Bartlett Village President Michael Kelly has been late in paying property taxes on his home and law office in the village, according to Cook County documents. He paid his 2010 taxes -- $25,983 — last week, just hours after the Daily Herald questioned him about it. Full story.

Arlington Heights unveils new sculpture

Some 200 veterans, family members and residents from around the area showed up at Saturday's unveiling of the bronze Eternal Flame sculpture designed by local artist Fran Volz at Memorial Park in Arlington Heights. The mammoth 15-foot bronze flame created by local artist Fran Volz is modeled after the Eternal Flame at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. Full story.

Elgin dedicates monument to first black residents

Members of the Summit Park Neighbors dedicated the first public monument honoring Elgin's first African-American residents Sunday, marking what was the heart of the black community for more than a century. Full story.

Hinsdale veteran dies night after honor flight

A 92-year-old veteran who went on an Honor Flight last week was a prisoner of war in Europe, shot nine times and never slept soundly a night through in his entire post-war life. He called the trip the greatest day of his life, then died peacefully in his sleep at his Hinsdale home the next night. Full story.

Layoffs, fire station closings possible in Elgin

Faced with a potential $13 million budget deficit, Elgin City Council members Friday listened to suggestions of drastic cuts such as closing fire stations and laying off up to 110 city employees, as well as changes to the way property taxes are assessed to ensure steady tax revenue. Full story.

New field house at Marmion Academy

Marmion Academy leaders were all smiles Sunday when they blessed and formally dedicated the school's newest building, the Regole Field House. The 36,000-square-foot facility will provide much-needed space for a variety of athletic activities at the Aurora high school, including basketball, baseball training, tennis and track & field, school officials said. Full story.

Roosevelt exhibit spotlights wrongful convictions

A photo exhibit of the faces and stories of 45 wrongfully convicted Americans will be unveiled at Roosevelt University in Schaumburg today, with the aim of raising awareness and making such cases less likely in the future. Titled “The Innocents: Headshots,” the exhibit features the work of nationally known photographer Taryn Simon and highlights 45 individuals who were sentenced to either death or life in prison but later exonerated by DNA evidence. Full story.

Manzullo to run in redrawn 16th District

Longtime Republican Congressman Don Manzullo has announced his re-election campaign for the redrawn 16th District, pitting him against freshman Congressman Adam Kinzinger. Full story.

World & Nation

• Public workers get boost from sick time ‘cash out.' Full story.

• Lawmakers punt on pensions as liabilty balloons. Full story.

• Republican presidential candidates on the issues. Full story.

• Aging Americans stay home with aid of ‘villages.' Full story.

• Economist Monti to form new Italian government. Full story.

• With Arab vote, pressure mounts on Syria. Full story.

• Effort to recall Wisconsin governor starts Tuesday. Full story.

Life& Entertainment

• Last-minute deals still there for holiday flights. Full story.

• ‘Immortals' reigns with $32 million opening weekend. Full story.

• Oscars' tumultuous week ends with Governors Awards. Full story.

• Academy of Motion Pictures honors Redgrave. Full story.

• ‘Walking Dead' creator figuring out zombie universe. Full story.

Sports

• Turnovers turn into 4th straight win for Bears. Full story.

• Bears-Lions nastiness most welcome, Imrem says. Full story.

• Grading the Bears: Week 10. Full story.

• Rivalry heats up after cheap shots and trash talking. Full story.

• Hawks' home work gets an A-plus. Full story.

• Montador powers up Hawks' attack. Full story.

• New Cubs brass has plenty to do. Full story.

• Dos Santos claims Velasquez's UFC belt. Full story.

• Pacquiao escapes with a decision. Full story.