Dawn Patrol: Kris Bryant named Rookie of the Year; man accused of killing shelter kitten
Kris Bryant named rookie of the year
Kris Bryant, the Cubs' 23-year-old third baseman, was unanimously voted the National League Rookie of the Year. Bryant, a star at the University of San Diego, was voted College Player of the Year in 2013, and he won Baseball America's Minor League Player of the Year honors in 2014. Full story.
Crystal Lake man accused of intentionally killing kitten
A Crystal Lake man has been charged with intentionally killing a newborn kitten at his home, which is a rescue shelter for cats, police said. Crystal Lake police responded to a domestic disturbance at the home at around 2:30 p.m. Friday, police said. Full story.
Robber strikes at PNC Bank in downtown Elgin
No injuries were reported after a downtown Elgin bank was robbed Monday morning, police said. Police responded about 10 a.m. to a report of a robbery at PNC Bank, 28 N. Grove Ave., Cmdr. Dan O'Shea said in a news release. Full story.
Palin to sign copies of her book in Naperville
Sarah Palin, the first Republican woman to run for vice president, will make a stop Dec. 1 in Naperville — not for a campaign, but to promote a book. In an event sponsored by Anderson's Bookshop, Palin will sign copies of her new title, “Sweet Freedom: A Devotional,” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the Naperville Marriott. Full story.
Lake Zurich band's Paris trip in limbo
In the wake of the terrorist attacks in Paris, the Lake Zurich Unit District 95 school board might reconsider whether to send the Lake Zurich High School band on a planned trip to Paris for a 2017 New Year's Day parade. About 200 band members would travel, along with 12 chaperones and at least two Lake Zurich High instructors, from Dec. 27, 2016, to Jan. 3, 2017. Full story.
Weather
Cloudy and 50 degrees early this morning. The rain will move in later, and temperatures will only climb to 58 degrees this afternoon. It will be 55 degrees overnight tonight. Full weather.
Traffic
River Road remains closed to traffic in both directions between Roberts and Kelsey roads in Lake Barrington until Wednesday, December 16th. Detour via Route 59. Full traffic.
Butler, Bulls hold on for 96-95 win over Pacers
Jimmy Butler scored 17 points and played tough defense on Paul George on Indiana's final possession, helping the Bulls hold on for a 96-95 victory over the Pacers on Monday night. It was the Bulls' third straight win, but Derrick Rose left with an ankle sprain. Read Mike McGraw's take here.