The “Squad,” a group of progressive lawmakers in the House, is set to shrink next year after two members suffered primary defeats after an unprecedented deluge of special interest spending.
Day: August 16, 2024
Naperville’s Go Brewing seeks to build on its nonalcoholic beer success with new partnerships
Even when Joe Chura was just starting to eye the possibility of fashioning his own nonalcoholic beer business, he had his sights set high. He wanted to make the best nonalcoholic brew on the planet. Just over a year and a half into the venture, Chura hasn’t quite taken the world by storm yet. But he’s on his way.
Column: Chicago Cubs survive Hector Neris’ blown save in a 6-5, 10-inning win against the Toronto Blue Jays
Héctor Neris coughed up a three-run lead in the ninth inning Friday, but the Chicago Cubs bounced back to keep hope alive with a 6-5 victory against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Arlington Heights school nurse charged with giving students wrong medication
After an investigation that took nearly four months, an Arlington Heights school nurse was charged Friday in connection with misappropriating medication prescribed to students, police said.
Strike by drivers hits Chicago paratransit riders
Chicago residents with disabilities face challenges getting around amid a strike by Pace paratransit drivers.
West Dundee Village Board could name new police chief by month’s end, officials say
A successor to West Dundee Police Chief Anthony Gorski, who retired in July after nearly 30 years with the department, could be announced by the end of the month, village officials said.
WGN-Channel 9 midday anchor Dina Bair sells Georgian-style home in Wilmette for $2M
Bair and her husband sold the home because they are empty nesters.
US consumer sentiment rises slightly on Democratic optimism over Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential prospects
A surge in optimism by Democrats over the prospects of Vice President Kamala Harris lifted U.S. consumer sentiment slightly this month.
Chicago getting set for DNC protests, here’s a rundown of what to expect
Protest groups have been gearing up to take advantage of the attention coming to Chicago. They have planned at least seven demonstrations, with more rallies unsanctioned by the city likely.
Kane County Board approves $3 million to buy building in Elgin
The building, near the I-90 and Randall Road interchange, will hold satellite offices of the Kane County Health Department, county clerk and Court Services, officials said.