A Chicago man is facing multiple charges stemming from allegedly strangling and assaulting a woman in Hammond on Christmas Eve.
Chicago man accused of attempted rape on Christmas Eve
Day: December 27, 2024
Naperville News Digest: Interfaith prayer service set for Jan. 5 at Wentz Concert Hall; Community Job Fair being held at Fort Hill Activity Center
Roundup of small news items for the Naperville area.
Aurora to host Rocket League tournament as part of new esports gaming series
The city of Aurora will jump into the esports arena with its first Rocket League tournament on Monday. It’s the inaugural event in the Aurora Gaming Series, and city officials say it’s the first video game tournament in the country hosted by a local municipality.
Five takeaways: Bears show more problems with end-of-game time management
The Bears put together yet another disappointing effort during Thursday’s 6-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks at Soldier Field.
Author Pens Empowering Debut Single for Trauma Survivors
Bestselling memoirist Ellen Newhouse is branching out into songwriting with the upcoming release of her debut single, Dream Stealer. The deeply personal track serves as a “love letter” to Ellen’s younger self and a message of empowerment for survivors of abuse. Ellen, who grew up in Brookline, Massachusetts and later moved to New York City, overcame a traumatic and violent childhood – a journey she wrote about in her bestselling memoir Nothing Ever Goes On Here and her one-woman show of the same name. For the last 35 years, Ellen has…
Stay warm with the best winter hats
Cover up your noggin when temperatures drop by adding winter hats to your wardrobe. Even if you’re stocked up, here are a few new ideas.
Steve Reaven’s boys basketball rankings and player of the week for Lake County
Waukegan coach Ron Ashlaw reaches a milestone, while Lake Forest and Deerfield rise in the rankings.
What to do in Chicago: ‘Les Miz,’ live music and last chance for ZooLights
Also around the area this weekend, the WWE Live Holiday Tour in Rosemont and Jerrod Carmichael in Wicker Park.
Glide like a pro with the best ski wax
Similar to goggles or gloves, ski wax is another accessory that is commonly overlooked until it’s too late. We list the best ski waxes.
Clear heavy snow easily with the best roof snow rake
Roof snow rakes are an effective, simple tool for eliminating the dangers of the extra snow weight on your roof.