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Day: February 17, 2025
Today in History: Jeffrey Dahmer sentenced
On Feb. 17, 1992, serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer was sentenced to life imprisonment after being found guilty of 15 counts of first-degree murder.
Today in Chicago History: Candy heiress Helen Brach disappears
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Feb. 17, according to the Tribune’s archives.
Asking Eric: My mother is a negative Nancy
Dear Eric: My 78-year-old mother is a very kind and generous person; however, she goes through life looking through a lens of negativity. Whatever can go wrong will go wrong in her eyes. She constantly complains that she has the worst luck, the worst pain and is always on the verge of death. The exaggeration and drama of every situation is a part of her daily living. I get calls in the middle of the night telling me that she’s going to have a heart attack or a stroke.
A perfect 30-0 as a freshman, South Elgin’s Allison Garbacz builds upon past performances. ‘I’m not new to this.’
Only a freshman, South Elgin’s Allison Garbacz rolls to the championship Saturday at the Schaumburg Sectional.
One month later, sophomore transfer Declan Sons gets into sectional groove for St. Charles East. ‘I knew what to expect.’
St. Charles East’s Declan Sons earns upset in the 113-pound championship match of the Class 3A Conant Sectional.
Kris Mporokoso is unfazed by Waubonsie Valley’s win over Warren at Indian Creek Shootout. ‘We know what we can do.’
Kris Mporokoso makes key 3-pointer Saturday as Waubonsie Valley holds off Warren at the Indian Creek Shootout.
New IDOT crash data shows drop in traffic deaths but pedestrian fatalities spiking
“It’s really tragic.” While fatal crashes overall are declining in Illinois, the roads are getting more deadly for pedestrians. Why is walking risky business in Illinois?
Pastor brings passion to help as new director of PADS of Elgin
Pastor Katie Shaw Thompson of Highland Avenue Church of the Brethren has been named the new executive director of PADS of Elgin.
Lockport’s Claudia Heeney keeps rolling along, even against undefeated competition. Satisfied? ‘I also want more.’
Claudia Heeney, who’s been virtually unbeatable, continues winning pace Saturday in Schaumburg Sectional.