Ian Miletic didn’t stop shooting — even when his team held off Stevenson 54-53 in overtime Wednesday in the semifinals of the Class 4A sectionals at Schaumburg.
Day: March 6, 2025
Big Ten Tournament: Alexis Markowski and Nebraska rout Rutgers, advance to face Illinois in second round
Alexis Markowski scored 19 points, and 10th-seeded Nebraska coasted to an 84-60 win over Rutgers in the opening round of the Big Ten Tournament on Wednesday.
How Illinois’ Kendall Bostic changed her mindset — and helped turn around the program in 4 record-setting years
Kendall Bostic broke the Illinois record for career rebounds this season. But her impact runs deeper as the Illini enter the postseason.
Elgin News Digest: Elgin Public Museum offering art, history sessions for kids; Elgin Friends of Masons holding St. Patrick’s Pub Crawl
Roundup of small news items for the Elgin area.
What to know about President Trump’s tariffs and their impact on businesses and shoppers
President Trump’s 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico went into effect Tuesday, along with a heightened 20% levy on Chinese goods.
Scavenger hunt aims to bring visitors to downtown Batavia
The Batavia MainStreet group is encouraging visitors to be out on the hunt to discover new businesses and shopping opportunities in the city’s downtown area by offering a “Share the Hype” scavenger hunt that begins on Saturday.
No. 13 Maryland tops No. 17 Michigan 71-65, giving Michigan State at least a share of the Big Ten title
Derik Queen had 17 points and 12 rebounds, leading No. 13 Maryland to a 71-65 win over No. 17 Michigan on Wednesday that gave No. 8 Michigan State at least a share of the Big Ten title.
Early voting ahead of April 1 election begins Friday for some, March 17 for others
Early voting for some suburban residents begins Friday, while others have to wait until March 17.
Amendment to Chicago Public Schools’ budget opens door for long-awaited, controversial loan
The Chicago Board of Education posted a budget amendment that opens the door for Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office to take out a loan on behalf of Chicago Public Schools.
Steve Carell surprises Southern California high school students with free prom tickets
Actor Steve Carell is sending Southern California high school students affected by the devasting wildfires in Los Angeles to the prom for free.