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Reputed boss of Four Corner Hustlers street gang gets new trial after prosecution gaffe
More than three years after his conviction on sweeping gang racketeering charges, reputed Four Corner Hustlers boss Labar Spann will get a new trial after a surprise disclosure showed a prosecutor had promised a star witness less time in prison than what was told to the jury.
Firefighters using soon-to-be-demolished houses for training exercises off I-90 in Elgin
If you happen to see houses on fire on the south side of Interstate 90 just west of Randall Road this week, there’s no need to call the fire department. Firefighters are using the four homes for training sessions that will allow them to practice their skills by creating emergency scenarios.
Valparaiso Mayor Jon Costas pushes ‘innovation’ as key theme for city 2025 goals
Valparaiso Mayor Jon Costas urged “innovation with a proactive approach” as key qualities embraced by the growth to assure success during his state of the city address earlier this month before a gathering of more than 400 luncheon guests hosted by the Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce at the Porter County Expo Center.
Decisions on Oak Park’s new Field Center due Thursday
Oak Park residents have expressed concerns over the Field Center’s cost, the location of the center and its effects on traffic.
Lightning-quick Simeion Harris keeps it simple on defense as Sandwich stops Plano. ‘Go out there and create havoc.’
Simeion Harris leads defense and comes up with 17 points, seven rebounds and five steals in 64-54 win over Plano.
Mayor Brandon Johnson says Trump move to cut federal funding is outside president’s authority
Mayor Johnson shot down the legal standing of the White House memo, but declined to say how much of Chicago’s roughly $4 billion in grant funding could be jeopardized.
Victims of Waukegan fatal shootings found two blocks apart
The Lake County Coroner’s Office identified the victims as Leobardo Diaz, 28, and Fredi Aquilar Carrasco, 31, both of Waukegan.
Paul Johnson’s Aurora-Elgin girls basketball rankings and player of the week
Aurora Central Catholic makes biggest move, while Streamwood enters the rankings.
Deerpath Road overhaul project’s impact concerns some Lake Forest business owners
For years, Lake Forest city officials have talked about putting a facelift on Deerpath Road. Now that the work has begun, some businesses directly affected by the construction are worried about the impact.