Will Chicago’s JackPOT save the city from its pension debt?

MyChiNews.com 12/14 8:09A Vera Sauchanka

Right before leaving the office in May, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has decided to score on his election campaign promises.  One of them, which he also described as a “flashing yellow light of uncertainty” is the $28 billion pension bill that came...

Chicago charity donates acoustic guitars to teens in foster care

MyChiNews.com 12/14 7:50A Vera Sauchanka

As part of its holiday charity events, Play It Forward Musical Foundation in partnership with the local organization “LJW Gives” donates acoustic guitars to teens in foster care. Being in ages 12-18, this group often gets overlooked during the...

Bomb threats are sent across Chicago and nationwide

MyChiNews.com 12/14 6:52A Vera Sauchanka

In another wave of cyber crime that happened this Thursday, extortion attempts have been made in Chicago, as well as Illinois, and across the nation. A series of email threats has been sent to companies, businesses and other organizations,...

Elmhurst business one of many nationwide to receive bomb threat

My Suburban Life 12/14 4:00A mstroka@shawmedia.com

ELMHURST – A location in Elmhurst was one of many across the country that received an emailed bomb threat Dec. 13. Elmhurst police responded at about 2 p.m. Dec. 13 to a report of a bomb threat that was received by a business in the 300 block of...

Police Reports: Elmhurst for Dec. 14

My Suburban Life 12/14 3:52A

Information in Police Reports is obtained from the Elmhurst Police Department. Individuals in Police Reports who have been charged with a crime have not been proved guilty in court. Aggravated robbery Michael Cooper, 29, of the 500 block of...

Illinois bicentennial: State boasts a hair-raising history of beasts and legends

My Suburban Life 12/13 3:15A Peoria Journal Star

• Editor’s note: The Illinois bicentennial series is brought to you by the Illinois Associated Press Media Editors and Illinois Press Association. More than 20 newspapers created stories about the state’s history, places and key moments in advance...

Pet of the week: KENSINGTON

My Suburban Life 12/12 6:47A

Kensington can be timid when you first meet him, but becomes a lovable companion once he feels comfortable in a home. This 5-year-old Domestic Shorthair is a very loving boy who is affectionate and purrs loudly when he is petted around his head...

Sidney Blair, 94

OakPark.com 12/11 12:45P

Dr. Sidney J. Blair, 94, a resident of Oak Park for 57 years, died peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, at Wellington Terrace in West Chester Pennsylvania on Nov. 24, 2018. Born on Dec. 15, 1923 in...

Taste of the Town at Hilton's Oak Brook Hills Resort: B. Restaurant part of $25 million makeover

My Suburban Life 12/11 6:39A rtomell@shawmedia.com

[Chefs ready dishes for a Latin-inspired food station at the makeover unveiling party.] The Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort recently threw a party for the community to celebrate the completion of a $25 million, three-year makeover that...

Chicago mayoral race: challenge continues, no leader defined

MyChiNews.com 12/7 4:39A Jason Saini

Following current Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s surprise announcement that he would not seek re-election, candidates have frantically been looking to take the place of the much maligned incumbent.   A wide range of candidates have submitted...

Chicago mayoral race: challenge continues, no leader defined

MyChiNews.com 12/6 7:20P Jason Saini

Following current Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s surprise announcement that he would not seek re-election, candidates have frantically been looking to take the place of the much maligned incumbent. A wide range of candidates have submitted petition...

Investigation of Northwestern student killing: donor gifts a $10,000 reward

MyChiNews.com 12/6 6:25P Jhane King

On September 2, 2018, Shane Colombo fell victim to the senseless violence of Chicago. Colombo was a 25-year-old Ph.D. student who just landed in Chicago and was set to begin clinical psychology at Northwestern University. Colombo was shopping for...

Sing We Joyous! appeals to all ages

OakPark.com 12/5 11:44A

With so many holiday activities in the Chicago area, how do people choose with only a few free weekends before Christmas Day? The producers of Sing We Joyous! have a solution their performance appeals...

Taste of the Town: Balmoral Restaurant brings Scotland to culinary scene

My Suburban Life 12/4 7:48A rtomell@shawmedia.com

[Gleneagles' Rack of Venison is a specialty at Balmoral Restaurant.] More than a wee bit of Scotland can be discovered at Balmoral Restaurant, an upscale venue launched in early June by native Scotsman Colin Smith. Located near the corner of Route...

WWII veteran’s artistic pursuits enhance his long life

My Suburban Life 12/4 4:09A

LA GRANGE HIGHLIANDS – A unique upbringing and serving in World War II led to a life defined by faith, family and a flair for the arts, for Frank Del Monaco of LaGrange Highlands. The 92-year-old lost his father at age 4, when a drunk driver hit...