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Erick Fedde pitches 6 strong innings, Martin Maldonado has 3 RBI and White Sox rout Guardians 8-2
CLEVELAND — Erick Fedde allowed one run in six innings, Martin Maldonado homered and had three RBI, and the White Sox routed the AL Central-leading Cleveland Guardians 8-2 on Wednesday night. Fedde (6-3) retired the final 12 batters he faced, giving up three hits while striking out three. The...
Advocate Sherman Hospital celebrates 50 years of training paramedics
For nearly as long as there have been paramedics, an Elgin hospital has been training them. Advocate Sherman Hospital recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of its paramedic training program, with 20 graduates completing the 11-month course. “If we didn’t have paramedics in the field, doing the interventions they do, patients...
Changing roles has been challenge for Cubs pitcher Wesneski
Hayden Wesneski has earned a spot in the Cubs' cache of promising young pitchers. But after being taken deep twice by Philadelphia's Trea Turner on Tuesday, Wesneski has given up 10 home runs in his last 20 innings pitched. He's had to shuffle between being a starter and reliever several...
Geneva golf course wins nearly $3.5 million over mismanagement claims
A nearly $3.5 million judgment was leveled last month against three companies accused of mismanaging the Mill Creek Golf Course in Geneva, according to federal court records. The judgment is against defendants Evergreen Alliance Golf Limited LP, Premier Golf Management Inc., and Premier Golf EAGL GP LLC Inc. for $3,469,564.
Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz advance at Wimbledon. Naomi Osaka loses
LONDON — Coco Gauff likes No. 1 Court at Wimbledon. It's where she beat Venus Williams back in 2019 when Gauff made her Wimbledon debut at age 15. On Wednesday, Gauff beat qualifier Anca Todoni 6-2, 6-1 to advance to the third round at the All England Club. “This...
Board as a whole decides who has access to association records
Q. There is an on-site office at our association where the association’s books and records are stored. Due to a history of misplaced records, the lock on the office door was changed. However, the board president has decided on their own that only the president should have a key to the office. The secretary of the board asked for a key, and the president denied the request. The president said that he should be contacted if another board member needs access to the office. Should the president be making this decision alone?
Mount Prospect police nab two boys after park vandalized
Two 14-year-old boys were referred to the Mount Prospect Police Department Juvenile Diversion program after authorities said they were caught with spray paint shortly after a park was vandalized. Police said they were called to Busse Park at 111 N. Owen St. just after 6:20 p.m. Monday for a report...
Ask the pediatrician: Food safety tips for your next outdoor family meal
When planning a family cookout or packing a picnic to enjoy at the park, pool or beach, keep food safety in mind. Children under age 5 are at higher risk of getting seriously sick from contaminated food. Food poisoning tends to be more common in the summer. It's when more people cook and enjoy meals outdoors, away from refrigerators, sinks and thermometers.
Fireworks and flags fan pre-Fourth of July festivities
Flags and fireworks marked a festive beginning to early Fourth of July celebrations across the suburbs Wednesday. From Barrington to Wheaton, crowds gathered in parks, schools and athletic fields to usher in Independence Day. More suburbs will join in the festivities Thursday as parades kick off in downtowns and hometown...
Blossoming or Serenity? Rolling Meadows residents pick from two logos to rebrand city’s image
Rolling Meadows residents are being asked which of two finalists for a new city logo they prefer as part of a rebranding effort launched by city officials. That outreach, which includes an online survey on the city website, is also expected to take place along the Fourth of July parade route starting at 11:30 a.m. Thursday. City Manager Rob Sabo said officials will hand out flyers with the two logo options and a link to the website to make a pick.
Cavendish breaks Merckx’s record for most career Tour de France stage wins with his 35th victory
SAINT-VULBAS, France — Mark Cavendish wrote a new chapter of Tour de France history in what is expected to be his last appearance at cycling's biggest race. The veteran Isle of Man sprinter broke Eddy Merckx's long-standing record for most career Tour de France stage wins with his 35th victory on Wednesday.
Apply to be Aurora Ward 1 alderman
Applications are being taken to fill the Aurora Ward 1 alderman seat being vacated by Emmanuel Llamas. The person selected will serve until April, when an election will take place for the remaining two years of Llamas’ term. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, a registered voter of Ward 1 and a current resident of the ward for at least one year. Applications are due at 5 p.m. July 13. To apply, visit aurora-il.org/Ward1Appointee.
Free life drawing class at Des Plaines Public Library
Learn to draw the human body in a life drawing class July 20 at the Des Plaines Public Library. The free class is scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to noon in the Commons area at the library, 1501 Ellinwood Ave. A clothed model will be the focus of the class.
Can second-year receiver Scott find a role in the Bears’ offense this season?
The Bears are heading toward a momentous training camp. Veteran players will report to Halas Hall for camp on July 19. The team will hit the practice field the following day. All eyes will be on the Bears this summer. They have the No. 1 overall draft pick in Caleb Williams, and they will be the featured team on HBO’s “Hard Knocks.”
Concerts July 5-11: Daryl Hall and Elvis Costello, The Beach Boys, Mud Morganfield, Niall Horan
Violin, Viola, Cello and Piano Spotlight Sonatas: 1:30 p.m. Friday, July 5, at Ravinia Festival, 200 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park. Classical sonata and chamber repertoire. Free with an advance ticket. ravinia.org. Hey Day Happy Hour: 4-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 5-6, at Hey Nonny, 10 S. Vail Ave.,...
Grasse hosts upcoming Community Blood Drive
New state Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, will host a community blood drive in collaboration with state Sen. Mark Walker next week. “I invite neighbors across my community to join us for a community blood drive and give the gift that can change someone’s life for the better,” said Grasse. “Blood drives are extremely important to make sure hospitals have a stable supply to help others in tragic accidents, treatments for cancer patients, and other emergency situations. Donating blood is fast and easy — plus, you can save lives and significantly impact local families in times of crisis and beyond. I look forward to seeing members of our community come together for this event.”
Richard Petty, ‘The King’ of NASCAR, says camp for seriously ill children is family’s true legacy
Richard Petty, with a record 200 Cup Series wins, seven championships and a first-ballot inductee into the Hall of Fame, is considered NASCAR's greatest driver. He is spending the season celebrating 75 years of NASCAR participation by his famous family — basically since the inception of the stock car series in 1948 — and reflecting on the legacy that will be left behind.
Yeah, booyyyeeee!!! Flavor Flav, Red Lobster have a dinner for you
Believe the hype. Flavor Flav loves him some Cheddar Bay biscuits. A month after the longtime Public Enemy rapper and hype man posted an Instagram reel of him ordering everything on the Red Lobster menu during a visit with his family, Flav has collaborated on a namesake meal with the beleaguered restaurant chain.
Coffee Talk
The Des Plaines History Center will host its July Coffee Talk program at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 12, with “Jules Verne & H.G. Wells, and the Birth of Sci-Fi.”. These two men, Jules Verne and Herbert George (H.G.) Wells, largely thought to be the creators of science fiction, are largely unknown quantities beyond their names and a few of their most well-known imaginative tales. While there is no doubt that they deserve lasting fame for their amazing accomplishments, there were other contributors to what was then termed “scienti-fiction.” And those select few, who were able to imagine the world we now inhabit and beyond, live on in their stories.
A simple recipe for Caesar salad on its 100th birthday
It's 100 years since the Caesar salad was invented, it's said, on the Fourth of July at a restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico. And it's had staying power. The original is credited to Italian immigrant Caesar Cardini, who tossed it in the dining room of his restaurant, Caesar's Place, in 1924. Since then, the salad's been flexible enough to accommodate a wide variety of toppings and ingredients.
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