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Jalen Brunson agrees to a four-year, $156.5 million extension with Knicks, AP source says
NEW YORK — Jalen Brunson has agreed to a four-year contract extension worth about $156.5 million with the New York Knicks, a person with knowledge of the details said Friday. Brunson could have earned a much bigger deal by waiting a year but chose the extension on the first...
Casten proposes asking apparel makers to voluntarily reveal environmental impact of production process
U.S. Rep. Sean Casten of Downers Grove Friday announced bipartisan legislation to better inform consumers about the environmental impact of clothes they purchase. The Illinois Democrat, whose 6th district includes much of the West and Southwest suburbs in Cook and DuPage counties, co-sponsored the Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act with Florida Republican U.S. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar. The bill proposes manufacturers work with the Environmental Protection Agency to voluntarily affix a label on products or on packaging that contains information revealing the product’s carbon footprint.
Woman gets probation after pleading guilty to felony theft
A DuPage County judge has sentenced a Warrenville woman to two years of probation for fraudulently collecting more than $20,000 through a Paycheck Protection Program loan while employed by the Illinois Toll Highway Authority, Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s office said Friday. Krystal D. Britten, 53, pleaded guilty to...
Republican Party names Kathy Salvi state chair; National Committeeman Richard Porter looks ahead to GOP convention
Republicans will gather in Milwaukee next week for what promises to be a historic national convention. Former President Donald Trump will be nominated for the third consecutive time as the party’s presidential nominee, the first major party candidate to win nomination that many times since Franklin Roosevelt. And if...
DuPage forest preserve leaders willing to seek $17 million tax increase
Some DuPage County forest preserve commissioners have expressed support for putting a tax increase request on November election ballots. As they begin to prepare a 2025 spending plan, officials say the proposed tax increase would provide “long-term financial stability” and allow the district to acquire more land. The district has identified more than 250 acres that could be preserved as open space.
Schaumburg man facing weapons charges following 5-vehicle crash in May
A 20-year-old Schaumburg man has been charged in connection with a May 9 five-vehicle crash in Palatine that followed reports of people in an SUV pointing handguns at fellow motorists. Amine A. Badou of the 1000 block of Casa Drive in Schaumburg, identified as the driver of the black Honda...
The most important Bear in 2024? There’s really only one choice
Chicago Bears training camp is only a week away. Veteran players report for camp on July 19 and practices begin July 20. The much-anticipated 2024 season is nearly here. This week, we are counting down the top five most important Bears players in 2024. What makes one player more important than another? That’s subjective, of course. But for our purposes it comes down to this: Are the Bears worse off if this player can’t play? Does this player have untapped potential or past greatness to live up to? Is his story going to be one fans follow closely this season?
Camp I Am Me Golf Classic on Sept. 24 support youth burn survivors
Mount Prospect-based nonprofit Camp I Am Me by Illinois Fire Safety Alliance will host its fourth annual Golf Classic Tuesday, Sept. 24, at Chevy Chase Country Club, 1000 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Wheeling. Golfers are invited to gather a foursome and register. Individuals are welcome too and will be placed...
Batavia to host open house on Main Street reconstruction project
A public information meeting on the improvement plan for Main Street from Randall Road to South Van Nortwick Avenue will be held Wednesday, Aug. 7. The open house will be 5 to 7 p.m. at city hall, 100 N. Island Ave. The purpose of the meeting will be to present...
10 suburban beaches to check out this summer
Summer is the long-awaited season. The sun beaming down on you, the break from school, and a trip to the beach is dreamed of all year long, especially in the Midwest. The feeling of the sand in between your toes and the icy, yet refreshing, lake water is unmatched. So take a closer look at the beaches near you — what they have to offer and fun events for you to attend. A trip to a suburban beach is one of the best ways to enjoy the warm summer months.
FUZE Band performing at Izaak Walton Reserve July 18
On Thursday, July 18, the FUZE Band will be performing at 7 p.m. at the Hanover Township Izaak Walton Reserve outdoor amphitheater, 899 Jay St. in Elgin. This Santana tribute group is known for their classic rock covers and salsa music hits. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets...
Second District 59 board member resigns in as many weeks
A second Elk Grove Township Elementary District 59 school board member has stepped down in as many weeks. Daisy Espino, elected in April 2021, announced her resignation in a written statement Wednesday. The board held a meeting that night, but Espino did not attend. “I am beyond grateful to have...
IDOT, University of Illinois reach agreement on research partnership
SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Department of Transportation recently announced that it has signed a six-year, $48 million agreement with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Illinois Center for Transportation at The Grainger College of Engineering to continue a longtime joint research program. “We are excited about our progressing partnership...
McHenry County needs more workforce housing, officials find
McHenry County has a shortage of workforce housing, and about a quarter of county households are cost-burdened, according to a new report addressing housing in the county. Cost-burdened households spend more than 30% of their income on housing. The county lacks enough housing for those whose jobs are in the county, according to county documents.
70-year-old Rolling Meadows Boy Scout troop closing down
Rolling Meadows Boy Scout Troop 168 will close down this month after 70 years of service to youth in the community. But the troop will hold a final court of honor on Saturday, July 27, to remember its history. Anyone who was involved with the troop or wanting more information...
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz beats Daniil Medvedev to return to the Wimbledon final
LONDON — Carlos Alcaraz is only a couple of months past his 21th birthday, and yet this whole Grand Slam success thing is already a bit been-there, done-that for him. Moving a step closer to a second consecutive Wimbledon title and fourth major championship overall, Alcaraz overcame a shaky start Friday to beat Daniil Medvedev 6-7 (1), 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 in the semifinals at Centre Court.
Go fishing with Mundelein police on Saturday
Grab your poles and lures, fishing fans, and head to Mundelein: the police department’s annual Cops N Bobbers fishing derby is Saturday, July 13. The event will run from 8 a.m. to noon at the Mundelein Seminary, 1000 E. Maple Ave. People should enter the seminary grounds from Route 45 and follow the signs to the derby site.
The U.S. men are favored for basketball gold at the Paris Games, but many challengers await them
There is one goal, and it's always the same goal for USA Basketball. The only acceptable result from these Paris Olympics is another gold medal. And the most recent gold was one of the toughest to get. At the Tokyo Games three years ago, the U.S. trailed Spain by 10...
Woman charged with reckless homicide, DUI in fatal wrong-way I-90 crash
A 21-year-old Chicago woman is facing homicide and DUI charges following a wrong-way, two-vehicle crash on Interstate 90 near Rosemont Wednesday that killed a Vernon Hills man. Illinois State Police say Jakyla M. Hester drove the wrong direction in the outbound lanes of I-90 near Cumberland Avenue at about 4:30...
Velocity training has pushed pitchers to their limits. Baseball is grappling with the injury risks
SEATTLE — Justin Verlander was a gangly teenager. His parents jokingly called him a "brontosaurus." Long before he became a three-time Cy Young Award winner, he was a high schooler who couldn't consistently muster the arm strength needed to get drafted. So he went to college, took the time he required to mature as a pitcher via traditional training methods, and eventually developed an arm that pushed him from prospect into major leaguer and ultimately an ace.
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