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Former Enterprise Newspaper group Advertising Director Pat Ryan died Feb. 19 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home, surrounded by his loving wife and lifelong friend, Don Strle. He was 61. An avid Cubs and Ohio State University fan, Pat was well-known in the Will County community and a friend to all that met him. He left the newspaper industry just a few years ago to become Director of Membership at the Plainfield Chamber of Commerce. Visitation will be from 2-7 pm,... Full story
On Friday night, the Benet Academy Redwings (21-9) traveled to Arlington Heights to complete their 2019-2020, East Suburban Catholic Conference schedule against rival St. Viator. Trailing 30-20 at the half, the vaunted Redwing defense allowed just 10 Lion points in the second half, that led to the Redwings' 43-40 ESCC victory. On Saturday night in Lincolnshire, the Redwings were stymied by the state-ranked Stevenson Patriots in a non-conference match-up. Stevenson (24-4), the North Suburban Conference champions, rolled past... Full story
This morning, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum unveiled an officially licensed, limited edition bobblehead featuring Chicago Cubs star shortstop Javier Baez riding a cub. This is the newest addition to the extremely popular Riding Bobblehead Series and comes as Baez and the Cubs prepare for their first Spring Training game on Saturday. The bobbleheads are being produced for the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum by FOCO, an official licensee and manufac... Full story
Twenty-four consecutive wins and the 2020 IHSA Class 4A Joliet West Regional Championship. On Joliet's West Side on Thursday night, Joliet West slipped past Moline 49-45 to defend its house and win the Class 4A Joliet West Regional championship. It was the 24th consecutive game the 29-3 Tigers were victorious. Up next for the Tigers will be a long bus ride to the Peoria-area and a date with Lincoln-Way West (29-3) in a IHSA Class 4A Pekin Sectional semifinal, Tuesday at 7. West's Lisa Thompson advances to Country Financial... Full story
With 5:36 remaining in their IHSA Class 2A Wilmington Sectional championship game, Joliet Catholic Academy junior Jenna Hernandez' steal and coast-coast score gave the Angels a 36-33 lead. The Angels (17-18) would not score another point. Seneca (27-7), behind their 6-1 junior center Madison Bromberek (10 points, 16 rebounds, nine blocked shots) and 5-foot-8 senior Mara Bruno (five points, 13 rebounds), rallied past JCA, for a 40-36 victory. Bromberek scored five consecutive points to give the Lady Irish a 38-36 lead with... Full story
On Wednesday night in Aurora in an IHSA Class 4A Metea Valley Regional opener, Plainfield Central led their District 202 rivals Plainfield South 32-29 at the end of the third quarter. On Dec. 6 at Plainfield Central (12-21), the Wildcats defeated South 61-53. On Feb. 7 at South (16-12), the Cougars romped past the Wildcats 50-32. In the first six minutes of the fourth quarter, the Cougar defense turned the Wildcats over nine times and go on a 17-0 run to lead 46-32 with two minutes left in game. Cougar junior Aniaya Mabry (14... Full story
"Well we're back to .500 and into the Sweet 16," Joliet Catholic Academy Angels' coach Jim O'Brien said Tuesday night. No sweeter words were spoken for the JCA girls (17-17), that just three years ago finished the season at 0-27. On Tuesday night in the IHSA Class 2A Wilmington Sectional semifinal, the Angels (17-17) outlasted the Minonk-Fieldcrest 52-42 in overtime. With the victory, the Angels will take on Seneca (26-7) Thursday night at 7 p.m. for the IHSA Class 2A Wilmington Sectional championship. Seneca defeated... Full story
Members of the 32-lawmaker Illinois Legislative Black Caucus said Gov. JB Pritzker’s budget proposal for the fiscal year starting in July is a good start but needs more money and support for people of color. “I was so pleased to hear so many things that the governor mentioned that have been issues that the black caucus has fought for for many years,” said black caucus chair Sen. Kimberly Lightford, D-Maywood. Every member of the black caucus is a Democrat, the same party of Pritzker, who delivered his second annual budge... Full story
Over the President’s Day Weekend, Joliet West High School wrestler Jeremy Pullen placed third at the IHSA Sectionals at 160 pounds and qualified for the 3A IHSA State Competition. He advances to the IHSA State Wrestling Tournament in Champaign, IL this upcoming weekend, Thursday-Saturday, February 20-22, 2020. Joliet West Wrestling Coach Chuck Rumpf said, “I am most proud of the perseverance and determination Jeremy has demonstrated in getting this far. He has been close to... Full story
Henry D. Lange (DOB 05/09/65), of the 4700 block of Winchester Avenue in Lisle, was arrested on February 19 after committing a string of criminal offenses. Shortly after 5 p.m., a Lisle Police Officer was investigating a suspicious vehicle in the 5900 block of Route 53. While speaking with Henry Lange about the vehicle, it was determined that the Pontiac G6 was in fact stolen from Lockport within the past week. Lange attempted to drive away from the scene, and the officer... Full story
In the final game of Evergreen Park High School's Sunday Showcase, Bolingbrook took on Leo (15-14) of Chicago. The five-game Sunday high school basketball showcase was presented by Evergreen Park High School's head basketball coach Paul Flannigan. Flannigan's Mustangs defeated Lincoln-Way West, 75-64 in the showcase's first game. With Bolingbrook (23-5) leading Leo 27-23 with just three minutes before halftime, the Raiders and their 'Three Amigos' turned the switch on and put this one away. Three point bombs from Alijah Nelso... Full story
For Lisle (27-7), its IHSA Class 2A St. Joseph Sectional opener with Chicago Woodlawn (13-6) would be a tune-up for the main event in Westchester on Thursday night at 7. The Illinois Central 8 champions from Lisle overwhelmed the girls from Woodlawn 47-12. After watching the Class 2A defending state champions, from Chicago Marshall (19-10) destroy their sectional semifinal opponent from South Shore 59-9, the Lions put on a similar outstanding performance. Up next for the Lions will be the two-time defending Class 2A state... Full story
Bolingbrook (24-5, 5-1) pulled back to within one full game nof the Southwest Suburban Blue leaders from H-F (22-3, 6-0) with the 72-54 win over Lockport (12-16, 1-5) at the 'Brook. Plainfield North (19-7) traveled to Neuqua Valley (21-8) in Naperville in a nonconference game with IHSA Class 4A Lockport Sectional seeding implications for both teams. The two teams battled for 32 minutes to a 55-55 deadlock in regulation. The overtime was all Tigers. Outscoring their hosts from Neuqua Valley 17-6 in the overtime, North rolled... Full story
The Computer and Mathematical Science students from Lewis University performed well in the 2020 Cyber 9/12 Strategy Challenge at the University of Texas-Austin, January 16-17. Overall, the team placed third out of 19 university teams. The Lewis University team placed ahead of Harvard University, but lost the final round to West Point. The Cyber 9/12 Strategy Challenge is a one-of-a-kind cyber competition designed to provide students from across academic disciplines with a... Full story
Illinois leaders reacted to news Tuesday that U.S. President Donald Trump commuted the prison sentence of former Gov. Rod Blagojevich which he received for corruption convictions. ABC News confirmed the commutation had occurred Tuesday. Blagojevich began serving a 14-year federal prison sentence in 2012. He was convicted on 11 criminal counts related to his effort to sell the former U.S. Senate seat vacated by Barack Obama when he became president. Blagojevich was also convicted on six counts related to campaign contribution... Full story
Several Plainfield East High School students and a teacher saved the life of another student who was choking on a grape in class on Wednesday, February 12, 2020. During Kristen Lindbeck's English class, sophomore Joshua Virhuez mentioned that he was hungry to his classmate Lisette Vazquez, who then offered Virhuez some of her large red grapes. Virhuez recalls moving the grape to the side of his mouth so he could take a drink of water. "I thought I had chewed it, and I drank... Full story
Dear Dave, How do you feel about timeshares, and the free trips and dinners they offer as part of their sales pitches? Is it possible to win with these things? – Dan Dear Dan, In my opinion, timeshares are a complete waste of time and money. Lots of folks go into this kind of thing believing they'll play the game and win. They think they'll get a vacation weekend and other free stuff, then just say "no" when the time comes. The problem is, most people aren't as tough a sell a... Full story
"Spring ahead! Fall back!" That's the simple memory device we've all been taught to remember which way to reset our clocks when daylight saving time begins (on the second Sunday in March) or ends (on the first Sunday in November). The practice aims to give people an extra hour of sunlight after their working days during springtime and summer. I always think of daylight saving time's arrival as a sign that the bounty of spring, beginning March 19, will soon be filling up the... Full story
On my two previous trips to Switzerland's tiny-but-touristy Zermatt, I failed to catch a glimpse of the glorious Matterhorn mountain that draws so many to the burg at its base for a peek at the peak. My third try was the charm, and now I have a confession: I'm in love with the Matterhorn. Now I get why this mountain town of 5,800 people is so popular. There's just something about the Matterhorn, the most recognizable mountain on the planet. Just seeing the Matterhorn is one... Full story
Dear Cathy, I am having a problem with my terrier who has many toys but insists on burying both of his orange toys. When I dig them up in the yard, he seems sad and embarrassed. This has been going on for several years. Is there any explanation for this? I have been asking around about this, but so far no one has been able to explain this behavior. - Ann Marie, Fort Lauderdale, Florida Dear Ann Marie, Dogs generally bury things they covet and want to save for later, such as... Full story
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: A few months ago I noticed minor pain in my elbow when I'd lift anything - even something light. Recently, the pain is worsening and moving down my inner forearm. My elbow hurts even when I'm not lifting. Turning my wrist or twisting my arm causes pain. What could be the reason for this? Are there things I can do at home to make it better, or do I need to see my health care provider? ANSWER: The problem you describe sounds like "golfer's elbow." The medical... Full story
The shortlist for the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Women's Footballer of the Year award was announced, with Chicago Red Stars captain Julie Ertz among the five nominees. Ertz was a focal point for both the Red Stars and the United States Women's National Team. The U.S. WNT went on a 23-game unbeaten streak in 2019 with Ertz earning 22 starts during that run. She made five starts in six matches during the FIFA World Cup, scoring her first career tournament goal... Full story
For the Benet Academy boys basketball game, Valentine's Day was all about winning. Prior to player introductions, Redwing coach Gene Heidkamp was honored for reaching his 300th career win at the school. He then led Benet to a 45-43 East Suburban Catholic Conference win over Notre Dame, top-ranked Class 3A team in the state. "We needed a big win," Heidkamp said. "We have played a very tough schedule and come up short against some very good teams. Notre Dame is an outstanding... Full story
Farmers Market seeks volunteers Did you know that the Park Ridge Farmers Market started in 1989? The market is committed to bringing local farmers and artisans to our community who offer a variety of fresh herbs, flowers, specialty foods, baked goods, seasonal fruits and vegetables, and more. It also offers free live music and kids activities every week with vendors from Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and Indiana. Vendors needed for Health Fair The Community Health Commission and Park Ridge Park District are looking for... Full story
The Village Board of Trustees is seeking a qualified candidate for the appointment of Local Liquor Commissioner. The following criteria are required for consideration: Shall be an attorney with an active license to practice law in the State of Illinois. Shall not legally represent liquor license applicants or holders before the jurisdiction over which he or she presides as local liquor control commissioner or before an adjacent jurisdiction. Shall not have an interest in the... Full story