Rome Odunze needed to keep his hands busy on the sideline. With the seasons changing in Chicago and cold weather arriving, that gave the second-year Chicago Bears wide receiver something to do on game days. While he was sidelined with a foot injury over the last five weeks, Odunze joined the Bears equipment staff in being the person who held open a heavy winter coat for his … [Read more...] about Rome Odunze is ‘planning on playing’ in Chicago Bears playoff game after missing the last 5 games
Around the Southland: Pipefitters bring holiday cheer for Glenwood students
Pipefitters bring holiday cheer for Glenwood students A group of students from Glenwood Academy received a bit of holiday cheer thanks to more than 350 apprentices of Pipefitters Local 597 at its Mokena facility. The students enjoyed visits with Santa Claus – who delivered about eight to 10 presents to each, as well as a pizza party. The apprentices shopped for and wrapped … [Read more...] about Around the Southland: Pipefitters bring holiday cheer for Glenwood students
Aurora City Council considers financially supporting city-connected fiber network
The Aurora City Council is set to consider financial support for OnLight Aurora, a city-connected organization established to manage Aurora’s fiber network, amid ongoing budgetary issues at the organization. Last year, Mayor John Laesch said that OnLight was nearly $1 million in debt after failed attempts to bring internet service to residents’ homes and “unregulated debit card … [Read more...] about Aurora City Council considers financially supporting city-connected fiber network
Nick Reiner’s arraignment in parents’ killing is delayed after his attorney asks to be replaced
LOS ANGELES — A judge on Wednesday delayed Nick Reiner’s arraignment in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, after his high-profile defense attorney asked to be replaced by a public defender. Judge Theresa McGonigle agreed to attorney Alan Jackson’s request during a hearing where Nick Reiner was expected to be arraigned and enter a plea. Jackson did … [Read more...] about Nick Reiner’s arraignment in parents’ killing is delayed after his attorney asks to be replaced
Gary council elects new leadership, hears financial data
In its first meeting of 2026, the Gary Common Council saw shake ups in its leadership and heard a presentation detailing the city’s economic outlook, especially after legislative changes last year. Councilwoman Linda Barnes Caldwell, D-5th, was elected president in a 5-4 vote Tuesday night. Council members Mary Brown, D-3rd; Barnes Caldwell; Darren Washington, D-at large; … [Read more...] about Gary council elects new leadership, hears financial data