JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Jaguars hired Los Angeles Rams executive James Gladstone as their general manager Friday, reuniting him with new coach Liam Coen. Gladstone held the position of director of scouting strategy in L.A. since 2019, working alongside general manager Les Snead during the draft process. He’s been with the Rams since 2016 and was viewed as a key … [Read more...] about James Gladstone hired as Jacksonville Jaguars GM, beating out the Chicago Bears’ Ian Cunningham and 3 others
Gary Plan Commission doesn’t recommend rezoning of former Beckman school
After various comments against a new development at the shuttered Alfred Beckman Middle School, the Gary Plan Commission gave the project an unfavorable opinion on its rezoning before it moves to the city council. The six present plan commission members were unanimously against the proposal. Alan Harrell was absent from Thursday afternoon’s meeting. According to plan commission … [Read more...] about Gary Plan Commission doesn’t recommend rezoning of former Beckman school
‘Sweet’ was the theme of Morton Grove Valentine’s Day community events
Dozens of girls were escorted by their dad or other male to the annual “My Little Sweetheart Dance” earlier this month at Morton Grove Civic Center. ‘’ “It’s a nice event to have a special night with a parent and child,” said Claire Baumgartner, recreation supervisor for the Morton Grove Park District, which sponsored the event. “You get some one-on-one time with your child so … [Read more...] about ‘Sweet’ was the theme of Morton Grove Valentine’s Day community events
Suburban breweries on tap at Chicago Auto Show ‘Flights’ event
The Chicago Auto Show included more than opportunities to check out – and even test drive some – cars, trucks, SUVs and more, but also for one night, a chance to sample specialties from area breweries. Among the nearly two dozen brewers showcased at “Friday Night Flights” last Friday night, several were on tap representing the suburbs. The Auto Show ran from Feb. 8 to Feb. 17 … [Read more...] about Suburban breweries on tap at Chicago Auto Show ‘Flights’ event
Review: In ‘One Party Consent’ at First Floor Theater, student and adviser face off
If you’re paying attention to the work of Chicago playwrights, you’ve likely heard of Omer Abbas Salem. In recent years, local theaters have premiered “Mosque4Mosque,” their queer dramedy about a Syrian American family, and “Happy Days are Here (Again),” an intense exploration of sexual abuse at a Catholic school. Their other plays in development have been workshopped at … [Read more...] about Review: In ‘One Party Consent’ at First Floor Theater, student and adviser face off