Today is Monday, Feb. 24, the 55th day of 2025. There are 310 days left in the year. Today in history: On Feb. 24, 1981, a jury in White Plains, New York, found Jean Harris guilty of second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of “Scarsdale Diet” author Dr. Herman Tarnower. (Sentenced to 15 years to life in prison, Harris was granted clemency by New York Gov. Mario Cuomo in … [Read more...] about Today in History: Jean Harris found guilty of shooting ‘Scarsdale Diet’ author Dr. Herman Tarnower
5 takeaways from the Chicago Blackhawks’ 5-2 loss to Toronto — including Teuvo Teräväinen’s 500th point
In Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday the Chicago Blackhawks looked like they were skating through mud in the first period. Veteran Craig Smith expressed frustration and embarrassment and implored his teammates to take a 48-hour mindset in their preparation for games. Well, the Hawks didn’t have 48 hours to get ready for a home game against the Toronto Maple Leafs — less than 24, in … [Read more...] about 5 takeaways from the Chicago Blackhawks’ 5-2 loss to Toronto — including Teuvo Teräväinen’s 500th point
After losing last year, Ohio recruit Ricky Ericksen wins Class 3A state title for Marist. ‘Nothing better than this.’
CHAMPAIGN — Marist senior Ricky Ericksen knew it was his night, his chance to cap off a redemption tour that began in the same place a year ago. Ericksen, an Ohio recruit, made it to a state championship match last season but was dominated by Mount Carmel’s Colin Kelly, who won with a 16-1 technical fall. Ericksen has been on a mission ever since. “That night, I felt terrible,” … [Read more...] about After losing last year, Ohio recruit Ricky Ericksen wins Class 3A state title for Marist. ‘Nothing better than this.’
City touts mission to target employee ties to hate groups; community demands police be the priority
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s new task force focused on digging into extremism among employees was met with fierce demands for fast, decisive action at a Sunday town hall after months of pressure from the city’s watchdog and progressives to root out such elements, specifically among Chicago police. Representatives with the mayor’s office told a roomful of residents and community … [Read more...] about City touts mission to target employee ties to hate groups; community demands police be the priority
Judah Heeg wrestles for Lemont. His brother, Justus, wrestles for Providence. Both win state titles. ‘Pretty special.’
CHAMPAIGN — When their family moved back to Lemont after living for four years in Minnesota, brothers Judah and Justus Heeg went in different directions. Judah, a junior, enrolled at Lemont. Justus, a freshman, chose to attend Providence. Both ended their wrestling seasons in the same place, however. On top of the podium as state champions. “It’s pretty special,” Justus said. … [Read more...] about Judah Heeg wrestles for Lemont. His brother, Justus, wrestles for Providence. Both win state titles. ‘Pretty special.’