Sex-assault case dropped against ex-NIU officer

Nov. 28, 2012
Charges have been dropped against a former Northern Illinois University police officer accused of sexually assaulting a student in 2011.

'Afternoon Shift' #199: True craftsmen

Nov. 28, 2012
Bestselling mystery author Michael Connelly is what Rick calls, "a writer's writer." The two wordsmiths sit down for a chat. We also look at the influence of Tyler Perry's media empire. Plus, an extended chat with comedian Richard Lewis.

Photo of the day: November 28, 2012

Nov. 28, 2012

Swans to blame for Villa Park death

Nov. 28, 2012
Federal safety officials say the swans were to blame for the death of a Villa Park man in April.Authorities say 37-year-old Anthony Hensley worked to keep geese away from a condo complex near Des Plaines. He fell out of his kayak and drowned while checking out the swans.

Illinois donates surplus computers to vets

Nov. 28, 2012
Illinois is donating 400 computers to veterans groups for job training programs.

Falafel restaurant a hidden gem on Jeweler's Row

Nov. 28, 2012
The falafel restaurant at the back of the Wabash Jewelry Mall has been opened for the past thirty years. Since taking over ownership nearly one decade ago, Suleiman Suleiman has fortified its reputation as one of downtown Chicago's best kept secrets. 

State OKs school closings delay

Nov. 28, 2012
Illinois House, Senate passed a bill today to allow the CPS to delay closings until March.

Buddy Guy gets Chicago send-off

Nov. 27, 2012
Local musicians gathered to honor the guitarist in Millenium Park ahead of his Kennedy Center Honors.

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