American Airlines flight attendants vote to authorize a strike, although a walkout still unlikely
The Association of Professional Flight Attendants said Wednesday that more than 99% of members who voted recently favored giving the union power to call a strike. #press
University Park votes to fire lawyer in Aqua lawsuit, lobbyist
Trustee Theo Brooks, who led the meeting due to Mayor Joesph Roudez’s absence, announced the resignation of Nina Fain, special counsel in the lawsuit against Aqua Illinois. #press
North Korea launches ballistic missiles toward the sea after US flies bomber during drills
South Korea says North Korea has launched two short-range ballistic missiles toward the North’s eastern waters. #press
No bull; Runaway bovine on the loose in the Barrington Hills area
The wayward bull is wandering an area about 15 miles south of where an American bison was captured in the spring of 2022. #press
Around the Southland: Memory care residents shell out for Hawaii fund, and more
Also, parade to close McCarthy Road Sept. 16, Genealogical & Historical Society presents map program, Chamber 57 Annual Breakfast set in Matteson, Walk where Freedom Seekers walked Sept. 23 #press
Crown Point’s Macie Keilman dispels doubts. Discouraged once, she ‘turned those words around.’
Crown Point’s Macie Keilman recalls being told, “Sports aren’t for everyone.” Those words ignited the competitive fire within her. #press
Carpentersville police respond to report of shots fired at Dundee Crown High School but find no shooter
Students at Carpentersville’s Dundee Crown High School were placed in lockdown Wednesday morning in response to a report of shots fired but no suspect or... #press
Do you need an iPad if you already have a laptop?
The right iPad can make itself an indispensable part of your day. Depending on your needs, an iPad can be a worthwhile addition to your laptop. #press
This self-defense jewelry can subtly help you stay safe when you’re out alone
It’s hard to feel safe when something as innocent as a morning jog can end so tragically. Try this self-defense jewelry to help you stay confident when outside. #press
Rick Armstrong’s Aurora-Elgin area girls volleyball rankings and player of the week
Burlington Central and Aurora Central Catholic enter the rankings, while Metea Valley’s Camille Morrison is the player of the week. #press
Column: Illini’s long-gone Chief still creating controversy
But dozens of responses to the column noting the U of I could field a Fightin’ Kingfisher — in September 2020 the student Senate endorsed the bird as the university’s new mascot — was the most I’ve received since one a... #press
Southland crime: Shooting in Matteson, bank robbery in Oak Lawn, and more
Crime reports from south suburban agencies from police and court reports and news releases. #press
Tony Baranek’s Daily Southtown girls volleyball rankings and player of the week
Homewood-Flossmoor enters the rankings and Lemont makes a big jump, while Marist's Bella Bullington is the player of the week. #press
Former Raven Michael Oher seeks contract and payment information related to ‘The Blind Side’ in conservatorship battle
Lawyers for former Ravens offensive tackle Michael Oher are seeking his school records and information about contracts and payouts related to the film “The... #press
Column: ‘We Grown Now,’ about a Cabrini-Green boyhood friendship, will open the International Film Fest. A new Chicago classic?
This is a gentle but powerful new film from Chicago native Minhal Baig, following two boys growing up in the public housing project in the early 1990s. #press
In Chicago, keeping the heritage of Black dance moving
The Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project, an initiative that strives to help sustain Black dance makers and offer lasting acknowledgment for their contributions. #press
Usually in the lead, Bloom’s Jonathan Magana doesn’t mind comeback mode. ‘It’s kind of strangely refreshing.’
Jonathan Magana had a goal and an assist Tuesday as Bloom rallied for a 2-1 victory over Solorio in the Windy City Ram Classic semifinals. #press
CNN names former BBC and New York Times executive Mark Thompson as new leader
CNN is bringing in Mark Thompson, a former leader at The New York Times and BBC, in an attempt to turn around its fortunes. #press
West Side man charged in shooting death of boy, 8, in Garfield Park neighborhood, Chicago police said
A 41-year-old man was charged with child endangerment causing the death of a child and unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon in the shooting death of an 8-year-old boy on the West Side, police said. #press
Juvenile now charged with first degree murder in death of Palatine teen shot a day after start of school year
Charges enhanced for the 14 year old boy accused in the shooting death of a 15 year old Mount Prospect boy. #press
