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East Aurora mother: District failed my bullied son - Chicago Sun-Times
One Simmons teacher, who asked not to be identified, said the action taken by Simmons administrators in Vega's case is typical. “At every faculty meeting we are told to keep the number of referrals down,” the teacher said. “It's an image thing. ...
Chicago Police officers to the romance rescue - Chicago Sun-Times
Their relationship's second biggest challenge came Friday, when the couple — who asked not to be identified by name — discovered his car stolen from the 3500 block of North Belmont Harbor Drive. Inside were her wedding dress, luggage and a bag that ...
Stolen bicentennial flag returned to JJC — 35 years later - Chicago Sun-Times
He also spent a lot of time hanging out with Robert Stephen Jr., and the two other men, who asked not to be identified. “I think it was July or August when we decided we needed to go on 'a mission' to commemorate the bicentennial,” Carney said. ...
Illini focus turns to Kevin Sumlin amid denials by Todd Monken - Chicago Sun-Times
Chryst doesn't have the flair for recruiting that Illinois needs, a source said. And Sumlin, who has far more options than Monken, would command a higher salary and might not want to come to Illinois, which has proven to be a difficult place to be ...
Blagojevich sentencing, remap fight put Ald. Mell at eye of storm - Chicago Sun-Times
He feels like he's 100 years old,” a source close to Mell said of the remap fight. Mell could not be reached on Monday. A Rules Committee statement released Monday noted that the chairman worked through the weekend with the Black and Hispanic Caucuses ...
THE EYE OF THE STORM - Chicago Sun-Times
Describing Mell as a “bull in a china shop,” the source said, “He's created a firestorm by talking down to people. The whole process would be better off if he wasn't in the room.” Another source familiar with the negotiations accused Mell of siding ...
Blagojevich's sentencing judge known for impartiality - Chicago Sun-Times
Several defense lawyers, who asked not to be named because they have cases in the building, say Zagel doesn't lean toward the defense but they still consider him “defense friendly.” They say he has no problem going against prosecutors' recommendation ...
Blagojevich's sentencing judge known for impartiality - Chicago Sun-Times
Several defense lawyers, who asked not to be named because they have cases in the building, say Zagel doesn't lean toward the defense but they still consider him “defense friendly.” They say he has no problem going against prosecutors' recommendation ...
Source says Mike Martz to leave Bears after season - Chicago Sun-Times
Although it's possible the Bears could season, that scenario is considered unlikely, the source said. The underwhelming contract offer from the Bears and the dearth of head-coaching candidates at the college and NFL levels has Martz surveying the field ...
Unilever closing Alberto Culver's Melrose Park plant, offices - Chicago Sun-Times
“They told us they didn't want us even if we worked for free,” said the worker, who asked not to be named. Employees said they've been told the plant, at 2525 Armitage Ave., will be wound down through next year and shuttered sometime in 2013. ...
Mayor steers clear of ugly battle over City Council remap - Chicago Sun-Times
A mayoral confidante, who asked to remain anonymous, said Emanuel has been advised to stay “as far away as possible” from an ugly political process that threatens to divide the City Council along racial lines and leave just about everybody unhappy. ...
If Illinois AD Mike Thomas wants to make noise, he should pursue Mike Leach - Chicago Sun-Times
''He's going to get a big-time job this year,'' a source close to Leach said. ''If Illinois called, he'd listen. The Illinois job isn't as inviting as the Illinois fans think it is, but it's still a Big Ten school. And to get the fans back, ...
Mom hit boy month before his death - Chicago Sun-Times
The children's father, who asked not to be named, said he was not closely involved with the family anymore. “Me and her really didn't have that great communication because she was mad, kind of always mad and had a bad attitude,” said the father. ...
Mom, boyfriend charged in death of 4-year-old killed on his birthday - Chicago Sun-Times
The children's father, who asked not to be named, said he was not closely involved with the family anymore. “Me and her really didn't have that great communication because she was mad, kind of always mad and had a bad attitude,” said the father, ...
Mom's boyfriend charged with murder in death of 4-year-old - Chicago Sun-Times
The children's father, who asked not to be named, said he was not closely involved with the family anymore. “Me and her really didn't have that great communication because she was mad, kind of always mad and had a bad attitude,” said the father, ...
Invasion of the bargain snatchers hits Elgin's new Walmart - Chicago Sun-Times
Nana wouldn't give her name. Maybe she was embarrassed to be among the masses, or at least disappointed in humanity per the reports she got from her daughter and her grandson, who were scouring the store for other goodies while she waited with their ...
Maggie Daley, Chicago's gracious first lady - Chicago Sun-Times
One friend, who saw her Thursday morning but asked not to be identified, described her as being very much at peace and in no pain. Maggie Daley, 68, was a very private woman in a very public role. She avoided all political controversies, ...
Invasion of the bargain snatchers hits Elgin's new Walmart - Chicago Sun-Times
Nana wouldn't give her name. Maybe she was embarrassed to be among the masses, or at least disappointed in humanity per the reports she got from her daughter and her grandson who were scouring the store for other goodies while she waited with their ...
Local food pantries finding different — and many more — users - Chicago Sun-Times
The single black woman, who declined to give her name, said she's living on about $500 a month in unemployment benefits after losing her job in a fabrics and crafts store. “I had worked there for three years,” she said. “I had a medical situation and ...
repeat 'customers' - Chicago Sun-Times
The single black woman, who declined to give her name, said she's living on about $500 a month in unemployment benefits after losing her job in a fabrics and crafts store. “I had worked there for three years,” she said. “I had a medical situation and ...
Seems like eternity ago - Chicago Sun-Times
The person spoke on condition of anonymity Tuesday night, Oct. 11, 2011, because no announcement had been made. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson, File) weekly, relentlessly, and how, if you're a subscriber, the magazines tend to pile up, and you swear you're ...
Sveum appears to be the man - Chicago Sun-Times
Rangers pitching coach Mike Maddux, considered the favorite from early in the process, withdrew his name because of family issues, a source said. The Red Sox said they planned to widen their search after Sveum appeared headed to the Cubs. ...
Plainfield braces for more construction - Chicago Sun-Times
One such business owner, who requested anonymity, wonders if his business could survive the Route 30 construction project. “I am still feeling the impact from loss of sales when Route 59 was under construction,” he said. “I understand construction is ...
Emanuel's budget passes City Council on unanimous vote - Chicago Sun-Times
... but aides insist he expected budget dissent and has no desire or intention to get even. “Whether it's two, five or 20 [no votes], that's how democracy works. He's been a legislator. He knows that,” said a top mayoral aide who asked to remain anonymous.
Cubs to interview Dale Sveum second time - Chicago Sun-Times
The Cubs are calling back Dale Sveum for a second interview, according to a source close to Sveum. | Getty Images The Cubs appear to be in the final stage of their managerial hire. ...