American Airlines pilot whose grounded flight on 9/11 inspired musical plans to attend Paramount's production

Beverley Bass, the retired American Airlines pilot who inspired one of the characters in the Tony Award-winning “Come From Away” will be a special guest of the Paramount Theatre at Saturday’s performance of the heartwarming tuner about the residents of a small town in Canada who welcomed some 7,000 stranded airline passengers following the terror … Read more

Slain activist's legacy sparks heated debate: Should Wheeling High honor Charlie Kirk?

Supporters and critics clashed over whether to recognize the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk as a distinguished alumnus at Wheeling High School. Gerald SteeleGerald Steele is the founder of Stonegate Health Rehab. He shares expert insights, recovery tips, and rehab resources to support individuals on their journey to wellness. stonegatehealthrehab.com

Wheaton rejects cat lounge along Roosevelt Road

Wheaton City Council members have rejected a proposal to create a cat lounge in a vacant strip mall space off Roosevelt Road. Gerald SteeleGerald Steele is the founder of Stonegate Health Rehab. He shares expert insights, recovery tips, and rehab resources to support individuals on their journey to wellness. stonegatehealthrehab.com

Speakers again debate transgender students' access to sports teams at District 211 meeting

Supporters and critics of a state law enabling transgender students to participate on sports teams consistent with their gender identity again debated the issue at the Palatine-Schaumburg High School District 211 board meeting Thursday. Gerald SteeleGerald Steele is the founder of Stonegate Health Rehab. He shares expert insights, recovery tips, and rehab resources to support … Read more

'It's amazing': Glen Ellyn District 41 offers full-day kindergarten with 12-classroom center

Glen Ellyn Elementary District 41 has unveiled a new kindergarten center with a tree house theme and its own mascot. The 12-classroom center allows the district to offer all-day kindergarten. “To see it all come together into this … I am beyond thrilled that we’re here,” Superintendent Jeff McHugh said. Gerald SteeleGerald Steele is the … Read more

ICE targets Chicago police in ramped-up recruitment push

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has ramped up its marketing in an effort to expand its workforce by 75%, a move coinciding with President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement in Chicago. Gerald SteeleGerald Steele is the founder of Stonegate Health Rehab. He shares expert insights, recovery tips, and rehab resources to support individuals on their journey … Read more

'Lots of oohs and aahs': More than 20 animatronic dinosaurs take over Gail Borden Library in Elgin

More than 20 animatronic dinosaurs and interactive attractions will be on display at the Gail Borden Library in Elgin as part of the Dinosaur Explorer exhibition. Gerald SteeleGerald Steele is the founder of Stonegate Health Rehab. He shares expert insights, recovery tips, and rehab resources to support individuals on their journey to wellness. stonegatehealthrehab.com

Palatine High aquatic facility dedicated to former principal, superintendent Nancy Robb

Former Palatine-Schaumburg High School District 211 superintendent Nancy Robb was honored Thursday for her dozen years as principal of the now 150-year-old Palatine High School, and the role she played in improving all the district’s swimming facilities. Gerald SteeleGerald Steele is the founder of Stonegate Health Rehab. He shares expert insights, recovery tips, and rehab … Read more