Bears
Chicago Bears hire Luke Getsy as offensive coordinator
Getsy spent the past two seasons as the QB coach and passing game coordinator for the Packers. The Bears hope Getsy can help Fields continue to develop in his second year in the NFL.
Chicago Journal
Arts
Hadiya Pendleton Winter Garden to highlight Obama Presidential Center
Obama Foundation officials hope the space will capture the teen’s spirit and serve “as a beacon to everyone of the potential that exists in our youth."
Crime
20-year-old woman missing from Forest View, found dead in South Austin, being investigated as a homicide
A young woman reported missing from Forest View last Sunday was found dead in the South Austin neighborhood, and police are investigating as a homicide.
Lifestyle
Indiana Dunes National Park entry fee to begin March 31
The National Park Service has approved an entrance fee for Indiana Dunes National Park beginning on March 31 to help fund parking and transportation improvements, visitor services, and a bike trail.
College Sports
Cockburn returns, #24 Illini beats Northwestern
Kofi Cockburn returned from a concussion and scored 22 points and grabbed nine rebounds to lead No. 24 Illinois to a 59-56 victory over Northwestern on Saturday.
Crime
Drug deal gone wrong leaves 2 teens shot in Little Village, in critical condition
Both the 16-year-old and 17-year-old victims are in critical condition at Mt. Sinai.
Blackhawks
Avs beat Blackhawks for 9th straight win
At one point there was 4 goals in a 98 second span, but Colorado leads the Western Conference and is tied for the NHL lead and the Blackhawks couldn't catch up.
Bulls
Spurs spoil DeRozan's return, beat Bulls 131-122
DeRozan was showered with appreciation by the fans as well as his former teammates and coaches. Some of the Spurs credit DeRozan's leadership for their composure under pressure.
Crime
Quiet night sees 0 homicides and only 5 shot, all in good condition
Sure it's the middle of winter and, sadly, there are no offenders in custody, but you gotta take 'em where you can get 'em. Great job, everyone!
Crime
Summary of recent cases brought by the US Attorney in Northern District of Illinois: January 28, 2022
A brief summary of 4 cases brought last week by the U.S. Attorney's Office of the Northern District of Illinois.
Chicagoland Business
Caterpillar pushes through supply constraints in strong Q4
For the three months ended Dec. 31, Caterpillar Inc. earned $3.91 per share. Stripping out certain items, earnings were $2.69 per share, far exceeding Wall Street's per-share expectations of $2.23.
Crime
Two people shot leaving a church, 1 dead
The currently unknown offender allegedly pulled up in a dark colored Chrysler 300, exited the car, and began firing shots with what was believed to be a rifle.