Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of September.
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🏘️ Community
Yesterday, Chicago Fire Department held its 9/11 ceremony at Navy Pier with Gov. Pritzker + Mayor Johnson + Sen. Durbin, while nearby Aurora and other suburbs observed memorials with a moment of silence at 7:46 a.m. The events honored 25 years since the attacks that changed travel and security.
🎭 Culture
At Thursday's show at RiverEdge Park, lead guitarist Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick paused for 10+ minutes after having trouble breathing and then returned to finish the performance.
🏛️ Government
A federal judge blocked Illinois' medical aid in dying law that was set to start today by granting a temporary restraining order requested by Catholic leaders who say the law forces healthcare providers to act against their faith.
The TRO stops the law from taking effect until further review.
🏥 Health
Two Aurora residents have been hospitalized with neuroinvasive West Nile virus — Kane County’s first cases this mosquito season.
Health officials advise using repellent, wearing protective clothing, and eliminating standing water to prevent bites.
🏈 Sports
Friday high school football produced wins including West Aurora’s dominating 63-14 victory over Bartlett at home and Aurora Christian’s 21-12 win over Hope Academy, while Geneva edged Wheaton Warrenville South 28-26 and other teams registered key wins.
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