downers grove

It should not be surprising to know that I was given one 'D' grade when I was in high school. I blame physics since I don't understand them. But, that's one reason why I feel qualified to be the messenger about a newly updating ranking of Illinois hospitals that now shows 15 have the lowest 'D' rating.

Like many people in our state, I (wrongly) kind of figured that Illinois' contributions to the culinary world were pretty much limited to deep dish pizza and horseshoe sandwiches.

The most surprising thing about this Downer's Grove dream home, at least to me, is the listing price. I expected it to be much higher than it is.

Next time your elbow deep in your burrito bowl, read the touching story "Two Minutes and Trifle Cake" written by a 14-year-old Downers Grove North student.

State Rep. Ron Sandack has been a strong voice in Springfield for fiscal responsibility and reform. He's been one of the lawmakers able to cut through the debate and clearly articulate the need for reform in Illinois. Sandack joined the show again this week to react to the failed vote to override the Governor's veto of a bill regarding AFSCME negotiations...