Although relatively common, actually spotting a Great Horned Owl is a rather uncommon occurrence. Seeing this nocturnal hunter with a newborn chick is even more rare. One Downers Grove family last night saw this owl swoop in and land on a pine tree in its backyard. One cool fact: The Great Horned Owl is one of the only predators who will hunt a skunk.
Dubbed the ‘TCF Bandit,’ the man suspected of robbing 13 Chicago area banks, including two in Elmhurst, is being held in federal custody after waiving his rights to detention and a preliminary hearing in court Wednesday.
They once starred in the high school gym right down the street. Now area men's and women's basketball players are a few wins from national glory after leading their college basketball teams to NCAA tournament berths. Tourney action tips off and continues this week. Find out which players to watch for.
Top local high school athletes claim honors on the 2009-10 Winter Boys All-Area Team. Basketball players, wrestlers, swimmers and bowlers anchor the squad. Click on your team below to check out the MVP stories and all-area selections.
Got a idea for Cheers & Jeers? E-mail your suggestion to opinions@mysuburbanlife.com.
