State Rep. Quits Abruptly / Cat Killer Pleads Guilty / West Nile Virus is Here

Miss a day, miss a lot. Your week in headlines:

State Rep. Ron Sandack Quits

The Downers Grove Republican gave up his seat for "cyber security issues."

Related:

• Sandack is a 'Caring Public Servant': House Republican Leader
• Thank You, Rep. Sandack: Letter
• Sandack Reported Internet Scam to Downers Grove Police

West Nile Positive-Mosquitoes Found in Naperville

No cases have been found in humans or animals in Will County in 2016.

Family Hoping to Flood Terminally Ill Grandma with Cards During Final Days

90-year-old Clara Nycz has been diagnosed with kidney failure.

Police Chief Responds to Man's Essay About Growing Up As A Black Man In Naperville

Former resident Brian Crooks' Facebook post has been shared more than 29,000 times.

Woman Hit by Lightning

She was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries.

Swimmer Qualifies for Rio Paralympics

Alyssa Gialamas will travel to Baltimore to train under Loyola Maryland coach Brian Loeffler. The Paralympics will be held Sept. 7.

Meet the 23 Olympic Athletes With Ties to Illinois

These athletes, several hailing from the Chicago area, will be headed to Rio de Janeiro to represent the U.S.

Your Guide to the DuPage County Fair
Mark your calendars for the 62nd Annual DuPage County Fair on Wednesday, July 27 through Sunday, July 31.

RECENT RECALLS

Meijer Salmonella Recall: Fresh Salads, Sandwiches
Customers may return products to Meijer for a full refund. A cooked egg from one of the company's suppliers tested positive for salmonella.

Flour Recall Due to E. Coli Expanded: Includes Top Grocery Stores Around Nation
General Mills expands its national flour recall over more E. coli concerns.

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• Mom Pleads Guilty in Cat Stabbing Case
• Accused Drunken Driver Fought Deputies While Fleeing Court: Sheriff
• Alleged Arsonist Charged with Setting Fire to Homeless Man's Tent
• Woman Runs Down Boyfriend After Argument Over Infidelity: Prosecutors
• Juvenile Caught Stealing Fitbits
• Teen Boy Arrested in Connection to Vehicle Burglaries
• Sheriff's Deputies Make Courthouse Arrests
• Sheriff Seeks Fugitive Wanted for Burglary

WORTH A LOOK

• Woman Gets Master's Degree at 54, Produces Play
• 11 Ruby Tuesday Restaurants Close in Illinois
• Discounted Permits Available for Forest Preserve Dog Parks
• Brew Fest Refreshes Once-Dry Town
• DuPage Children's Museum Gets New Director of Development
• Final Summer 2016 Prairie Tour at College of DuPage Aug. 24
• Sen. Nybo to host free Senior Health Fair Aug. 17
• SEASPAR Raises Green on the Greens at Summer Golf Classic
• Use Your Words To Change A Life

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