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  • Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL

Bio: I am a news nut who graduated with a journalism degree from DePaul University in 2009. I have been infatuated by the media industry since I picked up an issue of the Minneapolis Star Tribune at age 9 and started reading the weather page. Later, it was the sports section and, eventually, the front. I never wanted to be anything other than a news editor. 

I have worked at the Chicago Tribune, The Chicago Reporter, the U.S. Olympic Committee press office, and the Chicago Cubs publications department. 

My favorite music is by Paul Simon and my favorite movie is The Big Lebowski. I also love playing and watching any sport—just try me.

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Man Charged in Oak Brook DUI Crash That Injured 2

Bail was set at $200,000 for Jamie Delara-Rodriguez, 25, who is accused of driving with a blood alcohol level that was more than twice the legal limit.

Man Charged in Oak Brook DUI Crash That Injured 2
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Hinsdale Pool Closed Monday Morning

Mechanical issues have forced the closure, which will last until at least 12:30 p.m.

Hinsdale Pool Closed Monday Morning
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D181 Board Back in Action After 7 Weeks Off

A presentation on the Everyday Math program and an vote to publicly post the tentative 2013-14 budget are on Monday night's District 181 Board of Education agenda.

D181 Board Back in Action After 7 Weeks Off