Weekend in Review: Charity stair climb, drugs at Stevenson

Climbing for a cause: Hundreds do the Fight for Air Climb

Roughly 750 people participated in the American Lung Association's Fight For Air Climb, which was held Sunday at the Oakbrook Terrace Tower. Officials from the ALA believed the event raised more than the agency's goal of $144,000. Full story.

Officials say Stevenson drug problem typical

The scope of a drug sale investigation at Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire last week drew intense public interest. But at the end of it, the charging of only two students and recovery of less than 10 grams of marijuana revealed a problem that was entirely typical of all high schools throughout the suburbs, police and school officials said. Two teens charged in Stevenson student drug probe Stevenson drug investigation could end next week, officials say “That kind of thing probably goes on in every high school in America,” Barrington Police Chief Jerry Libit said. “We've certainly had our share of kids using pot or buying pot or selling pot. It's a horrible situation when it happens in the high school. That's why they have enhanced penalties for it and everything.” Full story.

Adele dominates Grammys, as Houston is dedicated

British singer Adele took home six Grammys Sunday night in a ceremony that at times was somber due to the news that Whitney Houston died Saturday night. The singer-songwriter's wins leave her tied with Beyonce for the most wins by a female artist in one night. And the singer, known for her off the cuff remarks was true to form during her many acceptance speeches. “This record is inspired by something that's really normal and everyone's been through it, just a rubbish relationship. And it's gone on to do things I can't tell you how I feel about it. It's been the most life-changing year.” Adele after winning album of the year for “21.”

State examining grant spent on Zion ballpark

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity officials plan to examine whether the city of Zion properly spent $1.3 million in state grants connected to a baseball stadium that has yet to be built. Zion officials promoted the stadium as a job generator. Full story.

Elk Grove group inspires Latinos to reach for college

Only a few years ago the dream of college was all but unattainable for many Latina students at Elk Grove High School.Now, after only a few months in the Girls Involved in Real Life Situations Club at school, they are talking boldly about graduating from college as lawyers, teachers and psychologists. #8220;We talk a lot about our personal lives and how we can overcome challenges we face,#8221; student Gaby Vaca said. Full story.

Barrington Bank takes over Charter National

Charter National Bank in Hoffman Estates reopened Saturday as part of Barrington Bank Trust Co. in a transfer of assets arranged by the government after the bank failed. Full story.

Man killed, state trooper injured on I-290

The family of a 42-year-old West suburban man who was killed early Saturday while he was warming up in a state trooper's car is grieving his death just two weeks after his father's funeral. Full story.

Victim's mom vows complaint against Kane judge

The mother of Cameron Godee, a 2009 St. Charles East High School graduate who was killed in a drunk driving crash, plans to file a complaint against Kane County Judge Timothy Sheldon. Sheldon said he received a threatening letter from Mary Godee, which she denies. Full story.

McGury not in running for Naperville police chief

Naperville Park District Executive Director Ray McGury has police leadership in his background, but he said he won't seek the Naperville police chief job made available by the upcoming retirement of Chief Dave Dial. On Saturday, he delivered the second annual state of the park district address. Full story.

Quinn natural gas tax proposal far from simple

Gov. Pat Quinn wants to end a state tax on natural gas, providing a little financial help to people who use gas to heat their homes and businesses that use it to manufacture products. Sounds like a winning idea for everyone, right? Not so fast. Full story.

World Nation

Grammys honor Whitney Houston. Full story.

Whitney Houston recalled as happy in days before death. Full story.

The fight begins: Obama's new budget heads to Congress. Full story.

Top Republican wants vote on birth control mandate. Full story.

Alzheimer's drug gets results in lab research. Full story.

Santorum plans aggressive strategy against Romney. Full story.

Sports

Pressure mounts, and it doesn't get any easier for Hawks. Full story.

Forte only indispensable Bears free agent. Full story.

Bulls lose but come home best in East. Full story.

Rondo's triple-double carries Celtics over Bulls. Full story.

It's just not working for Weber, Illini Full story.

Mickelson crushes Tiger, wins Pebble Beach. Full story.