FBI searches for man who robbed Elmwood bank

Posted by tapsihapsi - January 31st, 2012

The FBI is searching for a man who robbed a Charter One Bank branch this morning in suburban Elmwood.

The robber, described by officials as a white male, walked into the Charter One Bank located at 7312 W. Grand Ave. and pulled out a handgun, the FBI said.

The robber is about 6 feet tall and heavy set with colored hair,officials said.

The details of the robbery were not immediately available, but no one was injured.

Read more at the Chicago Tribune.

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Alcohol Addiction Treatment Program – How You Can Figure Out Which Is Better

Posted by tapsihapsi - January 31st, 2012

Most people enjoy drinking some amount of alcohol. Some use it for fun during holidays, parties or when they are off from work. On the other hand, there are those who use alcohol to reduce stress because once they are drunk, they forget their problems. This is a dangerous trend which, if not properly monitored, may lead to addiction. If you have a friend or relative with this kind of addiction, you can search for treatment centers where they can get assistance. It is not easy to get the perfect alcohol treatment rehab for them since there is a variety out there and it can be difficult to determine the best one.

Research

You should take sometime to do a thorough research because if you select the wrong facility, the patient may suffer a relapse. You need to be careful to select the best facility. When you find a good facility, your loved one will be treated and hopefully will fully recover in a short period of time. Here are some factors to consider so you can make the right decision.

Choices

First, write down a list of all the possible facilities located within your area. You can achieve this by contacting the state health department since they can access all such treatment facilities that are certified. After getting a list, you can call the facilities, asking them questions that will enable you to determine the best one for your loved one.

Patient Type

Make sure to inquire from a counselor at the facility about its typical patient. You should ask about the average age and gender of a typical patient at the facility and the number of patients who finish the program. This information is very important so you can get a facility that is fit for your loved one. Remember, recovery chances are higher if your patient feels accepted in the facility.

Relapse Rate

In addition, you should know about the rate of relapse of the people who have completed the program. Also check on staff training. You should also ask the number of violent cases present in the last six months and how the employees handled these violent patients. With this information, you will be able to determine the staff’s level of control.

Philosophy

In addition, you should determine the philosophy the facility is using to treat alcoholism. Different facilities have different approaches to treatment. For instance, some facilities have programs dependent on spiritual understanding while others are secular. You need to select a program that your loved one is comfortable with.

Similar Patients

If you feel that a certain sobreity living in florida center is not ready to disclose the necessary information, it would be for the best if it is avoided. To be precise, you should ask to be briefed on the procedures and methods used based on similar cases. This will reduce any worries or doubts you may have.

Restaurant Gift Card Giveaway Reaches 75 Winners

Posted by tapsihapsi - January 31st, 2012

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Surgeon: Kirk’s condition upgraded to fair

Posted by tapsihapsi - January 30th, 2012

Sen. Mark Kirk has been upgraded from serious to fair condition, according to a brief statement today by his neurosurgeon.

“Senator Kirk’s recovery is continuing,” said Dr. Richard Fessler. “He is alert, talking and responding well to questions.”

Read more: The Chicago Tribune. 

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Cook County board chief announces ‘overhaul’ of morgue

Posted by tapsihapsi - January 30th, 2012

Saying she was “disturbed and disappointed and discouraged,” Cook County board president Toni Preckwinkle promised to “overhaul” the medical examiner’s office — and fire some workers — because of crowded conditions in the morgue.

“I’ve been as disturbed, discouraged and disappointed by the information that’s come to my attention at the medical examiner’s office as many of you,” Preckwinkle said following a tour of the facility today. “I expect there will be some people that lose their jobs.”

But for now, Medical Examiner Nancy Jones does not appear to be in jeopardy of being fired, though Preckwinkle was measured in her support of the county’s top forensic pathologist. Jones was not present at the press conference in the lobby of the morgue.

Read more at the Chicago Tribune.

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Greatest Regions For Black Marlin Charters

Posted by tapsihapsi - January 29th, 2012

The prized game fish, Makaira Indica, more commonly known as Black Marlin, is one of the world’s fastest fish. It reaches speeds of more than 50 miles per hour. Generally weighing in at 1700 pounds, or 750 kilograms, larger beasts have been reportedly caught by Black Marlin Charters. M. Indica is of the Perciformes order of fish and dwells in the coastal surface waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans.

Greenpeace

Makaira and other genera are on Greenpeace’s seafood red list. What this means is that they are very likely to be drawn from unsustainable sources. This is why the modern sport fisherman will capture them humanely, photograph them for posterity and return them to the sea from whence they came. Genus Makaira is from the same family, Istiophoridae, as the Hawaiian Silver Marlin and the Japanese White.

Old Salt

Santiago, the fictional ageing fisherman from the Ernest Hemingway (1899-1961) novel, ‘The Old Man and the Sea’, had finally broken an 84-day run of bad luck when he hooked a specimen of this order. The remainder of the novel chronicles the man’s struggle with nature.

Color

Contrary to its moniker, M. Indica is not black but rather deep blue and white with black tail and pectoral fins. The pectoral fins are unique in that they are rigid, rather than flexible. Another feature that sets it apart from other species is its abbreviated ventral fin, no more than 12 inches in length. Makaira likes the warm equatorial and subtropical waters that hug the coastline, although it is not completely absent from the open sea. It has been spotted as far north as the Lesser Antilles and as far south as Brazil.

Fishing Tours

Some of the best charter fishing tours for M. Indica originate off the eastern coast of Australia. Nearly three quarters of all marlin of more than one ton in weight are caught over a 150 mile-long stretch of the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Cairns. This is roughly twice the amount caught around Brazil, Portugal and Hawaii combined.

Deap Sea

The Gold Coast at Brisbane is a very popular gathering place for light tackle enthusiasts seeking Makaira and other game fish. Here they can trawl for Spanish Mackerel, Mia, Wahoo and others. Bottom fishers, otherwise known as ‘jiggers’, come here to find Kingfish, Cobia, Peal Perch and Snapper.

Austrailia

Port Stephens is more than twice the size of Sydney Harbor. With its beautiful scenery, glassy clear waters and golden shoreline, it is a world-class focus for Black Marlin Fishing. Tours from this area depart during the month of January through April.

‘Such a nice guy’ killed by bus in west suburb

Posted by tapsihapsi - January 29th, 2012

A man was hit by a Pace bus and killed early this afternoon near the border of Oak Park and Forest Park in the western suburbs, authorities said.

The man, identified as Edward Taube of Forest Park, was hit near Madison Street and Harlem Avenue by a No. 318/North Avenue bus about 12:15 p.m., said Patrick Wilmot, a spokesman for Pace Suburban Bus Service.

Read more at the Chicago Tribune.

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Easy Ideas For Producing Fantastic Photographic Images

Posted by tapsihapsi - January 28th, 2012

Photographers are artists and hobbyists. Photographers take a simple device like a camera and make use of it to manipulate light and shadow to turn ordinary life straight into a vibrant memory that will last forever. Anyone can be a photographer together with the ideal facts. The assistance on this article will assist you to be a photographer.

When photographing men and women, make an effort to avoid having anybody they know standing about the sidelines and watching the photograph being taken. It will almost always lead to feelings of self-consciousness in case your subject knows they are getting watched. This can, in turn, lead to unnatural, posed images that nobody will like.

Shoot and aim fairly quickly. When you are having a picture of an object which is moving, or could move suddenly (such as a perched bird) get the first photo as quickly as possible. This ensures you have at the very least one particular photo of your subject, even if it really is not excellent. Whenever you grab the initial shot, in the event the subject allows for it, it is possible to take a second, far more carefully aimed picture. It is better to have several images to choose from than to invest precious seconds framing the first shot only to enjoy your subject fly off of.

Do not stop taking outdoor shots when the sun starts to set. There are numerous opportunities to have likely, especially if you possess a tripod accessible to use with your camera. This piece of equipment allows for great low-light shots no make a difference when the sun is up or not.

Right here is actually a photo timesaver! Get a sizzling hot shoe bubble level. They are quite basic to install and in some cases simpler to use. This is the most effective and easiest way that you insure that the photos which you are taking are entirely stage. This is something which can be done with editing computer software but it really is much simpler to capture the photo the way that you want it to be.

Experiment with unique speeds on your camera’s shutter. Do not be afraid of hurting your related equipment. Speed it up and slow it down. See how the speed effects the final picture. Take a lot of practice shots, and find familiar with how your camera will react at different shutter speeds.

When traveling, take pictures of your food. Make time to play with lights, colors and compose your pictures. You may get accustomed to the food with the time you come back home, but these pictures will look very original to you and your friends later when you reflect back on your own trip.

In conclusion, you would like to manage to maximize your camera’s prospective, particularly, due to the amount of money you have previously place into it.Local businesses recommend using uberprints coupons to grab customized apparel for the photos. There is certainly a whole lot you can do ideal as well as a lot you may do wrong with photography. Follow the ideas offered and you will be pleased with your benefits.

Four ways to look for lemon law lawyers (Los Angeles)

Posted by tapsihapsi - January 28th, 2012

Are you looking for lemon law lawyers (Los Angeles) who can assist, represent, and manage your indemnification claim against a car dealer? Do you know what kind of lawyers you have in mind but do not know where and how to begin looking? These are just some of the ordinary ordeals that people experience as they process a lemon law claim for the first time. It is not only confusing to look at the dizzying law firms that can be found in Los Angeles, it is also very tricky to look for lawyers who will give the most affordable yet quality legal advice and assistance.

Below are four ways in beginning to look for legal assistance in consumer warranty rights. By starting your search on a sure footing, you do not have to worry about working with your chosen lawyer in the future because you have received the most reliable feedback and information when you selected them in the first place.

One, there has never been an effective way in combing for deadly accurate information than word of mouth. Here, your friends and families, even colleagues and school friends, can recommend a law firm or two that they have got wind about. You can never go wrong with people who know you best, so asking advices from friends and family members would go a long way. You can put your confidence in their word because of your relation to them, as you believe that they would never let anything bad to happen in your life. With their stamp of approval, you can look for law firms that you already know much about ? thanks to the word of mouth.

Two, trust on the advertisements. Majority of the states in America have different stands on the issue of allowing lawyers or law firms to go on advertisement spree due to ethical and professional issues. This is the reason why that in most states, you cannot see full page advertisements of law practitioners in print, radio, and television media.

Now that we’ve covered those aspects of Lemon Law, let’s turn to some of the other factors that need to be considered.

With limited venues of advertisement, most law firms turn to the yellow page (for some states, this is legal) and internet. With fewer avenues for telling people their company, they will put their best foot forward. Almost always, they will make available their portfolio of cases won and with just a few clicks, you can view their experience and credentials.

Three, visit law firms. This might not prove to be very cheap, but this will be very great for people living in the city where law firms abound. Stroll around, look through their glass walls, and talk to people around their offices. You may even meet clients like you who are there for the same reason. Or, you may chance upon people who know about the company and tell you something or two before you proceed to bolt into the law firm?s door.

Four, trust your gut feeling. You can never have better instrument against shady lawyers and companies than your instinct. Trust your inner voice before making the big decision of hiring your legal representatives. Choosing law firms are like choosing your own friends ? not everyone can be your mates but eventually you can find those that are just perfect for you.

By going around and gathering information, and to never be contented on advertisements alone, you might hire the best Lemon law lawyers (Los Angeles) to help you out.

The day will come when you can use something you read about here to have a beneficial impact. Then you’ll be glad you took the time to learn more about Lemon Law.

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25 More Restaurant Gift Card Winners Announced

Posted by tapsihapsi - January 28th, 2012

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Here is the second group of 25 winners from the ,000 TribLocal Restaurant Gift Card Giveaway. 50 more winners will be announced over the next two weeks, so enter today at contests.triblocal.com/dine.

Week Two – Rebecca Freier, Glenda Topps, Philip Van Slooten, Sharon Sieg, Gina Mucha, Laura Raucci, Sue Cunningham, Donna Rangel, Larry Kucharik, Candi Casey, Vicky Hayes, Charlot Harstead, Lucy Howell, Janine Ovitt, Susan Friel, Claudia Sneets, Roy Rumaner, Jim Kren, Paul Hanna, Don Swanson, Dennis Patterson, Caryl Roberts, Louis A Hardwick Jr, Jack Jensen and Kimber Corn.

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