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Two Residents Escape Early Morning House Fire in Unincorporated Round Lake. Emergency crews responded to a basement fire in a two-story home on North Harrison Avenue in unincorporated Round Lake early Sunday morning. Two residents managed to leave the house safely and were evaluated by paramedics. Firefighters from the Greater Round Lake Fire Protection District contained the blaze, which had started in the basement and spread to other areas. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the fire. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Mar 1) Lake County Grayslake, IL
Fox Lake Garage Destroyed After Electric Vehicle Fire Spreads to Structure. A fire originating from an electric vehicle destroyed a two-car detached garage on Rose Avenue in Fox Lake early Tuesday morning. Fire crews from the Fox Lake Fire Protection District responded quickly and contained the blaze before it could cause major damage to nearby homes. The house next to the garage sustained only minor damage, and there were no reported injuries. The garage was deemed a total loss following the incident. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Feb 25) Lake County Wauconda, IL
Wonder Lake House Fire Leaves Young Family Homeless and Pet Injured. A house fire on the 2000 block of Winterberry Trail in Wonder Lake displaced a recently married couple expecting a child. Multiple fire departments from Lake, McHenry, and Kenosha counties responded to the blaze, which was reported Saturday afternoon. The fire caused severe damage to the home and left the family's cat injured and trapped inside. Emergency crews were able to reach the scene within minutes, but the residence was left uninhabitable. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Feb 24) Lake County Antioch, IL Cary, IL
Canadian Wildfire Ash in Rain Linked to Utility Pole Fires Across Lake County. Multiple utility pole fires occurred in six separate locations across Lake County, Illinois, reportedly due to sediment-laden rain linked to Canadian wildfires. Emergency crews responded to incidents involving downed wires, including a section of Route 173 near Antioch, where the roadway was closed for safety. Investigators indicated that residue from the rain may have increased the combustibility of wooden utility poles. Power company crews assisted to resolve hazardous conditions. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Feb 23) Lake County Antioch, IL
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Trail Blazers Top Bulls 121-112 at United Center. The Portland Trail Blazers outscored the Chicago Bulls to secure a 121-112 win at United Center. Both teams kept the game competitive, but Portland pulled away in the final quarter. The matchup drew a crowd of 18,516 fans. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 26) Chicago Bulls Portland Trail Blazers
Cubs Defeat Guardians 8-6 at Sloan Park. Chicago topped Cleveland 8-6 at Sloan Park, overcoming a late push from the Guardians. Dansby Swanson went 2-for-3 with a home run and drove in three runs, while Jonah Advincula added a perfect 2-for-2 day with a double and three RBI. The game drew 11,217 fans in attendance. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 26) Chicago Cubs Cleveland Guardians
White Sox Defeat Rangers 3-1 at Camelback Ranch – Glendale. The Chicago White Sox earned a 3-1 win over the Texas Rangers at Camelback Ranch. LaMonte Wade Jr. powered the offense with a home run and two RBIs, while Cameron Cauley led the Rangers with two doubles and an RBI. Attendance for the game was 2,928. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 26) Chicago White Sox Texas Rangers
Predators Defeat Blackhawks 4-2 at Bridgestone Arena. The Nashville Predators secured a 4-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks at Bridgestone Arena. The Predators held off a late push from Chicago to maintain their lead. The game drew a crowd of 17,224 fans. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 26) Chicago Blackhawks Nashville Predators