21-Year-Old Charged in Murders of Catholic School Worker, Her Brother, and Mother 2024-09-28

A 21-year-old Chicago man named Zavier Griffin has been charged with the murders of a Catholic school worker, her brother, and her 81-year-old mother who were found shot inside their Morgan Park home in 2022. Griffin faces 12 felony charges, including first-degree murder, home invasion with a firearm, aggravated criminal sexual assault, and possession of a stolen vehicle. The motive for the killings is unclear, and neighbors described the victims as kind and generous people who were well-known in the community. The school where the woman worked as a secretary and finance manager expressed their grief over her loss, describing her as the 'face of the school' who greeted everyone with warmth and firmness.

Sports

No. 18 Iowa State Shuts Out Houston 20-0 in Big 12 Opener 2024-09-29

The No. 18 ranked Iowa State Cyclones faced the Houston Cougars in a college football showdown. Quarterback Rocco Becht completed 17 of 28 passes for 153 yards and a touchdown, and running back Abu Sama III finished with 11 carries for 101 yards and a touchdown to lead the Cyclones to a 20-0 shutout victory on the road. The Cyclones' defense limited the Cougars to 241 total yards and stopped nine of 10 third-down attempts. Iowa State took a 3-0 lead in the first quarter and scored a touchdown in the third quarter before adding two more field goals in the fourth quarter to seal the win.

Domestic Disturbance

Domestic Disturbance Incident Reported 2024-09-29

Authorities have responded to a report of a domestic disturbance in a residential area. According to the initial investigation, the incident involved a verbal altercation between two individuals, which escalated to a physical confrontation. The police were able to intervene and separate the parties involved. No serious injuries were reported, and the individuals were taken into custody for further questioning. The community is encouraged to be vigilant and report any signs of domestic violence to the authorities.