The freedom to grill as we please
Readers have weighed in after The Sun wondered where they stand on the issue of charcoal vs. gas for grilling fuel. The debate is sometimes passionate.

Pizzeria owner gets 6 years for theft
A former Naperville woman has been sentenced to six years in prison for embezzling more than $375,000 from a Glen Ellyn business to fund her fledgling pizza parlor. Despite the large amount of money thought to be funneled into the store, Hungry Howie's Pizza, at 1468 E. Chicago Ave. in Naperville, closed last week.

Measles outbreak rekindles vaccine debate
The recent measles outbreak is renewing health officials' push to keep immunization rates high. But it's an emotional and scientific issue. While parents are concerned about adverse effects of the shots, health experts are concerned about a growing unvaccinated population.

Fish focus defines Oakbrook Center eatery
If you ask Mychael Bonner, he'll tell you the restaurant he helps run is both down to earth and out to sea. The chef and partner at Reel Club in Oakbrook Center says the sophisticated eatery relies on no gimmickry, leaning instead on finned fish for the menu's backbone.

Fancy pits, chimeneas make for great escapes
If you're looking to make the most of your outdoor living area from sunup past sundown, a chimenea or fire pit lets you cozy up to nighttime. For more and more people, chimeneas and fire pits have become as essential as barbecue grills and comfortable chairs.