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Police log: 16-year-old pistol whipped Sunday - Tracy Press

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 03:45 PM PST

A caller reported at 9:43 p.m. Sunday that his 16-year-old friend passed out after being pistol whipped by two men at Freiler School, 2421 W. Lowell Ave.

The caller said the men told his friend "give me your (stuff)" and hit him twice with the gun when he refused.

An ambulance was called for the boy, who was "making gurgling noises" as he breathed, and the suspects ran away behind the school, the caller said. They took off in a silver SUV.

The Tracy Police Department received 468 calls for service between Friday and Sunday. The following is a sample of those calls:

Sunday (128 calls)

12:08 a.m.: During a traffic stop on the corner of Eaton Avenue and Holly Drive, a 33-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of reckless driving. His blue Acura Integra was towed.

1:32 a.m.: An officer pulled over a driver who did not have her lights on near Corral Hollow Road and Cypress Drive. She said she was a designated driver and was unfamiliar with the car. The officer gave her a warning.

1:50 a.m.: A woman said she heard five gunshots near Orchard Mobile Home Park, 812 W. Clover Road, as well as men yelling. Police found nothing suspicious.

2:05 a.m.: At the corner of Eaton Avenue and Tracy Boulevard, a 24-year-old woman and a 25-year-old man were arrested during a traffic stop. The woman was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and resisting arrest and the man had warrants out for his arrest.

9:50 a.m.: A caller said a 50-year-old man was riding a dirt bike near the 1600 block of Reyes Lane at "a high rate of speed," without a helmet. An officer gave him a warning.

11:38 a.m.: A caller reported a theft from the backyard of a home on the 1100 block of Tarrogana Drive.

12:23 p.m.: Near 11th Street and Corral Hollow Road, a caller said a man was in a fight with another person. Another caller saw the fight and broke it up. Officers spoke with one of the people in the fight, who admitted to being involved.

1:35 p.m.: On the 300 block of Glenbriar Place, someone reported a stolen purse.

1:35 p.m.: A woman at Melrose Manor, 2925 Sunset Way, said her baby's father assaulted her and left.

3:32 p.m.: A caller said three guys were smoking marijuana at Joseph Tiago Park, 1260 Eastlake Circle. They were gone when police arrived.

4:30 p.m.: On the 400 block of East Sixth Street, a man said his car was broken into.

5:04 p.m.: A caller alerted police about a 28-year-old man who has been walking door-to-door around Mahogany Lane and Village Drive with a bucket of candy. Police were unable to find him.

6:38 p.m.: Police warned an unlicensed solicitor who was going door-to-door near Butler Court and Kavanagh Avenue, collecting donations for a nonprofit in Livermore.

9:05 p.m.: A 38-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving near Ninth Street and Roosevelt Avenue.

9:13 p.m.: On the 300 block of Glenbriar Circle, a caller reported a 2-year-old boy missing. The caller later told police that the child was hiding in a blanket.

9:18 p.m.: A caller reported blue and yellow graffiti on the side of Safeway, 1801 W. 11th Street.

9:32 p.m.: Two teenagers were arrested at Thoming Park, 1000 Cambridge Place, on suspicion of being in possession of a controlled substance.

Saturday (145 calls)

12:34 a.m.: Two men took two beers from Chevron, 3400 N. MacArthur Drive, a caller said.

1:25 a.m.: At 7-Eleven, 2360 W. Grant Line Road, a caller said two men stole two 18-packs of beer and headed west in a white pick-up truck. Police found no one.

2:08 a.m.: During a traffic stop at 10th and B Streets, a 33-year-old with a $20,000 warrant was taken into custody.

5:46 a.m.: A woman said she thought there was an intruder at her house on the 100 block of Faith Lane, but her alarm was just malfunctioning.

9:34 a.m.: On the eighth block of Portola Way, a caller reported graffiti on a wall.

9:51 a.m.: A caller reported the theft of a generator from an RV at JT Storage, 2460 Toste Road.

11:14 a.m.: At Bank of America, 875 S. Tracy Blvd., a caller said a woman came into the bank on Friday and told a teller that "if she had a gun, she would shoot her."

12:59 p.m.: A teenager was arrested on suspicion of petty theft at Sears, 3350 Naglee Road.

1:20 p.m.: At Optimal Auto Services, 5749 S. Tracy Blvd., a caller said two women paid for $1,800 of car repairs with retired American Express traveler's checks.

2:27 p.m.: A caller said two guitars were stolen from the 1400 block of Coolidge Avenue.

3:40 p.m.: On the 200 block of West Clover Road, a caller said his black Mercedes, along with other cars in the area, were vandalized with black spray paint.

7:13 p.m.: A woman on the 2200 block of Barcelona Drive said she caught a group of kids who were apparently trying to break into a house. Police said it wasn't a burglary, just kids at the wrong house.

7:41 p.m.: On the 1100 block of Tarrogana Drive, a man said someone stole $600 worth of lawn care equipment and other things.

8:06 p.m.: At the Tracy Police Department, 1000 Civic Center Drive, a 34-year-old man with two $25,000 warrants for his arrest was taken into custody.

8:27 p.m.: On the 2300 block of Joseph Damon Court, a caller said a man in an orange sweater was knocking door-to-door.

10:27 p.m.: At the Shamrock bar, 117 W. 11th St., a 51-year-old man with a warrant for his arrest was taken into custody.

10:56 p.m.: A man on the 800 block of Winnipeg Court said there were people in six cars in the area that were looking to beat up his friend. An officer said two people came over to the house looking for a fight, but they left without incident.

11:20 p.m.: A 33-year-old man with two warrants for his arrest was taken into custody at FoodMaxx, 3225 N. Tracy Blvd.

Friday (187 calls):

1:35 a.m.: A woman reported she and her husband were in a fight on the 1100 block of Andreas Lane. The woman told police her husband had been calling her names all night and she "finally snapped and called police." She said he'd been talking to an ex-girlfriend on Facebook behind her back, but an officer said it was only a verbal argument, and advised the couple of domestic violence laws. The woman said she was going to sleep in a guest room for the night.

9:25 a.m.: A man reported two guys approached him while he was the parking lot of Goodwill, 2626 N. Tracy Blvd. The caller said he had just opened the door of his car to get inside when one man pulled out a screwdriver and asked him where he got the car. The man kept asking the where he got the car, and one guy climbed in the driver's seat as the caller was forced to get on the passenger's side.

10:18 a.m.: The loss of a cell phone by a 10-year-old was reported on the 2100 block of Devin Court.

11:31 a.m.: Police arrested a 54-year-old woman on suspicion of drunken driving after a man reported she ran into his car at Parker and Emerson avenues.

11:36 a.m.: A caller reported graffiti on two sides of a building on the 500 block of West Grant Line Road.

11:55 a.m.: A caller reported a woman at Save Mart, 2005 N. Tracy Blvd., was "wrapped in a teal blanket" was crying and looked like she was "in distress." An officer found the woman at the 99 Cents Only Store and said she said she was fine.

12:37 p.m.: A man on the 500 block of Rockingham Court reported a neighbor's kid was "constantly" throwing rocks at the caller's window and broke one. The caller later spoke to the kid's mother, who agreed to pay for damage.

1:47 p.m.: A man reported his fishing boat and trailer were stolen from his driveway on the 1900 block of Bridle Creek Circle. The boat and trailer were found at a construction site at Byron and Grant Line roads, and the California Highway Patrol said the person who found them wanted to claim "salvage rights" and was allowed to take the trailer and boat to a home in Stockton. The Stockton police department was going to try and find the missing trailer and boat.

2:19 p.m.: A caller reported two guys drove off in a van with thousands of dollars of stolen merchandise from Home Depot, 2461 Naglee Road. Officers were told to keep an eye out for the two-toned red and gray van.

3:46 p.m.: Police said they had arrested two people in connection with a woman's complaint that her Social Security card was used after she left it behind in a car she sold to someone who was no longer returning the woman's phone calls.

4:48 p.m.: A caller on the 2800 block of Dorset Lane reported forgery.

6:14 p.m.: A caller from the Jules Veterinary Clinic, 1855 W. 11th St., reported the theft of a wallet from the office.

7:41 p.m.: A woman at the CVS Pharmacy, 1885 W. 11th St., reported receiving a phone call from someone who threatened to kill her and blow the place up. She had no idea who could have called in the threat, she said.

8:29 p.m.: Police arrested a 19-year-old man and a 20-year-old man on suspicion of shoplifting at Save Mart, 875 S. Tracy Blvd. A store worker said they guys ran of the store with two 18-packs of beer.

8:38 p.m.: A woman on the 300 block of West Third Street said her boyfriend's mother was sending her text messages in which the woman threatened to beat up the caller, who asked police for help in getting a restraining order.

10:21 p.m.: Police arrested a 60-year-old man on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs at 11th and East streets after a caller reported erratic driving at Grant Line Road and Parker Avenue.

11:04 p.m.: Police arrested a 25-year-old man on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs at10th and F streets.

11:41 p.m.: Police arrested a 24-year-old woman on suspicion of public drunkenness at the Great Plate, 714 Central Ave.

11:45 p.m.: A caller on the 2100 block of Babcock Lane reported returning home after two days away to find her door had been "partially kicked in and broken." Police said there were no signs of forced entry and nothing was taken.

11:56 p.m.: Police arrested a 21-year-old man on suspicion of public drunkenness on the 2100 block of Lara Lane after a caller reported locking a drunken son out of the home after an argument.

This column includes a sample of items as reported in the Tracy Police Department dispatcher's daily log. Additional information is based on reports from officers and other law enforcement agencies. To anonymously report information about a crime: Crime Stoppers, 831-6847.

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Ontario Automobile Dealer Association Forms Groundbreaking Partnership ... - PR Inside

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 03:09 PM PST

2009-11-24 00:13:04 -

TORONTO, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 11/23/09 -- The Ontario Automobile Dealer Association (OADA) is pleased to announce that it has formed a historic partnership with industry powerhouse, SAL Group, a division of Industrial Alliance Pacific Insurance and Financial Services Inc. (IAP), effective immediately.

Under this new partnership, OADA's marketing division, the Ontario Automobile Dealer Services (OADS), will add a full line of SAL products and will be supported by proven management expertise. The move will enable OADS and SAL to strengthen their positions in the market, by offering a broader range of after-sale products to auto dealers and consumers in Ontario.

"We're delighted with the opportunity to partner with SAL Group, a leader in after-sale products and services," says Richard Goneau, General Manager at OADS. "This exciting partnership will allow OADS the flexibility to offer our customers a larger product mix, and it will allow us to utilize SAL Group's marketing and training expertise. It's a win-win for OADS and SAL Group."

Ontario automobile dealers benefit when they purchase products and services from OADS because revenues flow back to dealers by means of OADA services, such as Government Relations. "In the end, dealers get the biggest bang for their buck from dealing with OADS," says Ken Weeks, President of the OADA. "Not only are they purchasing top quality profitable products that add to their bottom line, but they are investing in the sustainability of their industry."

SAL Group provides auto dealers and consumers across Canada with comprehensive group creditor insurance, extended warranty programs, anti-theft programs, chemical protection, and dealership training programs. SAL Group's parent company, Industrial Alliance, is the 4th largest health and life insurance company in Canada.

"As one of the industry's strongest insurance companies, we saw the fit in partnering with OADA, one of the strongest industry associations in Canada," says Gerry Bouwers, President and Chief Operating Officer of IAP. "This builds on our relationship with other automobile associations in Atlantic and Central Canada. With our combined warranty and insurance portfolios, resources and expertise, SAL Group will now have the capability to offer more products to a larger segment of the automobile market in Ontario."

About OADA

The Ontario Automobile Dealer Association is a trade association representing 530 new automobile dealers across Ontario. The primary role of the OADA is advocacy and government relations, working closely with the Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) and various Government Ministries, to ensure that the voice of new automobile dealers is heard and respected. In addition, the OADA provides products and services, either directly or through partnerships to dealers, to increase sales, reduce expenses and improve profitability.

About OADS

For over 20 years, the Ontario Automobile Dealer Services has successfully provided its dealer members with superior and innovative products, programs, training and services, from dealership training and innovative mechanical warranties to market driven insurance coverage and after-sale products.

About SAL Group

For over 45 years, SAL Group has been a leader in providing Finance & Insurance products to the automotive sector in Canada. The company provides creditors' group insurance (life, critical illness, disability and loss of employment), extended warranty protection, chemical protection, anti-theft programs, and GAP to Canada's auto, RV, heavy truck, recreational power group and marine markets. SAL Group and Industrial Alliance Pacific are the exclusive sponsor of the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association's Laureate dealer recognition program.

Contacts:
Media Enquires: OADA
Geoff Wilkinson, Executive Director
Ontario Automobile Dealer Association
(905) 940-3017
geoffw@oada.ca :

OADS
Richard Goneau, General Manager
Ontario Automobile Dealer Services
(905) 752-1889, Toll Free (800) 663-0056
richard-goneau@oads.ca :

SAL Group
Vicki Yan, Manager
SAL Marketing
(604) 737-3816, Toll Free: (800) 665-4458
vicki.yan@iapacific.com :

Investor Relations Enquiries:
Jacques Carriere, Vice-President, Investor Relations
Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services
(418) 684-5275, Toll Free: (800) 463-6236, ext. 5275
jacques.carriere@inalco.com :

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BAE Systems -- Navistar Defense Team Successfully Completes Critical ... - Stockhouse

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 08:57 AM PST

ARLINGTON, Va., Nov 23, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) --

BAE Systems, through its US Combat Systems line of business, and teammate Navistar Defense, LLC have successfully completed the critical design review (CDR) for the U.S. multi-service Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) program.

The CDR was completed as part of BAE Systems' 27-month JLTV Technology Development (TD) contract received in October 2008. The CDR marks the completion of the design process and the start of vehicle integration, assembly, test and checkout (IAT&C) activities to deliver test vehicles to the government by May 2010.

"This review demonstrates the BAE Systems-Navistar JLTV design is mature and balances program payload, protection and performance requirements," said Mark Signorelli, vice president and general manager of New Vehicles & Amphibious Systems for BAE Systems. "We are pleased that our design -- built around the needs of the Warfighter -- passed this significant milestone and we are looking forward to moving into the test and evaluation portion of JLTV's TD phase."

"Completing this review is a big event for the BAE Systems-Navistar team," said Kevin Thomas, director, new product, Navistar Defense. "As we head into the next portion of the TD phase, we will continue to enhance our offering to ensure our customer receives the best vehicle possible."

The BAE Systems-Navistar team has developed two JLTV prototypes for internal testing that have provided valuable information being used in the CDR. The company is incorporating this information to put forward the best possible offering that meets program requirements. The JLTV design also incorporates lessons learned from the U.S. Department of Defense's Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle program and features the latest in lightweight, advanced armor and a V-shaped hull design to provide unmatched crew protection.

The team builds off the two companies' current leadership in armored and tactical vehicle development and support. Combined, the BAE Systems-Navistar team maximizes JLTV program value through proven capabilities, lean manufacturing and extensive worldwide logistics support. The team also includes Arvin Meritor, which is a leading designer and manufacturer of automotive advanced mobility systems and is the largest axle supplier to the U.S. military.

The BAE Systems-Navistar team draws on top talent from across the country. Sites participating in the development include: York, Pennsylvania; Ontario, San Diego and Santa Clara, California; Dearborn Heights, Sterling Heights and Troy, Michigan; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Johnson City, New York; Austin, Texas; Nashua, Hew Hampshire; Reston, Virginia; Melrose Park and Warrenville, Illinois; Fort Wayne, Indiana; West Point, Mississippi; Huntsville, Alabama; and Laurinberg and Aiken, South Carolina.

Learn more about the BAE Systems/Navistar JLTV offering at www.thevalanx.com.

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems is the premier global defence, security and aerospace company delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. With approximately 105,000 employees worldwide, BAE Systems' sales exceeded GBP 18.5 billion (US $34.4 billion) in 2008.

About Navistar Defense

Navistar Defense is an affiliate of Navistar International Corporation (NYSE: NAV), a holding company whose subsidiaries and affiliates produce International(R) brand commercial and military trucks, MaxxForce(R) brand diesel engines, IC Bus(TM) brand school and commercial buses, Monaco RV brands of recreational vehicles, and Workhorse(R) brand chassis for motor homes and step vans. It also is a private-label designer and manufacturer of diesel engines for the pickup truck, van and SUV markets. The company also provides truck and diesel engine service parts. Another affiliate offers financing services. Additional information is available at www.Navistar.com/newsroom.

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SOURCE: BAE Systems and Navistar Defense, LLC

BAE Systems Kelly Golden, +1 717 225 8487 Mobile: +1 717 818 7400 kelly.golden@baesystems.com www.baesystems.com or Navistar Defense Elissa Koc, +1 630 753 2669 elissa.koc@navistar.com

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BAE Systems – Navistar Defense Team Successfully Completes Critical ... - PR Inside

Posted: 23 Nov 2009 09:04 AM PST

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The CDR was completed as part of BAE Systems' 27-month JLTV Technology Development (TD) contract received in October 2008. The CDR marks the completion of the design process

and the start of vehicle integration, assembly, test and checkout (IAT&C) activities to deliver test vehicles to the government by May 2010.

"This review demonstrates the BAE Systems-Navistar JLTV design is mature and balances program payload, protection and performance requirements," said Mark Signorelli, vice president and general manager of New Vehicles & Amphibious Systems for BAE Systems. "We are pleased that our design – built around the needs of the Warfighter – passed this significant milestone and we are looking forward to moving into the test and evaluation portion of JLTV's TD phase."

Learn more about the BAE Systems/Navistar JLTV offering at www.thevalanx.com : .

About BAE Systems

About Navistar Defense

Navistar Defense is an affiliate of Navistar International Corporation (NYSE: NAV), a holding company whose subsidiaries and affiliates produce International® brand commercial and military trucks, MaxxForce® brand diesel engines, IC Bus™ brand school and commercial buses, Monaco RV brands of recreational vehicles, and Workhorse® brand chassis for motor homes and step vans. It also is a private-label designer and manufacturer of diesel engines for the pickup truck, van and SUV markets. The company also provides truck and diesel engine service parts. Another affiliate offers financing services. Additional information is available at www.Navistar.com/newsroom : .

Photos/Multimedia Gallery Available: www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/mmg.cgi?eid=6106542&lang=en :

BAE SystemsKelly Golden, +1 717 225 8487Mobile: +1 717 818

7400 kelly.golden@baesystems.com : mailto:kelly.golden@baesystems.com www.baesystems.com : orNavistar

DefenseElissa Koc, +1 630 753 2669 elissa.koc@navistar.com : mailto:elissa.koc@navistar.com

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Posted: 23 Nov 2009 03:56 AM PST

ELECTRIC RAILFANS The Central Electric Railfans Association holds its membership meeting Nov. 27 at the DePaul University Center, 525 S. State St.. The free program starts at 7 p.m. Visit www.cera-chicago.org.

POLAR EXPRESS The Polar Express pulls into the National Railroad Museum in Ashwaubenon, Wis., Nov. 27, 28 and 29 and Dec. 4, 5 and 6. The annual trip to the North Pole will be made at 3, 5 and 7 p.m. each day and include a dramatic reading of the Christmas story about a boy who is not sure whether he believes in Santa Claus. Standard class fares are $12 for adults and $8 for kids 2 through 12. Fares in premium class--a restored 1950s streamline buffet-lounge-observation car, are $25 for lounge seating and $18 for table seating. Reservations are required. Call 920-437-7623, ext. 10, or visit www.nationalrrmuseum.org.

MARINE RADIO SEMINAR The Waukegan Sail and Power Squadron is offering a VHF/DSC Marine Radio Seminar Dec. 1. The seminar, from 7 to 9 p.m., is at the Waukegan Yacht Club, 199 N Harbor Place. The seminar instructs on the use of VHF, the mainstay of coastal communication, and Digital Selective Calling, which is being phased in. Fee is $10 per person. Contact Lt. Cmdr. Mike Ludtke at 815-575-0809 or wspsxo@gmail.com.

POLAR EXPRESS The Monticello Chamber of Commerce hosts Lunch with Santa on the Train Dec. 4 and 5 at the Monticello Railway Museum, off I-72 between Champaign and Springfield. The journey, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., leaves the Wabash Depot in downtown Monticello and includes a reading of the story. Tickets are $20 per person. For information, visit www.polarexpressride.com or call 877-762-9011. For tickets, visit www.mrym.org.

HAPPY HOLIDAY RAILWAY Take a train ride through holiday light displays and visit with Santa Claus and his elves at the Illinois Railway Museum Dec. 5 and 6, 12 and 13 and 19 and 20. Children on Santa's "good" list will recieve a gift. Trains run every two hours at the museum in Union. Visit www.irm.org or call 815-923-4000 or 800-BIG-RAIL (244-7245).

TOYS FOR TOTS The 32nd annual Chicagoland Toys for Tots Motorcycle Parade begins at 9:30 a.m. Dec. 6 at Dan Ryan Woods, 85th Street and Western Avenue, Chicago. The parade will proceed up Western to the Marine Reserve Center at Foster Avenue and Troy Street. Participants can gather at 8 a.m. and should bring an unwrapped new toy or game -- but no plush toys. Visit www.chicagolandtft.org or call 773-866-TOYS (8697).

TOY SHOW The annual Tinley Park Holiday Toy Show is set for Dec. 6 at Tinley Park High School, 6111 W. 175th St. The show, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., will feature diecast cars and models. Admission is $6. Call Jim at 262-246-7171.

LISLE POLAR EXPRESS Lisle is hosting two Polar Express trains Dec. 9. They leave the Metra Station at 9:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. Santa will be on hand along with clowns, activities and goodies. Fares are $14, and tickets are required in advance. They're on sale at The Nook on Main Street, 7-11 at Ogden and Main and Lisle Savings Bank. Call the Lisle Convention Bureau at 800-773-9811.

MOTORCYCLE SWAP The Walneck Motorcycle Swap Meet is set for Dec. 20 at the Kane County Fairgrounds in St. Charles. Admission to the meet, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., $6 with vendor booths $40. Visit www.walneckswap.com or call 630-985-2097.

BOAT SHOW The 80th annual Chicago Boat, RV and Outdoors Show sails into McCormick Place North Jan. 13 through 17. Hundreds of the latest product s and accessories will be featured along with the Huck Finn Trout Pond and green boating zone. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Jan 13, 14 and 15; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Jan 16 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan 17. Admission is $10 for adults, $4 for kids 13-15 and free for those 12 and younger. Seniors 65 and older will get $2 off Jan. 13. Visit www.ChicagoBoatShow.com .

STRICTLY SAIL Strictly Sail Chicago will be held Jan. 28 through 31 at Navy Pier. The event will include the latest sailboats and products, along with seminars and a kids activity center. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Jan 28 and 29, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Jan. 30 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 31. Adult admission is $12 Jan. 28 and 29 and $15 Jan. 30 and 31. A two-day adult pass is $24. Children 15 and younger are free when accompanied by an adult. Visit www.StrictlySailChicago.com.

AUTO SHOW BLACK TIE The Chicago Auto Show's First Look for Charity will be held from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Feb. 11 on the show floor at McCormick Place. Eighteen Chicago-area charities benefit from the black-tie event. Tickets cost $225 each. Visit www.chicagoautoshow.com.

CHICAGO AUTO SHOW The 102nd Chicago Auto Show hits McCormick Place North and South Feb. 12-21. Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Feb. 12-20 and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Feb. 21. Tickets cost $11 for adults, $7 for seniors 62 and older and children 7-12 and free for kids 6 and younger with a paid adult. Visit www.chicagoautoshow.com.

Having a public event? Rides would like to list it. Please send the information--event name, time, place, admission/fees and contact information--to What's up, Rides, 435 N. Michigan Ave., 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60611 or e-mail to transportation@tribune.com at least two weeks before the event. Submissions will be accepted in writing only.

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