An apparently homeless man who died early Friday after being found outside on the Northwest Side is the fifth cold-related death of the season in Cook County.
Jerzy Tarkowski, 60, was found lying at the corner of Belmont and Central avenues about 1 a.m. Friday, according to police and the Cook County Medical Examiner's office. He was taken to Our Lady of the Resurrection Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead at 1:15 a.m.
An autopsy found he died of hypothermia brought on by cold exposure, with alcohol intoxication a contributing factor, the medical examiner's office said.
The previous cold-related deaths in Cook County this season include:
• Luis M. Escalante, 53, found in the 3200 block of Oakton Street in Skokie near a park at 3200 Oakton St. on Dec. 22. Escalante, of the 1800 block of West Farwell Avenue, died of cold exposure.
• Casimir Widarz, in his 60s, died while lying on the ground in the 4300 block of South Ashland Avenue on Dec. 21, according to the medical examiner's office. The primary cause of death for Widarz, who was homeless, was heart disease with cold exposure listed as a factor.
• Thomas Grubb, 41, died from hypothermia and cold exposure on Dec. 9, according to county records. Grubb, a registered sex offender who was living on the street, was found near a UIC student center, the medical examiner's office said.
• Florence Hawkins, 83, was the first confirmed cold-related death of the season. She was found dead at her home in the 8200 block of South Chappel Avenue on Nov. 27, the medical examiner's office said.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:49 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:49:53 GMT
Mayor Emanuel will celebrate two years in office by unveiling "Elevate Chicago" on Thursday, a series of construction projects to improve Navy Pier and McCormick Place.
Mayor Emanuel will celebrate two years in office by unveiling "Elevate Chicago" on Thursday, a series of construction projects to improve Navy Pier and McCormick Place.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:51 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:51:51 GMT
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn must decide if he will sign a measure allowing the use of marijuana for medical purposes after the state Senate approved legislation on Friday.
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn must decide if he will sign a measure allowing the use of marijuana for medical purposes after the state Senate approved legislation on Friday.
Fitness guru and NBA wife Larsa Pippen showed how you can get long and lean for bathing suit season with help from her favorite Midtown Athletic Club trainer Diane Gillis and a pair of hand weights.
Fitness guru and NBA wife Larsa Pippen showed how you can get long and lean for bathing suit season with help from her favorite Midtown Athletic Club trainer Diane Gillis and a pair of hand weights.
Summer is almost here, and that means spending time outside, in the sun! Baby Gizmo's Hollie Shultz shared some sun safety tips to protect your little one's skin this summer.
Summer is almost here, and that means spending time outside, in the sun! Baby Gizmo's Hollie Shultz shared some sun safety tips to protect your little one's skin this summer.
Dr. Amy Brodsky, a dermatologist who founded and leads the Pediatric Sun Protection Foundation, shared four key ways to prevent sunburns and pediatric skin cancer this summer.
Dr. Amy Brodsky, a dermatologist who founded and leads the Pediatric Sun Protection Foundation, shared four key ways to prevent sunburns and pediatric skin cancer this summer.
Nutrition specialist, certified trainer and "Power Vegan" author Rea Frey says people can find the optimal foods to power our everyday lives and get in better shape at the same time – without a fad diet.
Nutrition specialist, certified trainer and "Power Vegan" author Rea Frey says people can find the optimal foods to power our everyday lives and get in better shape at the same time – without a fad diet.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:45 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:45:45 GMT
Since National Dog Bite Prevention week begins next week, Good Day Chicago wants to help you learn how to protect yourself in the event of a dog attack and the proper way to say hello to a pup you don't know.
Since National Dog Bite Prevention week begins next week, Good Day Chicago wants to help you learn how to protect yourself in the event of a dog attack and the proper way to say hello to a pup you don't know.
Good Day Chicago's Kori Chambers will host the Campfire Ball for the third consecutive year this weekend. It's an event to raise money for kids with cancer. Co-chair Rachel Drescher explains how the fundraiser works.
Good Day Chicago's Kori Chambers will host the Campfire Ball for the third consecutive year this weekend. It's an event to raise money for kids with cancer. Co-chair Rachel Drescher explains how the fundraiser works.
Have you heard of acrobatic yoga? It's a new trend among all the "yogis" out there. Tatiana Sanchez and Phil Blaetz from Wicker Park's Nature Yoga showed what you can do in class this summer - and so did Dawn!
Have you heard of acrobatic yoga? It's a new trend among all the "yogis" out there. Tatiana Sanchez and Phil Blaetz from Wicker Park's Nature Yoga showed what you can do in class this summer - and so did Dawn!
Sunday, May 19 2013 8:27 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:27:49 GMT
Despite a year of warnings, there were still commuters like Josh and Jason Judd who seemingly forgot the CTA Red Line reconstruction project began Sunday morning.
Despite a year of warnings, there were still commuters like Josh and Jason Judd who seemingly forgot the CTA Red Line reconstruction project began Sunday morning.
Sunday, May 19 2013 8:26 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:26:18 GMT
One adult and 11 juveniles were arrested Saturday night after police responded to groups of teens running through traffic around North Michigan Avenue on the Gold Coast.
One adult and 11 juveniles were arrested Saturday night after police responded to groups of teens running through traffic around North Michigan Avenue on the Gold Coast.
Sunday, May 19 2013 6:44 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:44:15 GMT
Skokie Police Chief Tony Scarpelli said Sunday police still have no suspect in custody in connection with a shooting Friday night near just outside of Westfield's Old Orchard Shopping Center.
Skokie Police Chief Tony Scarpelli said Sunday police still have no suspect in custody in connection with a shooting Friday night near just outside of Westfield's Old Orchard Shopping Center.
Sunday, May 19 2013 3:10 PM EDT2013-05-19 19:10:22 GMT
The derailment of an Amtrak City of New Orleans train on the Near South Side Sunday morning led to delays and a couple cancellations for trains on Metra's Rock Island District line.
The derailment of an Amtrak City of New Orleans train on the Near South Side Sunday morning led to delays and a couple cancellations for trains on Metra's Rock Island District line.
Sunday, May 19 2013 12:32 PM EDT2013-05-19 16:32:45 GMT
A 23-year-old woman was killed and four others were critically injured when two cars crashed into a building in the Far South Side Washington Heights neighborhood early Sunday.
A 23-year-old woman was killed and four others were critically injured when two cars crashed into a building in the Far South Side Washington Heights neighborhood early Sunday.
Sunday, May 19 2013 11:50 AM EDT2013-05-19 15:50:06 GMT
One number in Saturday night's Powerball drawing was the difference for a dozen Illinois players between being $10,000 richer and living the life of a multi-millionaire - whose ticket was purchased in Florida.
One number in Saturday night's Powerball drawing was the difference for a dozen Illinois players between being $10,000 richer and living the life of a multi-millionaire - whose ticket was purchased in Florida.
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:52 AM EDT2013-05-19 14:52:09 GMT
Four people have been killed and at least 15 other people wounded -- including a 12-year-old boy left in critical condition -- in shootings around the city since Friday night.
Four people have been killed and at least 15 other people wounded -- including a 12-year-old boy left in critical condition -- in shootings around the city since Friday night.
