Teen faces 16 years in prison in shooting

An Illinois teen could face prison time after admitting he shot and paralyzed another 16-year-old in Gary. Page 2

Importance, beauty of native plants

With its branches poking out of a drawstring bag, a potted plum tree accompanied Tristan Shaw to a recent nonprofit luncheon. For the last three years, he has carried a sapling for “emotional support” out to dinner and family parties, and even canoeing and camping. Page 3