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State Police Investigated 11 Threats Against Pritzker: Reports

People told police they were "frustrated," "venting," or upset about their 401(k)s after they sent threatening messages to the governor.

'Simulated Lynching' Supervised By Lacrosse Coach: Ex-Student

A social worker at a suburban high school is accused of overseeing a racist hazing incident while coaching lacrosse at a different school.

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Teen Center Employee Fired; Accused Of Relationship With Minor

A staff member has been accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old girl.

Fourth Of July: Send Your Patriotic Pet Pics To Illinois Patch

Fourth of July is right around the corner. Here's how to share a picture of your pet in their most festive getup.

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Death In Police Custody: No Answers, 5 Months Later

Four months before the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis mobilized people across the nation to participate in Black Lives Matter demonstrations, 37-year-old Joliet resident Eric Lurry died after being in the custody of the Joliet Police Department and questions remain about the circumstances of his death.

Woman Woke To Find Intruder Near Her Bed With Weapon: Police

An 18-year-old is charged with three counts of felony home invasion.


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