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Cheerleaders Forced Into 'Commercial Sex Acts': Suit

Northwestern University's cheerleading program functioned as an illegal sex trafficking operation that subjected cheerleaders to pervasive sexual assault and harassment, according to a lawsuit filed by one of its members.

Naperville Murder Remains Unsolved After Four Years

Naperville police are still looking for leads in the murder of Matthew Lange, who was gunned down outside his son's school in 2017.

Iconic Beverly House Has Great Room, 5 Fireplaces, Duck Flock

Expansive 1907 home is filled with warmth and elegance, featuring a 3-car garage, park-like yard and your own flock of ducks for $629,000.

Felon, 22, Charged After 'Road Rage': Police

Out on parole, he's charged with attempted murder after police say he shot 2 people in a road rage incident.

Man Gets Prison For Trying To Kidnap Boss

Police say he drove to his former boss' house, lured him outside and then hit him with a stolen car before trying to force him into the vehicle.

GOP Rep Kinzinger Starts PAC To Resist 'Trump-First Party'

The suburban Republican has been a vocal critic of former President Donald Trump. Now he's launched the "Country 1st" PAC to push back.

Mayor Orders Teachers Back To Schools Monday Sans Deal With Union

Chicago Teachers Union members who don't show up for work Monday will be blocked from remote learning portals, setting the stage for strike.

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• $10M Bond Sale To Pay For School District's Coronavirus Costs
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