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Convicted Toddler Killer, Rapist Released On Parole

He was released halfway through a 48-year sentence — 24 years to the day of baby Quortney Kley's death.

Chicago's United Center Will Open For Mass Vaccinations March 10

"Someday — not too far from now — we will be at the United Center not for a lifesaving shot but for a game-winning shot," Pritzker said.

Residents Want Director To Resign After Hot Mic Swearing

She was heard on a hot mic before a Zoom meeting calling protesters "a**holes" and saying she is "really good at inciting violence in others," adding, "That's why I don't own a gun."

Animal Cruelty Charges For Joliet Owner Of 'Buddy'

The dog's chain was frozen to the ground and the dog appeared to suffer from a serious skin infection near its neck, police say.

Senior Citizen Breaks Into House To Avoid Freezing: Sheriff

No charges are being filed in the case of a man who sought shelter after crashing his car — and even wrote the homeowners an apology letter.

Congress Members Want Answers About Chicago's Lousy Mail Service

U.S. Rep. Marie Newman leads Chicago-area Congress members in a letter urging USPS leadership to address persistent delivery issues.

Walgreens Will Offer Over-The-Counter Coronavirus Test

The Illinois-based company hopes to make the tests available at more than 6,000 stores nationwide by the spring.

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• Retired Chief's Pension Spike Surpassed City's Salary Range
• 2-Month Coronavirus Case Drop In Town
• Six Flags Hiring 4,000 For Upcoming Season
• Uncle Took On Dad Role For Nieces, Nephews: COVID Memorial
• Former Chicago Bear Cleared Of Running Fight Ring At Youth Prison
• Preservation Chicago Calls For Lakefront To Be Made National Park
• 'Anjanette Young Ordinance' Aims For Stricter Search Warrant Reforms
• Employee Shot After Two Suspects Rob Gas Station At Gunpoint
• Restaurant Closes Permanently

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• 15 Years Later, Missing Cat Is Reunited With Owner

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