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11-Year-Old Girl Caught In Crossfire Shot In Face At Gas Station

A 19-year-old was also shot.

COVID Variant Cases Jump In IL

On Thursday, there were 44 B.1.1.7 and B.1.351 cases in the state. Now there are 70.

Teen Shatters 47-Year-Old Diving Record

Even though he just started diving a year and a half ago, junior Jeremy Gravelle is really making a splash in the pool this year.

12 USPS Employees Accused Of Stealing Mail

The former mail carriers are accused of conspiring to steal customers' mail and personal information to make fraudulent purchases, feds say.

Schmaltz Delicatessen Aims To Move From Naperville To Lisle

After 16 years in Naperville, the delicatessen is looking to relocate to 3011 Ogden Ave. in Lisle to expand its brand.

Third Coronavirus Stimulus Checks: What To Expect In Illinois

The Senate will begin debate Wednesday on a $1.9 trillion relief bill that directly aids families, states, cities, the unemployed and more.

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• Executive Sentenced For Helping Factory Hire Undocumented Workers
• Unsolved: Double Slaying At Liquor Store
• Martial Arts Studio Relocating
• New Metra Station Now Open
• Home Of Ex-Bulls Coach Collins Hits Market

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