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Mother Dies, Children Escape House Fire

A witness said 3 children standing outside the burning home said their mother was still inside. A fire captain was also hurt in the blaze.

109-Year-Old Illinois Woman Could Be Oldest To Get Vaccinated

"I asked her caretaker and she said she's doing great," her granddaughter told Patch. "She's having no reactions."

Barstool Sports Gives Financial Boost To Northbrook Business

The owner of the longtime local business said the funding means everything, especially after the 2017 loss of his daughter and a difficult year due to the pandemic.

Teacher Got 4 Months Pay To Stay Away From School

Math teacher Ashlee Catalani was arrested on five criminal charges in connection with an attack inside an apartment.

Teen Charged With Reckless Homicide After Crash Kills 2

Two passengers died Saturday night after a stolen car crashed into a minivan while fleeing police.

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• Sacred Heart Re-Shuffled Under 'Renew My Church' Plan
• Chicago Mayor Pledges Vaccination Push In Minority Neighborhoods

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