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'Nazi' Protest Sign Gets Backlash From Auschwitz Museum, Pritzker

A Reopen Illinois protester held a sign stating, "Arbeit macht frei," a German phrase that appeared over the entrance to Auschwitz.

Federal Judge Upholds Stay-At-Home Order

Pastor Steve Cassell last week filed a federal lawsuit accusing Pritzker of showing an “illegal and discriminatory hostility" to churches.

'Just Love One Another': Illinois Couple Celebrates 70 Years

The couple celebrated their wedding anniversary a little differently this year, as family held a drive-by parade with some help from the community.

Police Crack Down On Coronavirus Parties, Mayor Threatens Jail

"When you go out and party, when you go home to your mama, your grandma, or anybody in your household who has an underlying medical condition, you are bringing death to their doorstep. Make no mistake about it," the mayor said.

Reopening Plan In Illinois Town Includes 4 Phases

The state stay-at-home order lasts until the end of May, but some towns are planning their reopenings.

Illinois Business Owner Remembers Kent State Massacre 50 Years Later

One of the student protesters at Kent State University vividly remembers when the Ohio National Guard gunned down four of her classmates.

Aurora’s Greg Zanis Dies At 69 After Battle With Cancer

The "Cross Man," who made crosses for victims of every mass shooting in the last two decades, died days after a touching tribute from the community.

Also Worth a Look Today

• Shelter Relocation 'Stopped Coronavirus In Its Tracks'
• Illinois Starts Sending Back Borrowed Ventilators
• Firefighters Save 3 After Raft Deflates
• Beloved Hot Dog Joint To Reopen
• Diocese Of Joliet Bishop Retires After Medical Leave
• ER Traffic Drops
• 4th Of July Festivities Canceled
• Teen Sweetens Day For Front Line Workers

Across America

• Colorado Lockdown Protester Accused of Making Pipe Bombs: Feds
  
• U.S. Coronavirus: Trump Says 100K May Die; Top Court Goes Digital

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