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Suburban Police Chief Fired Over Facebook Post About Looters

"This social media post is in incredibly poor taste," the village said. "It does not reflect the values of the people of our community, and we will not tolerate such behavior from any of our public officials."

Man Threatens To Shoot Police With Crossbow And Arrow: Report

Police say the man, who dubbed himself the "neighborhood patrol," told officers he was "sick of you cops always pointing your lights in my yard" and that he'd shoot the next officer who shined a light with an arrow.

Region 7 Could See Restrictions Lifted 'Soon': Pritzker

"Unless we get [the coronavirus] under control ... we will be fighting to save the Titanic with a plastic bucket," Pritzker said.

Woman Is Illinois' 1st Human West Nile Case Of 2020

The woman in her 40s is the first human victim in the state this year.

Caramel Apples Huge Hit For Dan's Homemade Candies

The seasonal treat is the first local sign of fall.

Illinois Cannabis License Lottery Is Unconstitutional: Lawsuit

A group of applicants say the state plans to issue over $1 billion worth of licenses to "politically-connected insider companies."

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