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People get down on their knee during a protest over the death of George Floyd in Chicago.
People get down on their knee during a protest over the death of George Floyd in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

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Pritzker Blasts Trump 'Rhetoric,' Trump Fires Back On Call

"The rhetoric that's coming out of the White House is making it worse," Pritzker told Trump Monday. "OK, well thank you very much, J.B.," Trump responded. "I don't like your rhetoric much either."

IL Community Coronavirus Testing Sites Shut Down After Protests

IDPH officials announced site closures after public transportation and businesses in Illinois were shut down this weekend due to protests.

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Peaceful Protests End With Rioting, Looting In Downtown Aurora

Officials enacted a curfew Sunday night after peaceful protests throughout Aurora turned into looting and violent clashes with police.

30 Arrests By Joliet Police Department Announced

All of the people who were arrested lived in Joliet, Crest Hill, Plainfield, Lockport and Minooka, Joliet Police arrest reports show.

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Protesters Throng Downtown Naperville As Businesses Board Up

Hundreds of protesters gathered in downtown Naperville Monday demanding justice for George Floyd's death.

Curfew Extended Monday Night

The village also urged all retail establishments to close at 3 p.m. Monday due to threats.

Mayor Dispels Rumors, Says Village is Safe Amid Protests

A suburban mayor shared a video to show that social media rumors were false.

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