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Illinois Republicans Sue Pritzker Over Ban On Political Rallies

The state GOP argues that churches and protests have been treated differently from political rallies under the law. Religious services are exempt from the ban on in-person gatherings larger than 10 people, while protests, while not officially exempt, have largely been allowed anyway.

Supreme Court Allows Cook County Assault Weapons Ban To Stand

At least six justices declined to hear a challenge to the Blair Holt Assault Weapons Ban, upheld last year by a 7th Circuit appellate panel.

Homeless Man Who Blogged About Living In Woods Presumed Dead

Doug Henke is believed to have died after a body was found in his abode in the woods.

Organizers Officially Cancel Chicago's 2020 Pride Parade

Organizers confirmed that Chicago's 2020 Pride Parade has been cancelled due to the coronavirus crisis.

Woman Says She Was Racially Profiled By Jewel Worker

"It screamed 'racism' to me," Denise Dawidowski told Patch of the incident.

Ministers Demand Proof Police Seen Lounging Were Asked To Be There

The mayor said surveillance video shows the officers were in the office for four to five hours.

CEO Charged With Bank Fraud Over PPP Loan Application

Feds say the tech company founder lied on loan paperwork in an attempt to get a forgivable coronavirus economic relief loan for more than $440,000.

Also Worth a Look Today

• Illinois Coronavirus Update June 16: 133,639 Cases, 6,398 Deaths
• Chicago Announces Reopening Date For Bars, Breweries, Lakefront
• Lightfoot Orders New Review Of Use Of Force Policies
• Sheriff Vows To Increase Diversity
• Man Tried To Climb In Resident's Window: Police
• Women Fight At Restaurant
• Girl, 14, Missing Since Last Week
• Concert Series Canceled Due To Coronavirus
• Illinois Lawmaker Wants State To Commemorate Juneteenth
• After 43 Years, Nurse And COVID-19 Survivor Retires From LCMH
• I-80 Pedestrian Fatally Hit By Semi

Across America

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• Mayor: Protesters Haven't Tested Positive For Coronavirus

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