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Teen Charged After Accidentally Shooting Friend In Face: Police

The 18-year-old is charged with aggravated battery with a firearm, aggravated discharge of a firearm and reckless conduct.

Coronavirus Indoor Dining Ban Imposed On Lake, McHenry Counties

Starting Saturday, indoor service at bars and restaurants in Lake and McHenry counties will be banned and gatherings will be capped at 25 people, as new restrictions aimed at slowing the spread of the coronavirus take effect in Region 9.

IL Reports 6,000+ New Cases As More Regions See Restrictions

"We continue to move backwards, losing all the ground we had gained over the summer," IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike said.

FBI Looking For IL, MO Victims Of Suspected Serial Killer

Richard William Davis traveled cross-country over five decades. The FBI said he's linked to one murder and that he may have committed more.

Southsiders for Peace Plan 'Count Every Vote' Rally On Nov. 4

Non-partisan groups plan to mobilize "Count Every Vote" rallies across the country on Nov. 4 to protect presidential election results.

Mom Who Said Baby And SUV Were Taken Filed False Report: Police

The baby was found safe with a babysitter after 30-year-old Chicago woman told police her son was in her SUV when it was stolen, CPD said.

Illinois Restaurant Association To Vote On Indoor Dining Ban Suit

"Unless the state of Illinois takes a more reasonable approach to mitigation, thousands of restaurants are at risk of permanent closure."

Teachers Union Chief Airs Concerns; Parents Say He's A Fearmonger

Parents are slamming the head of District 303's teachers union for fearmongering after his comments at a recent school board meeting.

Also Worth a Look Today

• District Goes Back To Remote Learning
• Pritzker Fights Order Barring New Restrictions At Restaurant
• Region 9 Shutdown: How Will Bars Survive?
• Restaurant Will Defy Indoor Dining Ban
• Century-Old Hoover Estate To Be Razed To Make Way For Subdivision
• Cop's Suspension Overturned, He Gets $10K Back Pay
• Teen Hurt In Shooting
• Trial Set For Woman Charged In Hayride Crash That Injured Dozen
• Veterans Day Discount At Hair Cuttery
• Heroes Make Face Shields
• Governor Pritzker Recommends Masks, Distancing For Holiday Gatherings

Across America

• U.S. 'Not In A Good Place' As Colder Months Lie Ahead, Fauci Says
• Looting, Protests Continue For Second Night In Philadelphia

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