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High School Mourns Senior Who Died Of COVID-19

Andy Washack was "the kind of kid you wanted in your high school. Andy was kind and funny, and had a big heart."

Illinois Trails Other States In Getting People Fully Vaccinated

Illinois continues to lag behind most other states in getting people fully vaccinated for the coronavirus.

Illinois Democrats Select U.S. Rep. Kelly As New Party Chair

A new era has begun for the Illinois Democratic Party.

Rauner Donated $250K After His Exclusive Club Got COVID Vaccines

Former Republican Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner may have been among the first people in Florida to receive a COVID-19 vaccination; soon after, he donated $250,000 to that state's Republican governor, Ron DeSantis.

1 Dead After Fiery Crash On I-88

The crash shut down all lanes on westbound I-88 Thursday morning.

COVID-19 Cases Drop, Chicago Restaurants, Bars Open To 50 Percent

Under loosened restrictions, the city's bars and restaurants can now allow up to 50 people indoors while remaining open until 1 a.m.

Also Worth a Look Today

• Urlacher To Attend Joliet Candidate's Fundraiser
• State Sends Confidential Information Of Nearly 9,000 Illinoisans To Wrong Addresses
• 43% More COVID Shots Given To Illinoisans In Past Week
• Bear Maker Gives Grieving Residents Something To Hug
• 2 People Killed, 5 Injured In South Side Two-Vehicle Crash: Cops
• Shank Made By Jail Inmate: Police
• Man Attacks 3 Police Officers: Complaint
• 14 Students Test Positive For Coronavirus At High School
• 'Violent Crime Spree' Indictments: Duo Accused Of 12 Armed Heists
• Spitting Incidents Reported At Lyft Car, Inside Business: Blotter
• Bomb Threat Forces Evacuation At Walmart: Police

Across America

• Beloved Cop Dies 3 Months After Retirement: U.S. Coronavirus Blog
• No More Cheerleaders For The Washington Football Team: Report

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