Teen Who Died Of COVID Told Mom 'I'll Be Fine' | PatchPM

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18-Year-Old Dies Of COVID-19 Day After Christmas

Sarah Simental would have graduated from high school this spring: "She said, 'I'm going to be okay, Mom.' And that was the last thing.'"

Blackhawks Captain Toews Out Indefinitely With Medical Issue

Toews said he has been feeling "drained and lethargic" and set no timetable for his return. The Blackhawks begin training camp on Jan. 3.

Man Fatally Shot Near Midway Airport

Police are investigating a fatal shooting in which an unidentified man was shot multiple times on Sunday morning.

Snow, Power Outages: When Will Snow Start, How Much Will We Get?

Snowfall could be heavy at times mixed with freezing rain, contributing to slick roads and possible power outages.

The Rock, Other Stars Surprise Oak Forest Kid Who Had Cancer

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Jack Black, "Wonder Woman" Gal Gadot, Dave Bautista, Jim O'Heir and more made videos celebrating Liam Anderson's end of chemo.

Recounts Don't Change Election Outcomes In DuPage County

"I am confident of the results of the recounts, just as I am confident of the results that were certified last month."

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