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WWII Hero, 94, Killed In Crash Still Worked For Auto Shop | PM

Injured IL native could play in Super Bowl | Fundraiser for boy who was burned | Coronavirus patient precautions | Super Bowl ad thanks vet

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WWII Hero Who Still Worked At Car Repair Shop At 94 Dies In Crash

James Patton, 94, a former serviceman and police officer, was still married to his wife of 71 years and worked as a manager at his son's auto shop.

Tevin Coleman Expected To Play In Super Bowl LIV

The Oak Forest High School alum has been limited in practice this week after dislocating a shoulder during the 49ers' NFC Championship win.

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Funds Raised For Boy Burned In 'Hurtful Act' At Sleepover

The 13-year-old suffered third-degree burns when his friends emulated a YouTube prank while he was sleeping.

Hospital Treating Coronavirus Patients Taking 'Precautions'

A husband and wife who contracted coronavirus are being treated at a suburban hospital.

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