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Boy, 2, Dies After Shooting Himself

Police responded to a report of an accidental gun discharge at the suburban home, where they say a toddler shot himself.

Fed Judge Ends Former Gov. Rod Blagojevich's Supervised Release

A federal judge brought an early end to former Gov. Rod Blagojevich's supervised release 16 months after Trump commuted his sentence.

Illinois Bill Could Require Recess In Public Elementary Schools

The bill would promise K-5th graders at least 30 minutes of recess each day and is awaiting the approval Gov. J.B. Pritzker.

Mother And 1-Year-Old Son Shot Through Apartment Window

Police said it is not immediately clear if the family was targeted or not.

Kids Ride Free Until Labor Day With New Metra Program

The Family Fares program will continue until Labor Day, allowing up to 3 children under 11 years old to ride free with an adult.

Nurses Save Woman Who Collapsed At High School Graduation

Two nurses sprung into action at Victor J. Andrew High School's graduation ceremony to save a woman's life.

Pet Pig Permitted To Stay With Owners

In a settlement between her owners and village officials, 6-year-old Cotton the pig will be exempted from the village's farm animal ban.

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