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Illinois GOP Operative Who Chased Clinton Emails Killed Self: Report

The Republican researcher from Lake Forest seeking Hilary Clinton's deleted emails from likely Russian hackers committed suicide, according to a report. He was obsessed with bringing down the Clintons.

Purse Lost 57 Years Ago Will Soon Be Back In Owner's Hands

A sleuthing librarian solved the mystery of the long-long-long-lost-and-seemingly-stolen purse.

Burbank Man's Shed Is Ultimate KISS Man Cave: VIDEO

In honor of the upcoming Chicago Open Air Fest, Tim Emanuel gave us a tour of his dude-tastic KISS man space. It's a great place to rock and roll all night, and party every day.

Their Son Died Alone In The Woods Near SIU

Now, a man has been indicted in his death. Nineteen-year-old Pravin Varughese of Morton Grove was found dead in 2014, and his parents have been seeking answers ever since.

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Use the McDonald's app to get a free softserve cone and a chance to win free ice cream cones for life.

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