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No Charges To Be Filed In 12-Year-Old Erica Gibson's Death

"The investigation shows this to be another case of young people having access to an unsecured weapon in a home that had a tragic accident."

George Thorogood, 90's Tour Headline Illinois State Fair Schedule

Thorogood and the Destroyers and .38 Special, will close out the 11-performance musical slate which begins Aug. 13 at the fairgrounds.

Wyllie Fraud Trial: Status Hearing Delayed Again To June

Former LW 210 Superintendent Lawrence Wyllie was indicted in 2017 on five counts of wire fraud and a single count of embezzlement.

2021 Gerber Baby Search Is On; How Illinois Parents Can Apply

This year’s Gerber photo search comes with a twist: an honorary C-suite position as “chief growing officer.”

Timmothy Pitzen Missing 10 Years: Cops Hope New Pic Brings Leads

For 10 years, the family of Timmothy Pitzen has seen the missing boy grow only in age progression photos.

COVID-19 Vaccines Mandatory For Northwestern University Students

University officials said students will need to show proof of vaccination or an exception to the requirement in order to register for class.

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