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Share-worthy stories from the Illinois Patch network to talk about tonight:

Aurelio’s Pizza Owner Condemns Controversial Sign

A sign at the Bourbonnais location regarding a lack of employees sparked controversy online. The owner denounced the message.

News Crew Helps Arrest Suspect In Child Sex Assault Case

Maurice Rocquemore was in the area where WGN-TV news spotted the man and asked him if a police community alert image was him. It was.

Gov. Pritzker Lifts All Capacity Limits As Phase 5 Begins Friday

"You did it, Illinois," the governor said, as the state's coronavirus rate falls to its lowest level since the first month of the pandemic.

Winning $56M Mega Millions Ticket Bought At Crestwood Gas Station

Some lucky person, who hasn't stepped forward yet, bought the winning Mega Millions ticket at Citgo. Owners will receive $500,000 bonus.

Ex-Dentist Jailed For Illegal Practice: Officials

State received hundreds of complaints about dentist's procedures and business practices, prosecutors said.

Second City Alum Stephen Colbert Joins Group's Board of Directors

The late-night host who started his comedy career at the famed Chicago training center will serve as the Artistic Advisory Board chair.

Illinois Has 2,374 Bridges In 'Poor Condition': Feds

The condition of bridges in the state is determined by the Federal Highway Administration.

Suburban Pool To Be Demolished And Sold

The pool would cost around $50,000 in infrastructure repairs to operate again. Demolition on site won't cost the city a dime.

Bears QB Justin Fields Agrees To 4-Year, $18M Rookie Deal: Report

The former Ohio State standout's deal, which is fully guaranteed, includes an $11 million signing bonus, according to the NFL Network.

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