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Deerfield Man Rescues 2 From Drowning in Hawaii

A Deerfield man vacationing in Hawaii saved the lives of two people who were drowning on Christmas Eve.

Man Wearing Tape Mustache Robs Bank in Alsip

A man wearing black tape in the shape of a fake mustache robbed a bank Wednesday afternoon in Alsip.

Police Search for Answers in Christmas Eve Fatal Hit-and-Run

Illinois State Police are asking for the public's help in tracking down a driver believed to have fatally struck a pedestrian on I-57 on Christmas Eve.

Sweet-Toothed Robber Targeting Dollar Stores in Morgan Park, Gresham: Cops

A sweet-toothed robber is believed to have held up four dollar stores within the past month in the Morgan Park and Auburn-Gresham neighborhoods. Chicago police think the robberies are connected.

Fr. Pfleger Plans New Year's Eve Peace March Down Michigan Avenue's Mag Mile

The Rev. Michael Pfleger, the fiery pastor of St. Sabina Church, is planning a peace march down Michigan Avenue on New Year’s Eve to honor the survivors and victims of Chicago’s escalating gun violence.

American Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Stop at O’Hare

A Minneapolis-bound American Airlines flight made an emergency stop at O’Hare International Airport on Wednesday.

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» Across America

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