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Kind Woman Talks Teen Out of Suicide on Metra Bridge in Palos Park

The woman had just left the train Friday night when she saw the distraught young man and approached him.

Police Search for Mother of 'Baby Hope'

The baby's body was found in a backpack along Plamondon Road in Wheaton Monday night. Also: Police: Mother of Baby Found Dead Near Wheaton May Be in Danger

2 Pit Bulls Viciously Mauled Woman in Dad’s Backyard

A police officer saved the woman’s life by shooting one of the dogs and getting between her and the animals after they let go.

'Super Lice' Spread Across America

Lice resistant to over-the-counter treatment now found in 42 states, including yours.

White Sox to Attempt Guinness World Record for Dogs at Sporting Event

Chicago's South Side team is hoping to see 1,000 dogs in the stands at U.S. Cellular Field on Sept. 13.

Cancer Patient Fatally Beaten Outside Treatment Center

Police are searching for the attacker who struck the woman in the head while she sat on a bench in Zion Monday night.

Swimmer Conor Dwyer Says Goodbye to Rio But Not Before Hanging Out With Zac Efron

As the Games wind down, the Winnetka swimmer gives a final photographic shout out to the city that's been his home for almost 2 weeks.

Growing Up on the South Side vs. Growing Up on the North Shore, As Told by an NBA Player

Jabari Parker describes the inequalities in personal piece for The Players’ Tribune.

Now State Wants to Take House From Lockport Man Charged With Growing Pot

The Lockport man is being held in jail on a $4 million bond.

Wilmette Dad Makes Daughter Do the Right Thing After She Does the Wrong Thing

Stolen street signs give a father a chance to teach his 16-year-old about being held accountable for her actions.

Police Track Down Bloody Carjacking Suspect After State Trooper Shooting Saturday Night

Chicago Police flood the South Loop after a carjacking suspect flees. State Police shot the 15-year-old in the neck.

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Mom Left 8-Year-Old Snoozing in Parked Car While She Went to Hobby Lobby: Cops

A passerby said the child was left at least 20 minutes, according to police, but the mom claimed it was more like five.

Shoplifting Mama Accused of Turning Young Daughter Into a Delinquent: Prosecutor

"I want you to look at the ankle bracelet everyday and think about your daughter," judge tells defendant.

Hospital Bat Tests Positive for Rabies

The bat was found earlier this month in the obstetrics unit of Palos Community Hospital.

Bats Inside Elmhurst School Postpones First Day of Classes

Dist. 205 officials say two bats were found inside Jefferson Elementary School, canceling first day of school.

Toddler Nearly Snatched Off Chicago Street in Front of Mom and Nanny

A man on a sidewalk approached and grabbed a toddler in front of the boy's mother and nanny Thursday morning.

Hotel Data Breach: Credit and Debit Card Data Stolen From 20 Hotels, Including 1 in Chicago

Check the hotels and dates involved: The criminals took names, payment card account numbers, card expiration dates and verification codes.

Angry, PCP-Using Brother Shoots Pregnant Sister and Kills Her Baby: Prosecutor

William Welch was mad she and her husband were trying to kick him out of their Chicago home. He's being held without bail.

First Human Case of West Nile Virus in Cook County

A woman in her 50s became ill in July.

Algonquin's Evan Jager Becomes First American Man to Medal in Steeplechase Since 1984

Jager, a 2007 graduate of Jacobs High School in Algonquin, will take home a silver medal from the summer Olympics in Rio.

Woman Beaten in Vicious VFW Attack

He knocked a woman down and brandished a piece of broken glass, police said.

Carl Sandburg Marching Eagles Place First at State Fair

Marching band takes top honors at Twilight Parade in Springfield

Driver Charged with DUI in 8 a.m. Crash that Killed Man, Daughter

Three other children were rescued from the car moments before it caught fire.

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Fundraiser for German Shepherd Stabbed in Buffalo Grove Home Invasion

The German Shepherd had to undergo a costly surgery following an Aug. 10 attack. Four family members were also stabbed in the home invasion.

Pit Bull Owner Lied About Dog So Animal Control Would Take It Away: Cops

She lied about her pet dog being a stray because she didn’t want it anymore, police said.

Dogs Declared 'Vicious' After Separate Attacks on Residents, Smaller Dog: Police

Riverside police chief impounds dogs that attacked two residents and killed a small dog in separate incidents.

Pet Relief Room Opens at Midway Airport

Travelers with pets or service animals will have indoor access to relief after new room opens at Midway Airport.

Toddler Shot in the Head in Critical Condition

The 1-year-old Riverdale boy was shot Thursday. He's in Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn.

79-Year-Old Woman Tasered in Attempted Robbery in Glencoe

James M. Ray, of Chicago, was charged with aggravated battery and attempted robbery in the alleged attack Monday afternoon.

'Chicago P.D.' Star Jon Seda Buys Home in Lake View

It's nothing but luxury for the star of the NBC hit drama. Take a look inside.

Song Advocating Domestic Violence Played During Aroldis Chapman's Appearance at Cubs Game

The Chicago Cubs have fired the DJ. But what led to the monumental mishap?

8 Cops in Laquan McDonald Case Should Be Fired: Chicago Police Superintendent

Eddie Johnson will make the recommendation to the Chicago Police Board: Chicago Sun-Times report. Also: Police Dash-Cam Video Shows Shots Fired at Officers in Carjacking Chase

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• Minooka's Striking Bus Drivers Cite Fair Share, Equipment Issues
• Lead Found in 2 Water Fountains at Highland Park Schools
• Yeezy Does It: Kanye West Opens 'Pop-Up Store' in Northbrook
• Activists From Chicago Blamed for Violent Milwaukee Protests
• Chicago Bulls 2016-17 Schedule Released: 5 Must-See Games
• Pokémon Go Benefits Assisted Living Residents with Memory Loss
• Barrington Lawyer is Helping to Handle Prince's Estate

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• Meijer Employee Shows Penis, Then Tries Touching 11-Year-Old Girl: Cops
• Mom Tries to Hide Heroin on Child: Prosecutor
• Loaded .38-Caliber Handgun Found in Backpack at Midway Airport: TSA
• Joliet Man Filmed Up Women's Skirts at Family Carnival: Cops
• Drug Sting Target Nabbed With Fake Whizzinator Penis: Prosecutor
• Niles Wig Company's Ex-Worker Accused of Embezzling More Than $950K From Employer
• Cops Find Glock Hidden in Ice Cube Tray: Prosecutor
• Stickney Man Breaks Elderly Dad's Toe By Beating Him With a Stool: Prosecutor
• ‘Habitual Larcenist’ Nabbed Grabbing Gloves From Dollar Store: Cops
• 73-Year-Old Northbrook Man Pleads Guilty to Child Porn Charge
• 2 Men Charged in Leaf Blower Theft That Led to Search That Delayed Metra Trains

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