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Miss a day, miss a lot: Man unaware he had a bullet in his head / Video stings camera peeper / Train riders ignore woman's brutal beating.
Mean Tweets Video Incites More Mean Tweets
Viral video meant to raise awareness of what female sports journalists go through every day instead brought out even more hate.
Columbus Day Dumped for Indigenous Peoples' Day in Evanston
Second Monday in October will honor native tribes instead of European immigrants in Chicago suburb.
DC Comics Won't Let Mom Sell Superhero Book About Disabled Son
A 5K will be held Sunday, May 1 in Romeoville to raise money for her son and other disabled kids.
Already Jailed For Rape and Intimidation, Joliet Man Adds Kidnapping to Resume: Cops
New charges were filed against a Joliet man already locked up for allegedly raping and blackmailing a teen, and assaulting other children.
Bullet Lodged in Head Can't Stop Wounded Man From Walking and Talking: Cops
He didn’t know he had a bullet in his head until after he got to the hospital.
Hidden Camera Catches Arlington Heights Man Accused of Taking Nude Videos of Neighbor
The neighbor's husband set up his own video surveillance sting operation to catch the alleged voyeur.
Good Samaritan Law Violated: 2 Men Do Nothing as Teen Girl Beaten Up on CTA Blue Line
The DePaul University student says the bystanders just sat and watched as she was pushed to the floor and bit on the hand.
Freddie Gray White Sox Joke on Twitter Inspires Anger, Disgust
Chicago media personality Bruce Wolf happy he lit up Twitter, feels bad he hurt feelings, says he just wants to be loved.
Prince Received Life-Saving 'Narcan' Shot in Illinois: Report
Illinois paramedics revived the famed singer-songwriter when he landed in Moline a week before his death, records and sources indicate.
Arson Charges Filed for RoomPlace Warehouse Fire in Woodridge
A disgruntled employee faces federal charges in connection with the massive April 21 fire.
'Best Night of My Life': 2 North Suburban Girls Dance With Justin Bieber (VIDEO)
Jordyn Shapiro, of Highland Park, and Hannah Ohel, of Long Grove, talk about sharing a stage for one night with the pop star.
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It's Alive! Chicago Botanic Garden's Latest Corpse Flower Blooms (VIDEO)
The garden will have special hours Tuesday and Wednesday to let visitors get a whiff of the rare plant's foul smell.
Oak Forest Cop Charged in Stabbing of 17-Year-Old Boy
Arthur Roman, a resident of Tinley Park, was in California with his brother when an altercation took place on the street with a teen.
LaQuon Treadwell Picked by Minnesota Vikings in NFL Draft
The former Crete-Monee High School standout was selected with the 23rd pick in the draft.
Janson's Italian Beef and Banana Milkshakes Make 'Chicago's Best'
Beverly's nostalgic Janson's Drive-In to be featured on WGN's "Chicago's Best" on May 22.
'I Changed Your Pampers', Woman Says as She Grabs Gun from Kid
The woman is unimpressed with the boy's bravado, as she pulls the gun from his hands and tells him to go tell his mother that she has it.
Sex Offender Pastor Allegedly Abused Girl in Church
The 39-year-old North Aurora pastor was previously convicted of aggravated criminal sexual abuse.
Eddy 'The Chief' Clearwater to Enter Blues Hall of Fame
The longtime Skokie resident will be enshrined in Memphis during a May 4 ceremony.
Former Wheaton College Student Pleads Guilty to Video Recording Women in Shower
Alexander Lim installed a camera in the woman's washroom at a campus-owned apartment.
Alderman Uses N-Word in Critique of Rahm Emanuel
17th Ward representative David Moore used the word to describe Emanuel’s view of blacks after firing of Principal Troy LaRaviere.
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Residents Think Hassert Blvd. is Named After Dennis Hastert
Mayors of both Bolingbrook and Naperville are trying to teach people the difference.
Kendall County Judge Wants to Know Name of Hastert Victim
The judge said he needs to know if he must recuse himself from the case. With: Dennis Hastert Sentenced to 15 Months in Prison
Councilman Larry Hug called a man a “spic,” ripped the Marines and made fun of Channahon’s last two mayors, the witness said.
Couldn't Buy Ravinia Tickets Online? Venue Blames Payment Processing Firm
Early morning errors frustrate many fans hoping to purchase concert seats for the upcoming season.
Rush Calls Out Amazon for Excluding African-American ZIP Codes from Same-Day Delivery
U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush sends scathing letter to Amazon to address "redlining" of minority neighborhoods; calls for federal investigation.
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- Woman Falsely Accuses 2 People of Robbing Her Because She Was Mad at Their Friend: Cops
- Skokie Man Shot While Teaching Concealed Carry Class
- Passed Out Woman Found in Park With Bare Buttocks Exposed: Cops
- School Shooting Threat Found in Joliet West Bathroom Stall
- Former Cop Charged With Impersonating Cop
- Police Investigate Threat Made Against Students at Glenbard West
- Hoosier Pride: Bank Robber Wears Indiana University Hoodie
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