Old Man to Crook: Drop My Wallet! Patch PM

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

88-Year-Old Man Orders Pickpocket to Drop the Wallet He Lifted: Police

An 88-year-old man stopped a pickpocket from taking off with his wallet while he was shopping at a Lake Bluff grocery store.

Chicago Hacker to Admit Guilt in Nude Celeb Pix Case; Is What He Did a Sex Crime?

The Chicago hacker responsible for an internet scheme allowing him to illegally access more than 300 online accounts — including the accounts of celebrities such as Jennifer Lawrence and Kirsten Dunst — is headed to court next week to formally plead guilty and face sentencing.

Tickets for Donald Trump's Bolingbrook Fundraiser Going for $250K

Want to attend a Donald Trump fundraiser? Be ready to plunk down at least $1,000, or maybe as much as $250,000.

Grieving Mom Marks Anniversary of Daughter's Death with Random Acts of Kindness

Amy Turner has an idea for you, and all it takes is a little thoughtfulness.

'America's Got Talent' Judges Give Northbrook Teen Opera Singer a Standing Ovation (VIDEO)

The judges of America's Got Talent, as well as the live audience, gave a Northbrook teen a standing ovation after she performed her rendition of "Pie Jesu" during the show's semifinal round.

Also Worth a Look Today

• Sledgehammer-Swinging Suspect in Target Smash and Grab Arrested: Police
• President Obama Reduces Sentences of 8 Illinois Convicts
• Witness Testifies He Saw Palatine Teen After Hearing Gunshot on Night of Double Murder
• These 23 Hate Groups are Operating in Illinois: Southern Poverty Law Center
• Woman Who Has Dedicated Life to Children With Special Needs Seriously Injured in Crash
• Review: 'Kinky Boots' a Rousing Show that Highlights Our Differences, Similarities
• Everything You Need to Know about Frankfort Fall Fest 2016

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