'Like The Storm Clouds Have Parted:' COVID-19 Memorial | PatchPM

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Project Daffodil Memorializes COVID-19 Victims

"Those daffodils are just the harbingers of spring," Kim Mann said. "It makes me feel so hopeful. I feel like the storm clouds have parted."

City To Pay $100k To Settle Accused Shooter's Suit Against Police

Jailed in connection with a 2020 drive-by, Elijah Murphy sued Evanston police over a 2018 arrest on gun charges, which were later dismissed.

Illinois To Lose 1 House Seat After 2020 Census Apportionment

The Midwest grew the slowest of any U.S. region over the last decade, and Illinois was one of only three states to lose population.

Police Shoot Vicious Dog That Attacks Teen

A 14-year-old was bit by a dog early Saturday evening prompting a Morris police officer to shoot and wound the dog, authorities said.

Watchdogs Find La Grange Park Accusations Unfounded

The lawyer who leveled the allegation doesn't want to be "bothered" again, she told the reporter.

Broadview Mayor Reacts To Official's Riverside Arrest

She says she would not interfere with an arrest by a police department.

Leadership Term Limits Legislation Passes House

House Bill 642, which would limit all leadership positions for both parties and both chambers, passed the Illinois House of Representatives.

Bowler Plays Perfect Game With Ball Containing Father's Ashes

An Illinois man says his dad helped him bowl a 300-point game earlier this month, years after his father's death.

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