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Girl, 1, Killed By Dog In Illinois: Reports

Family members said the pit bull/Patterdale terrier mix attacked the girl after she got too close to its food bowl.

Young North Side Chicagoans Driving Spike In City COVID-19 Cases

Mayor Lori Lightfoot says a disturbing trend in coronavirus cases, hospitalizations could impact lifting social distance restrictions.

Parents Allege Cover-Up Of Reopening Plans: Lawsuit

"Our lawsuit was a last resort after months of arrogant dismissals," district parent Brad Wacther said in a news release.

Man Receives Nearly $30K For 'Hero Arm'

In under 24 hours, Hector Rubio, nearly reached his $30,000 goal needed to purchase a prosthetic arm after an accident lead to amputation.

Pritzker In Favor Of Passport To Show COVID-19 Vaccination Status

The governor said Wednesday a vaccination app would be useful, but should not be required to enter an event or facility.

65 Hate Crimes Occurred In Illinois In 2019, The FBI Reports

The crimes were motivated by race, ethnicity or ancestry; gender identity; religious affiliation; disability or sexual orientation.

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• Medieval Times Reopens Next Month In Schaumburg
• Parents Allege Cover-Up Of Reopening Plans: Lawsuit
• Nose Knows: Eagle Scout Project Trains CPD's Bomb Sniffing Dogs
• 65 Hate Crimes Occurred In Illinois In 2019, The FBI Reports
• Lawmakers Move To Lift Rent Control Ban In Illinois
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