'Worst Ordeal' Of His Life: Man Survives Coma, COVID-19 | PatchPM

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After 3 Months In Hospital With COVID-19, Illinois Man Speaks Out

"It's the worst ordeal I've ever had to go through," Rich Kulovany says of his near-fatal battle with coronavirus.

‘Suspicious’ Fire Guts Former Roller Skating Rink

It happened Thursday night.

Woman Takes Pre-Schoolers' Power Wheels Car: Police

Police are asking the public to ID a woman caught on camera stealing two toddlers' Power Wheels.

Trial Set For Religious Elders Accused Of Not Reporting Sex Abuse

The local Jehovah Witnesses' elders are accused of failing to report to police the sexual abuse of a girl.

Amazon TV Show Films Near Police Station

It's only the latest TV show to film in the suburb.

Restaurant: What's Worse, No Customers Or Having No Help?

"The entire state and the entire country is looking for employees," a suburban restaurant owner said. "Our entire state is looking for people and help."

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• Man Admits To Pouring Gasoline On Woman, Lighting Her On Fire
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