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Illinois Speaker Wants Stephen Douglas Portrait, Statue Gone

"Removing these images does not erase our history, but it is one more step in ... creating a better Illinois for everyone," Madigan said.

Police Had Prior Contact With Family Before Girl's Death

A cause of death has not yet been determined for a 6-year-old who was found unresponsive in her home.

2 Lifeguards At Recently Reopened Diagnosed With Coronavirus

The lifeguards worked separate shifts at the recently reopened pool.

Man Charged In Toddler's Beating Death

The Department of Children and Family Services is reportedly investigating the child's family.

IL Coronavirus Update: Daily New Cases Double Since Last Friday

Illinois saw more than 1,300 new cases on Friday, the most since June 2.

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• Naper Settlement To Reopen

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