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Man With Gun Drives Smoking Car To Gas Station, Gets Indicted

The Milwaukee man told officers he needed the gun for protection after being shot 12 times, according to a Bannockburn police report.

Large Pritzker Lead Over Rauner In Illinois Governor's Race: Poll

Sixteen points separate Gov. Bruce Rauner and Democratic challenger JB Pritzker with 10 weeks to go before election day, according to a new poll.

Boy, 13, Robs Mom, Son At Gunpoint In Shoe Sale Setup: Aurora PD

Police say the boy arranged to buy sneakers from the woman and then pulled a handgun, demanding her purse and cash.

Duck Rescued From Grille Of Car At Homewood Library

Watch as firefighters take little time to free a duck who found a way into the grille of a woman's car in Homewood.

Libertyville War Veteran Awarded Congressional Gold Medal

Howard Pollari, 93, was bestowed with the honor last week. Pollari served in World War II.

Sister Mary Jo Has Always Been A Sensation At Marian Catholic

The world is learning just now what those at Marian Catholic High School have known all along: The greatness of Sister Mary Jo Sobieck.

City Of Lights Ukulele Festival To Debut In Aurora

The festival will celebrate all things ukulele with sing-alongs, performances, and an open mic.

Chicago Man Convicted Of Killing Oak Forest Girl, 3, In 2013

A Cook County jury took 7 hours to reach its verdict late Monday against Jessie Rodriguez, 48.

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