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"Let's get him home so he can get a bath," police said in a post on Facebook.
"The Parks and Recreation Department is not just employees; we are a family," the department writes online.
Anyone wanting to attend should register online or by phone by Jan. 1, as walk-ins will not be admitted, officials said.
Police don't believe 47-year-old Yinyan Gao was involved in any larger prostitution ring, calling her activities "isolated."
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National Visit the Zoo Day on Thurs., Dec. 27, is also Raja the elephant's birthday. It's is a perfect time to visit the Saint Louis Zoo.
"This is a great opportunity to foster positive relationships between youths and officers," officials said.
"It is always a great time helping the students pick out gifts for their family members, and this year was no different," officials said.
"...Showing up at a house unannounced with 15 police offices can be a little scary...," police said. Luckily, Santa vouched for them.
Jonas Salk Elementary student Arijah Mendoza was working on a card for her stepdad when he surprised her in class last week.
Labra allegedly lied to investors, telling them the IRS had seized their money. She faces a maximum 65 years in prison if convicted.
The American Public Works Association, Fox Valley branch, commended the plan for construction management and environmental considerations.