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Joliet Officer Erin Zilka, at left, is charged with DUI in a crash that killed Berwyn Officer Charles Schauer.
Joliet Officer Erin Zilka, at left, is charged with DUI in a crash that killed Berwyn Officer Charles Schauer. (Illinois State Police/Berwyn Police Department)

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Cop Charged With DUI 'Completely Devastated' Over Officer's Death

A Joliet police officer is charged with a misdemeanor in connection with the death of an off-duty Berwyn officer. A man faces multiple charges, including two felonies, in connection with an earlier crash that morning.

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Oakbrook Terrace Mayor Resigns Amid Federal Probe

Tony Ragucci submitted his resignation after $60,000 was reportedly seized from his home.

Illinois Native Tevin Coleman Back In Super Bowl, Could Play Even After Injury

The NFL star from the suburbs suffered a dislocated shoulder during the 49ers' win over the Packers — but could he still play in the Super Bowl?

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Arlington Heights' Jimmy Garoppolo, 49ers: Road To Super Bowl LIV

The San Francisco 49ers quarterback and Rolling Meadows HS alum will go up against the Chiefs on Feb. 2 during Super Bowl LIV in Miami.

Former Lincoln-Way East Player Heads To Super Bowl

Nick Allegretti, an offensive guard with the Kansas City Chiefs, will make his first Super Bowl appearance.

Campaign In Honor Of Fallen State Trooper Nets 77 Arrests, 281 Citations

Trooper Chris Lamber was killed one year ago after being hit by a car while responding to a crash.

Squabble Over Money Ends In Shots Fired Outside Walmart: Police

Police said the window of a car was shattered by a bullet after two men got into a dispute over money in the Walmart parking lot.

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