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Woman set on fire on train | Brush fire burns 14 acres | Man sentenced for shooting pregnant woman

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Here are the stories trending across Illinois on Tuesday night.

14-Year-Old Girl Killed; IL Man Charged With Murder, Sex Assault: Police

State police say they are "aware of a post on social media concerning" the girl's death after her body was reportedly found in an RV behind the home where she lived.>>Read More.

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Woman Set On Fire On Train After Man Pours Liquid On Her, Lights It: Police

Police said the woman was involved in a verbal argument with a man when he poured the liquid on her and ignited it. No one has been arrested in connection with the incident.>>Read More.

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Brush Fire — Fueled By Strong Winds — Burns Through 15 Acres: Authorities

Due to strong winds, additional fire departments with woodland firefighting crews and equipment were called to the scene, and it took firefighters 1.5 hours to get the blaze under control.>>Read More.

Man Sentenced In Shooting Of Pregnant Woman

The woman delivered her baby after she was taken to the hospital, authorities said.>>Read More.


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