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Algae bloom | Pregnant woman decapitated | Brookfield Zoo damaged by storm

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Here are the news stories trending across Illinois on Tuesday night:

3 Children Drowned, Father Charged After Police Chase

Police said the man led troopers on a chase before plunging off a bridge in his vehicle. His children, ages 5, 3 and 2, were found dead.>>>Read More.

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Algae Deadly To Dogs, Toxic To People May Be Back In Illinois Lakes

"If pets experience symptoms that may be the result of exposure, contact a veterinarian immediately," the state health department said.>>Read More.

Pregnant Woman Decapitated; Was Due To Give Birth In July, Police Say

Liese Dodd's family expected to be planning her baby shower this month. Instead, they are planning her funeral.>>>Read More.

Brookfield Zoo Damaged In Storm

Brookfield Zoo delayed its opening until 1 p.m. Tuesday to allow the grounds crew to clean up after the zoo sustained extensive damage in Monday's storm.>>>Read More.


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