9-Year-Old Charged In Arson Murders 'Not A Monster:' Mom | PM

Share-worthy stories from the Illinois Patch network to talk about tonight:

Mother Of 9-Year-Old Charged With 5 Counts Of Murder Says He's Not A Monster

The family of a 9-year-old boy accused of arson and five counts of first-degree murder is speaking to the media.

6-Time Criminal Sues For Right To Own Gun

His crimes date back to a 1993 burglary.

New Amazon Center For Channahon Means 500-Plus Jobs

Amazon said it is creating more than 500 new, full-time jobs, starting at $15 an hour with comprehensive benefits on day one.

Village Manager Under Investigation In Hit-And-Run

The crash left a pedestrian critically injured.

Man Threatened County Clerk Employees: Police

The man was upset about his polling place being relocated and threatened an employee's life, police said.

Chicago Marathon Owners Use 'Crowd Science' To Keep Track Of Runners Along The Race Course

With such huge crowds coming out for the second-largest marathon in the world, organizers want to know exactly where the runners are.

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