9-Year-Old Slain After Neighbor Complains About Noise | IL PatchPM

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Neighbor Shot 9-Year-Old In The Head As Her Dad Rushed To Help: Docs

Goodman approached the child as her father shouted out to ask the man what he was doing, according to authorities, who said Goodman ignored the question, following the little girl toward the vestibule of her apartment building before shooting her in the head. Goodman was shot as the girl's father tackled him.>>Read More.

Assault Charges Filed After Man Claims To Be Ex-FBI Agent: Police

According to police, the suspect told the person they were retired from the FBI and then demanded the person show their green card.>>Read More.

Ex-Illinois Man Missing In Florida

"(The boyfriend) didn't give any indication it was unusual. In fact, he tried to alleviate any fears that there was anything suspicious," the chief said. "Very early on, because of the suspicious nature and the willful deceptive nature of the initial call, foul play was suspected.">Read More.

Rats Beware: Police Pilot Feral Cat Program To Address Rodents

Officials have had enough of rats and rodents in the village, so much so they're sending cats out on a mission to fix the issue.>>Read More.

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