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Ashes Of Illinois Woman's Dad Thrown In Garbage: Lawsuit

"It was reported that the contents were thought to be kitchenware and thrown in the trash," the lawsuit alleges.

Man Stabs Fellow Bus Passenger In Eye: Police

Police said he fell asleep on a fellow passenger and attacked when the passenger tried to push him off.

Hundreds Of Firefighters Battle Fire In West Loop Metal Plant

The extra-alarm fire broke out at the American Nickel Works Company.

Last Officer Wounded In Aurora Shooting Home From Hospital

The officer, who suffered a wound to a lower extremity in Friday's shooting, is recovering with his family.

Disputed KKK Chapter, Village Removed From 'Hate Map'

The SPLC said it found more active hate groups than ever, but it no longer believes a Ku Klux Klan branch is based in Lake County.

87-Year-Old Crashes Into Pepe's Restaurant

A patron inside the restaurant said she narrowly missed being hit.

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