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Man shot by would-be car thief | $4M lottery ticket sold | Accused child sex abuser on the run for 7 years

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Serial Bank Robber Dubbed ‘Bare Chested Bandit’ Robs 3 Banks: FBI

Although he wore a different disguise for each bank heist, the FBI said it's the first time in recent memory that a suspect has changed clothes on public transportation.>Read More.

Man Shot During Attempted Vehicle Theft

The man interrupted someone trying to steal his car from in his driveway, police said.>>Read More.

$4.1M Lottery Ticket Sold In Chicago Suburbs

"While I have no idea who the winner is, I really hope it's one of our regular customers," the owner of the store that sold the ticket said.>>Read More.

Man On Run For 7 Years Charged With Sexual Abuse Of Child: Police

Police believe he fled the country when they obtained an arrest warrant in 2017. This time, he was released following his arrest and is due back in court in November.>>Read More.


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