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Boy, 3, Killed When Relative Backs Over Him | Illinois PatchPM

200 players, cheerleaders suspended over player skipping grades | House explosion | Haunted house guide

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

Boy, 3, Dies After Family Member Accidentally Runs Him Over: Police

Authorities say an adult family member was moving vehicles when the incident occurred so that other children could play basketball in the driveway at the home. The boy rode his bicycle behind the vehicle while she was backing a car out, and the woman said she did not see him.>>>Read More.

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Youth Football Coach Says Adult Heads Prevailed in Compromise

After 200 Cougars players and cheerleaders were suspended over a 13-year-old academically advanced player, the league changed its ruling.>>Read More.

Probe Underway After Explosion, Fire At Suburban Home

An explosion and fire at a home led to authorities shutting down roadways surrounding the area Monday evening.>>Read More.

Illinois Haunted House Guide 2022

Here are some places to scare up some fun this Halloween.>>>Read More.


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