Carjacker Kidnapped Woman At Gunpoint, Beat Victim With Weapon: Cops | Illinois PatchPM

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Man Accused Of Stealing Car At Gunpoint, Attacking Driver

Prosecutors say a woman was parked in her car when the man opened her car door, grabbed her phone and "pointed a small black pistol at her head." He's also accused of beating her over the head with the gun while screaming obscenities at her, ordering her to get out.>>Read More.

Shot Fired During Neighbor Dispute, 1 Arrested: Cops

A man was taken into custody and a shelter-in-place was lifted following the incident.>>Read More.

Coyote Bites Dog In Suburban Park: Police

A man told police that a coyote bit his dog while walking in a local park, according to officials.>>Read More.

Teachers, Staff Vote To Authorize Strike

Staff have been working without a contract for two weeks.>>Read More.

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