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Husband, Wife Dead After Boat On Fox River Travels Over 70 Feet Onto Land, Strikes House

State officials say a husband and wife in their 60s died after a boat traveling "very fast" on the Fox River ran aground.>>Read More.

Illinois Assault Weapon Owners Can Now Register Grandfathered Guns

Owners of assault weapons or .50 caliber rifles and ammunition have until the end of the year to submit affidavits to Illinois State Police.>>Read More.

104-Year-Old Skydiver Jumps Her Way Into Record Book

It was her second skydiving expedition. The first time, she was 100.>>Read More.

Woman Killed By Police Identified, GoFundMe Set Up

"It is known at this time prior to Alivia's final moments that she reached out to the suicide hotline for help in the state of mind she was in. Alivia was working with different medical programs and facilities to lead her on a maintainable and enjoyable life with her children.">>Read More.


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