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

Bodycam Of Will Co. Deputies Fatally Shooting Grandfather Released

Police initially said Eldred Wells Sr., 70, had been stabbed by his grandson, who was also killed in the shooting. It took five months for authorities to acknowledge he'd been shot by deputies.>>Read More.

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Man Gets 50 Years In Oak Brook Road Rage Killing

"In a complete display of disregard for public safety, (he) opened fire during rush hour on a crowded highway and murdered a man he had never met simply because he could not control his anger," officials said. >>>Read More.

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Victim Lied About Being Robbed At Gunpoint During Sale: Police

Officials said the supposed victim in the incident "changed his story" after contacting police, admitting he was selling prescription pills, not a phone, and that he never saw a gun.>>Read More.

Suburban Woman Faces Felony, Misdemeanors After Soccer Fight: Cops

Police said a fight broke out among fans who were watching the World Cup at the bar, and that the suburban woman had a loaded gun on her when she was arrested.>>>Read More.


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