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Share-worthy stories from the Illinois Patch network to talk about tonight:

'Shaking' Caged Dog Rescued From Illinois Lake

A fisherman found her floating in an Illinois lake last weekend — and now he wants to give her a forever home.

Missing Teen Last Seen Leaving Party: Sheriff

The teen left a party over the weekend and hasn't been seen or heard from since, the sheriff's office reported.

Mall Will Not Be Open Overnight Black Friday

The shopping center joins other area mall that will open and close on Thanksgiving and then reopen again on Black Friday morning.

State Rep Urges Gov To Cancel Holiday Gala, Focus On DCFS Woes

He says the Department of Children and Family Services needs an overhaul following AJ Freund’s death.

Second Woman Groped On Old Plank Road Trail: Cops

This time, police say they have photos of the suspect.

Man Found Dead In Illinois River Near Starved Rock

Police are investigating the death of 37-year-old man near Starved Rock State Park.

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