Man Drove Through Playground After Fighting Cops: PD | PatchPM

Here are the stories trending across Illinois on Thursday night.

Man Drove Through Playground After Fighting, Fleeing Cops: Prosecutors

After punching one cop and pushing another, prosecutors said "he then entered a playground with that vehicle and passed through the park before getting back onto the roadway," and "almost struck pedestrians while doing so.">>Read More.

GUILTY: Slain Mom Shot 7 Times As Toddler Sat In Car Seat

A suburban barber was found guilty of fatally shooting a young mom while her 2-year-old child was strapped in a car seat behind her.>>Read More.

Massive Cricket Stadium, Hotel Proposed For Suburb

"This is such an odd project for our village," a woman who lives near the proposed facility told Patch.>Read More.

Man Pleads Guilty To Hate Crime In UpRising Vandalism Case

The vandalism occurred on the same day that a "family friendly" drag show was planned at the now-closed bakery.>>Read More.

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