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

Man With Gas Can Taped To Chest Fatally Shot By Waukegan PD: Coroner

An officer was attempting to put out a fence fight when officials say he was approached by a man armed with a hammer and knife and with a gas can taped to his chest.>>>Read More.

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Highland Park's Cooper Roberts Off Feeding Tube, IV, Races Wheelchair

The 8-year-old boy who was paralyzed in the July 4 parade mass shooting is able to enjoy his favorite snacks and is in better spirits.>>Read More.

Mystery Illness Killing Michigan Dogs Not Yet Seen In Illinois

The disease has been killing dogs within days, Michigan health officials reported.>>Read More.

'CTA Subway Pusher' Arrested: Police

On Aug. 5, Chicago police released disturbing video of a man, since identified as Stamps, crossing paths with the 26-year-old man and then shoving him off the platform.>>>Read More.


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