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Tornadoes Tear Roofs Off | Massive Mall Brawl | Christmas Eve Kidnapping: Illinois Weekend

Cops cleared in man's death | Toddler found wandering in diaper | Christmas Eve stabbing | Car fire spreads to building.

Police said 50 juveniles were part of a brawl at a suburban mall over the weekend.
Police said 50 juveniles were part of a brawl at a suburban mall over the weekend. (Google Maps)

Police say as many as 50 juveniles were part of a brawl at a suburban mall over the weekend, with most fleeing but two facing charges in the incident.

Plus, photos and videos circulating online showed the damage after two tornadoes touched down in Illinois, tearing the roofs off at least nine homes, on Sunday.

Meanwhile, a man with bloody hands was apprehended and charged in a Christmas Eve stabbing.

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Massive Mall Brawl Ends With 2 Teens Arrested: Reports

About 50 minors fighting brought police to a suburban mall on Saturday, where multiple teens reportedly fled, but two were arrested. The police department said it "encourages parents and guardians to remain engaged and aware of their children’s activities, particularly in large public spaces. Open communication and guidance can help reduce the likelihood of conflicts and support a safe, positive environment for shoppers and employees alike."

Tornadoes Tear Roofs Off Homes During Sunday Storms

Videos posted online show the roofs ripped from multiple homes, with reports of downed trees and power lines leaving thousands without electricity.

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Man Charged With Kidnapping, Sexual Assault In Christmas Eve Incident

He's charged with felony kidnapping, three counts of aggravated criminal sexual assault, and aggravated domestic battery.

'No Unlawful Acts' By Police In Death Of Man On Cocaine: State's Attorney

Prior to the man's death, police found him in a gas station bathroom, screaming and "acting erratically," with the toilet detached from the wall, flooding the floor, authorities said. He gave officers his name and told them he had taken cocaine that was "probably laced," according to officials.

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Boy, 2, Found Running Through Parking Lot In Diaper, Socks: Police

The boy's mother was charged with endangering the life of a child in connection with the incident at an interim housing center.

Man Stabbed On Christmas Eve: Police

A man with bloody hands was arrested on felony charges and taken to jail, authorities said.

Semi Crash Near 80-55 Interchange Snarls Traffic For Hours: Police

The semi lost control and hit a passenger car, causing the truck to veer left, strike a temporary construction barrier wall and roll over.

Woman Killed In Weekend Crash

She was pronounced dead Saturday, shortly before midnight, at a suburban hospital.

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Vehicle Fire Extends To Commercial Building: Police

With fears of it spreading, crews contained the fire to the vehicle where it began and the exterior portion of the building, officials said.

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