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Massive Marijuana Bust After Minor Traffic Stop | PatchPM

Ex-husband wanted in killings | Stolen cash tossed | Students spread kindness | Beloved store closing | Teacher sentenced | Racist post

The driver had his wipers on but not his headlights, leading to a traffic stop and a huge weed bust.
The driver had his wipers on but not his headlights, leading to a traffic stop and a huge weed bust. (Will County Sheriff's Office)

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$600K Worth Of Weed, Meth Seized By Police

A deputy parked along I-80 spotted the California RV "with the windshield wipers turned on because of the rain but the vehicle did not have its headlights on as required by law" and stopped the vehicle, leading to the bust.

Ex-Husband Killed Buffalo Grove Couple: Police

Police have identified the husband and wife shot to death Sunday night in a Buffalo Grove condominium parking garage.

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Cash Tossed From Car After Bank Robbery: FBI

Authorities reported that most of the money stolen was recovered after the suspect tossed it from a car.

Local Students Spread Kindness One Coffee Sleeve At A Time

Students' artwork and uplifting messages are on coffee sleeves at a local Starbucks.

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Beloved Store Closing All Locations

This summer, the owners lamented the advent of Amazon and its impact on local businesses.

Teacher Who Failed To Report Child Abuse Sentenced

A former elementary school teacher has been sentenced for failing to report suspected sex abuse of a student.

Students Disciplined After 'Racially Insensitive' Post

The post was reportedly a Craigslist ad that showed a photo of a black student and read, "Slave for Sale."


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