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Timmothy Pitzen: Tip Claims Missing Boy Found 8 Years Later

Aurora detectives are reportedly headed to Ohio to assist the FBI with the case. Timmothy Pitzen has been missing since May 2011 after his mother was found dead of an apparent suicide.

Chicago Elects First Black Woman, Openly Gay Person As Mayor

"You created a movement for change," Lightfoot said after becoming the first black woman to be elected mayor of Chicago.

Wrong-Way Driver Who Killed Trooper Had No License, 70 Tickets

"This case is outrageous:" The man blamed for the death of Trooper Gerald Ellis also had multiple DUIs and no valid license since 1996.

3rd Man Charged With Murder Of Cop John Rivera

Three people face murder charges after an off-duty police officer was fatally shot in River North.

Chicago One Of 1st Cities In World To Get 5G Service

Verizon has begun its rollout of 5G cell service in downtown Chicago.

Mayor Takes Back Seat In Suburban Race

Gary Grasso previously served two terms as the village's mayor.

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