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Reckless Homicide Charges Filed In Girl's Death

Joseph Kucharski, 51, of Naperville is charged with fatally striking Beth Dunlap, 17, outside of Downers Grove North.

Man Found Dead In Burning Home Was Stabbed To Death

The body of James Kerrigan, 78, was found inside a burning home. Authorities say he had been stabbed. His death has been ruled a homicide.

Here Are The Officers Wounded In The Aurora Mass Shooting

Reynaldo Rivera, James Zegar, John Cebulski, Marco Gomez, Adam Miller and Diego Avila faced off against the gunman at Henry Pratt.

Family Tied Up, Robbed At Gunpoint

Four men are accused of leading three police departments on a high-speed chase and crashing into two cars after the armed robbery.

R. Kelly Still In Jail, Attorney Says He's Making Arrangements To Pay Bail

The singer pleaded not guilty to sexual abuse charges and his attorney said various financial woes have stopped him from posting bond.

5 Dogs Confiscated, Owner Goes To Jail

The dogs were kept outside in frigid weather and covered with urine and feces, according to Joliet Police.

Student Documents Cafeteria Food With Mold, Foreign Objects

The "Ike Prison Food" Instagram page documents the meals students at the high school are given.

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