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More Retailers Closing Illinois Stores

One chain's closures are part of a cost-reduction strategy aimed at providing a boost to the struggling fashion retailer. Another company announced three of its Illinois stores will close.

Naval Station 'Gate Runner' Was Base Employee

The worker "did not follow directions of the gate sentry" at the Naval Station Great Lakes, prompting a lockdown and evacuation.

City Settles With Northwestern Grad Who Sued Firefighters

It will cost $25,000 to resolve a lawsuit accusing first responders of dragging, dropping and punching a man having a mental health crisis.

Man On Probation For Robbing Bank Charged In Bank Robbery

The former high school football player was identified after tipsters recognized his photo from news reports, the FBI said. He recently served 2½ years in federal prison for taking part in another series of bank robberies.

Grain Bin Rescue 'Was A Success'

"He's out and he's feeling good," the fire chief told Patch.

Thief Steals Weed From 'Cannabis Amnesty Box' At Midway: Police

New boxes with better theft prevention are expected to be installed in coming weeks, police said.

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• Carjackers Caught
• Coyote-Feeding Woman Cited Again: Report
• Dog Left Out In Cold: Police
• Running Car Stolen From Driveway
• Homophobic Slur Spray Painted, Rainbow Flag Stolen From Church

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