Retired Priest No Longer Charged With DUI In Fatal Crash | PM

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DUI Charge Dropped Against Retired Orland Priest

The retired pastor is no longer charged with aggravated DUI in the death of 61-year-old Margaret "Rone" Leja.

Gas Station Employee Accused Of Stealing Illinois Lotto Tickets

Police said the woman stole numerous scratch-off lottery tickets and redeemed winners for $7,000.

5 Chicago-Area Catholic Schools To Soon Close

The Archdiocese of Chicago announced Monday the schools will close due to financial difficulties and low enrollment.

Body Of Missing Woman Found In Trunk Of Her Car

She was reported missing on New Year's Day.

Attempted Burglars Cut Hole In Roof Of Business: Cops

The business owner said police arrived before the would-be crooks even know the alarm had been tripped.

Bernie Sanders Tweets About Joliet Union Vote

Cresco Labs is a marijuana production facility located in Joliet.

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