Ski-Masked Man Leads Wild Police Chase, 3 Rescued From Balcony During Fire, Food Pantry Furor: IL News

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Man In Ski Mask Leads Police On Chase, Crashes Into Car: Cops

The vehicle's occupants were all wearing ski masks, police were told, as the vehicle fled "at a high rate of speed." The vehicle ultimately crashed into another car and stopped shortly after, officials said.

3 Rescued From Balcony During Apartment Fire As Man Drops To The Ground

Seven tenants were treated for injuries, and a man, woman and child had to be rescued from the balcony.

Doctor Lied That Patients Had Cancer, Defrauded Insurance Companies: Prosecutors

A local physician has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for billing Medicaid and private insurers for nonexistent and unnecessary services.

Township Accuses Village Of 'Animus Against Homeless Population': Village Responds

The township, which hopes to build a new food pantry and resource center, says the Village's denial of the application for zoning relief violates the Illinois Bill of Rights for the Homeless Act.

Festival Food Lineup Is Revealed: Which Ones Are Your Favorites?

Pizza, fish and chips, famous firefighter corn, tacos, gyros, shaved ice and more — plus a sampler item — awaits guests this year.

Unauthorized Dirt Bike On Road Hit By Pickup Truck; Man, 19, Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries

Police say a 19-year-old man on an E Ride Pro electric off-road dirt bike collided with a Ford F-150 pickup truck, driven by a 40-year-old woman.

Sprinkler System Accident Causes $250K In Damage At Rec Center: Report

The sprinkler system erroneously triggered, releasing 500 gallons of water in the building.

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