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Home Invasion, Sex Assault: Disturbing Details Released

A felon who once threw a Molotov cocktail into a grocery store is now accused in a disturbing attack on a 19-year-old woman and her teenage brother. Police say he was carrying rope, heavy-duty duct tape, pepper spray, bear repellent and items of a sexual nature when he committed the crime.

Lakeshore Flood Advisory In Effect

Waves up to 11 feet tall could sweep Lake Michigan's shoreline, according to the National Weather Service.

Chicago Among Worst Cities For Dog Attacks On Postal Workers

Dog attacks on postal workers fell nationwide in 2018. Here’s what happened in Chicago.

12-Year-Old Boy Reported Missing

Lapharis Moore, 12, was last seen on April 4.

Conviction Of Man Who Killed Underage Girlfriend In Jeopardy: Court

An Illinois Appeals Court was shocked by the Joliet defense attorney's performance representing Eric Maya, who was sentenced to 122 years for murdering 15-year-old Briana Valle and shooting Valle's mother.

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• Cop 'Justified' In Shooting Man Who Pointed Pellet Gun
• Security Guard Faces Public Indecency Charge
• Residency Requirement For State Workers Passes Senate
• Money Laundering Charges Added In College Admissions Scandal
• Dog Beach Stays Closed Another Year
• Dog Trapped In Burning Home Rescued
• Body Recovered From Lake Michigan
• Burglar Stole Jewelry, Guns: Cops

Across America

• Abortion Foes Mount Direct Roe v. Wade Challenges
• 5-Month-Old Baby Dies Waiting For Liver Transplant

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