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Family Dollar, With 112 IL Locations, To Close Hundreds Of Stores

The company said it is rolling out a new model for new and renovated Family Dollar stores, which will bring “significantly improved merchandise offerings,” including adult beverages.

Bullying Caused 11-Year-Old's Suicide Attempt, Mom Says

An 11-year-old boy from Bronzeville has been put on life support after his mother said he was bullied at his school by both students and teachers.

Man Crushed To Death After Drunken Dumpster Diving: Police

The man jumped into a dumpster after a night of drinking, police said.

Schock's Charges Dropped In Exchange For $68K Repayment

The former congressman agreed to repay tens of thousands in campaign funds used to redecorate his office in a "Downton Abbey" theme.

No Cook County Charges For Possessing Up To 30 Grams Of Marijuana

Prosecutors will clear convictions for cannabis misdemeanors and won't charge more barring "special circumstances," the new policy states.

FBI Raids Police Department: Cops, Family Members Of Officials Face Federal Charges

Two police officers and family members of two high-ranking Harvey officials face charges including conspiracy to commit extortion.

Ripper Crew Member Who Killed Elmhurst Woman To Be Freed

A member of the Chicago Ripper Crew that terrorized the area in the 1980s is set to be released from prison this month after serving half his sentence in a brutal murder.

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