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Cause Of Death Unknown Of Teen Who Collapsed At Naperville Choir Event

The 17-year-old collapsed at the event and was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. The coroner told Patch he does not expect the cause of death to be determined for several weeks.>>Read More.

Mountain Lion Hit, Killed By Car On I-88

The crash was originally called in as a car vs. deer accident, but it turned out the animal was a mountain lion — not known to frequent Illinois since the 1870s.>>>Read More.

Alderman Accidentally Shoots Self While Cleaning Gun: Report

The alderman, who has a valid FOID and has reportedly worked as a firearms instructor, told a local news outlet that he was helping a neighbor clean the gun when it happened.>>Read More.

Bears' Plans For Arlington Park Could Be Rejected By Board: Mayor

While a pre-development agreement with the team appears to be moving forward to a vote next month, Mayor Thomas Hayes said Monday night it doesn't guarantee the football team will be calling Arlington Heights home in the future.>>>Read More.


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