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No Retrial For Convicted Killer After Twin's Confession

The judge said he didn't find the confession credible and cited the brothers' history of using their identical looks to try to fool others.

Teen Accused Of Uber Machete Murder Could Avoid Cook County Jail

A lawyer for Eliza Wasni, accused of hacking Grant Nelson of Wilmette to death, requested she remain in juvenile detention after turning 18.

H-F Principal Accuses Students Of 'Gang Activity' In Letter

Several Homewood-Flossmoor High School parents were required to attend a meeting about "gang activity" they say never occurred.

Scenes For TV Series Being Filmed In Yorkville

ACA Productions will be filming scenes for the pilot episode of "The Dryver" beginning Oct. 26.

Lincolnwood Fire Chief, Deputies Named In Sex Harassment Lawsuit

A former firefighter's lawsuit claims the Lincolnwood Fire Department tolerated pervasive sexist harassment and on-duty drug abuse.

Chicago In Top 20 'Best Places For Halloween' List: WalletHub

WalletHub released its 2018's Best Places for Halloween report Wednesday, which includes Chicago in the top 20.

Pritzkers Sought To Keep Wealth From Jury In Construction Lawsuit

"Feel sorry for his guys who will be on the unemployment line!" said Mrs. Pritzker of the contractor later awarded $1 million.

• PLUS: Pritzker Staffers Speak Out About Racial Discrimination Lawsuit

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Kevin Dugar (left) and his twin brother, Karl Smith (Photos via the Illinois Department of Corrections)