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Share-worthy stories from the Illinois Patch network to talk about tonight:

Chicago Police Officers Honored For Saving Man From Icy Lake

The man fell into Lake Michigan while trying to save his dog and became trapped. The officers saved his life and it was caught on video.

Fix The FOID Act Aims To Fix Cracks In Gun Licensing Laws After Aurora Mass Shooting

The bill hopes to improve gun licensing laws in Illinois to prevent violent offenders like Aurora shooter Gary Martin from getting guns.

Hootie And The Blowfish Drummer Donates Drum Kit To Naper Settlement

Hootie and the Blowfish drummer Jim Sonefeld graduated from Naperville Central.

Man Who Stabbed His 80-Year-Old Mother To Death Won't Be Released

A Cook County judge said he wasn't convinced the man, who stabbed his mother and slashed a police officer's vest, was ready for outpatient care for multiple reasons.

56-Cent Cake Slices At Portillo's: Today Only

Celebrate the hot dog chain's birthday with a sweet deal.

Ted Nugent At McHenry County Fair: News Draws Criticism, Praise

The rocker has courted controversy in the past and not everyone is thrilled he's playing the fair.

Also Worth a Look Today

• 'Insane' Man Stabs Teens After: Police
  
• Man Shot At Driver's License Facility
• Man Used Stun Gun On Realtor In 'Disturbing' Attack: Authorities
• IL Is First State To Enact Tobacco 21
• IL Native Wins 'The Voice' Battle Round
• Video Shows Mag Mile Attack On Security Guard
• Man Shoots Through Door At Home Invaders
• Best Places To Live: Where Chicago Ranks
• City Says No To Booze-Infused Ice Cream
• Repeat Offender Hosts Teen Drinking Party: Cops
• Longtime County Exec May Step Down: Sources
• Charges Dropped Against Man Who Hit Cop While Trying To Save Cat From House Fire

Across America

• Watch Live: Attorney General William Barr Questioned By Congress
• Lori Loughlin Hit With New Charges In College Scandal

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