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New Video Shows R. Kelly Sexually Assaulting Girl: Avenatti

Attorney Michael Avenatti said the video has been handed over to the Cook County state's attorney.

Wife Says She Was Kept In Dark About Jason Van Dyke’s Beating

Ex-Chicago cop Jason Van Dyke's wife speaks out about her husband being beaten in a Connecticut federal prison.

Flo Rida Announced As Naperville Ribfest Headliner

Tickets to see Flo Rida perform at Ribfest go on sale Feb. 15.

Hollywood Casino Suspect Charged With Bomb Threat

Mustadin Muadinov parked a two-axle box truck in front of the casino and made "threatening" statements to staff, police say.

Fiery DUI-Related Crash Caught On Police Dashcam

Police shared video of fiery crash, warning about the dangers of drinking and driving.

Mayor Asked To Step Down, Accused of 'Politicizing' Cancer-Causing Gas Controversy

Trustees accused the mayor of taking credit for board action in his reelection campaign.

Bar Holds 'Stop The Violence' Brunch After Shooting

The Rocking Horse is sponsoring a free "Stop the Violence" brunch and discussion Feb. 23 after shooting broke out on its grounds this week.

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• Town Bans Minors From Buying All Nicotine Products
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Across America

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Photo: R. Kelly performs during The Buffet Tour at Allstate Arena on May 7, 2016 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Daniel Boczarski/Getty Images)

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