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Ex-Con Accused Of Shooting 2 People At Walmart Ordered Detained

A 23-year-old man suffered five gunshot wounds to the legs, and a 70-year-old bystander was grazed by the gunfire. A judge called the shooting a "horrific act of violence inside a big box store at 3 in the afternoon," adding, "It’s troubling enough that a 20-year-old is in illegal possession of a gun while on parole.">>Read More.

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Woman Sues Diocese, Alleges Priest Sexually Assaulted Her In Forest Preserve

"... The Diocese branded plaintiff a liar, undermined her credibility and protected (the priest)," the lawsuit alleges, also claiming the woman, who worked for the diocese, was prohibited from having a lawyer as she recounted the ordeal.>>Read More.

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Ex-Police Chief, Current And Former Cops Illegally Sold Guns Out Of Evidence Room: Prosecutors

An ex-police chief and several current and former officers are accused of illegally selling guns out of the police evidence room, and at times filing reports to "facilitate the sales and obstruct investigators." The former chief is facing 41 felonies.>>Read More.

ICE Accuses Suburban Cop Of Being In U.S. Illegally; Village Claims He Had Federal Work Authorization

In a statement, the suburban police department said it hired Bojovic in January "in full compliance with federal and state law.">>Read More.


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