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Hilarious Video Shows Cops Try To Outsmart Squirrel

The video shared by the McHenry Police Department shows officers trying to get the rogue squirrel out of the station.

Thieves Smash Jewelry Cases, Flee With Diamonds: Police

They went to Jared.

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Dad Arrested For Concealing Sex Offender Son

Police also arrested the 31-year-old son wanted on child porn charges and failure to appear in connection with a sex abuse case.

Senior Democrat State Rep Resigns To Join Republican Lobbying Firm

The former deputy majority leader will become a partner in a lobbying and consulting firm.

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Subway Robbed At Gunpoint

The robber showed what appeared to be a handgun and then left the sandwich shop with an undisclosed amount of cash.

$10K Reward Offered After Grandfather Killed In Hit & Run

The family offered a reward for information leading to the driver who fatally struck an 86-year-old grandfather Friday.

75 Unanswered Questions In 911 Dispatcher's Death

The following 75 questions were presented to police and medical examiners by the dead 911 dispatcher's parents

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