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Here are the stories trending across Illinois on Wednesday night.

Senator's Accused House Shooter Captured, Police Reveal Who Intended Target Was

A second home was also hit by gunfire. Police say the shooting was not politically motivated and the homes were targeted by mistake.>>Read More.

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1st IL West Nile Virus Death Of 2025 Reported In Suburban Cook County

Health officials said the resident was in their 60s.>>Read More.

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Masked ICE Agents Arrested Over A Dozen People, State Senator Says

"These masked individuals came upon people with the color of my skin, and picked them up," the state senator said, advising residents, "Stay inside of your house, do not answer the door unless there is a warrant.">>Read More.

HS Teacher In Probe Over Charlie Kirk Post Still On-Staff: District

An English teacher who has drawn criticism—both within the district and among the community—for a social media post regarding the death of popular conservative activist Charlie Kirk remains on staff at the school, administration said Wednesday.>>Read More.


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