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First Human Case Of West Nile Virus In State Is Man In His 80s

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday the resident, who is in his 80s, became ill in mid-June and tested positive.

Illinois Native Competes In Olympics Rhythmic Gymnastics Thursday

If she gets through the last qualifier this weekend, she'll be in Olympic medal contention.

Dating App Fraud Costs Resident $22K

A resident was convinced by someone claiming to be an investment broker to deposit money into fraudulent accounts.

Man Accused Of Impersonating Officer Had Badge, Stun Gun: Police

Police say he attempted to pull over a motorist, who realized something wasn't right and flagged down a real officer.

Mötley Crüe Frontman Vince Neil To Perform Solo Show

The legendary heavy metal singer will be headlining VetFest Aug. 28 at the new Oswego Entertainment Venue.

Federal Court Mandates Vaccination Or Testing For Its Employees

Court officials said all employees and contractors of the Northern District of Illinois must attest to their vaccination status by Aug. 16.

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• Advocate Aurora Health Now Requiring Employees To Be Vaccinated
• All-Day Kindergarten Arrives In Plainfield
• Catalytic Converter Thefts, Fraudulent Movers On The Rise: Cops
• Girl, 16, Killed In Hit & Run
• Man Pleads Guilty To Drug Induced Homicide Of Pregnant Woman
• Disqualification Knocks Illinois Native Out Of Medal Contention
• 2 Hurt In Neighbor Brawl
• Vaccinated People Make Up 33% Of Recent COVID-19 Cases In Skokie
• Country Club Liquor License Yanked, Felon Found Sleeping Inside
• Olympic Medal Hopes Dashed For Sandi Morris After Hip Injury
  
• Bar So Loud, Toilet Bowl Shakes: Neighbor
• Minooka's Rebresh Joins Growing List Of GOP Kinzinger Challengers

Across America

• LA May Require Proof of Vaccination To Enter Restaurants, Shops
• NJ Governor Loses His Cool With Anti-Vaccine Protesters

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