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Illinois Woman Faces Federal Charges For Approaching Grizzly Bear

Yellowstone authorities said the woman approached a grizzly bear and its cubs and is charged with breaking federal laws that prohibit "violating closures and use limits" and "feeding, touching, teasing, frightening or intentionally disturbing wildlife."

Man Dead After Boat Runs Into Tree, Catches Fire

Police said the boat left the water, hit a tree and came to rest in a backyard, where it caught fire.

Former Youth Center Staffer Pleads Guilty To Sex Acts With Juvenile Inmate

A 33-year-old woman who was accused of engaging in sexual conduct with a minor at the juvenile detention center where she worked has been sentenced to 30 months of probation.

COVID Spread Is 'Substantial' In McHenry County: CDC

Health authorities also said spread is substantial in Will and DuPage counties.

Village Orders Riviera Country Club To Close, For Now

The closure comes after fugitive Lee Anglin, who spent over a decade in prison in connection with a $10 million federal fraud case, was found there.

Staff COVID-19 Cases Closes Deerfield Driver's Services Facility

Calling it a precaution, the Illinois Secretary of State's Office is closing a Drivers Services Facility for two weeks after employees tested positive for COVID-19.

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• Lakefront Sex Harassment Scandal Probe Assigned To Outside Firm
• 'Sweaty Noses' Remark At School Board Meeting Draws Jeers, Gavel
• Man, 85, Dies In House Fire Caused By Lightning

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• Restaurant Only Serves Unvaccinated, Provokes Health Officials

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