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Bodies Of Mom, Sister Are Buried In Backyard, Brothers Tell Cops

A utility worker noticed no water or electricity was being used at the home and requested a well-being check, prompting the brothers to tell police their mother died of COVID-19 and their sister was killed in an accident.

Jewish Caucus Calls For Resignation Of Chicago Police Union Chief

The Illinois Legislative Jewish Caucus responds to the Fraternal Order of Police president's comparison of vaccine mandates to Nazi Germany.

'Unusual Activity' Leaves Cook County Court Clerk's Site Disabled

The website for the Cook County Clerk of the Circuit Court is down for the "next few weeks" after a suspected redirect attack.

Proposal For Ribfest's Return Nixed By Naperville Park District

Naperville Park District Commissioners rejected a request for a two-day Ribfest event in June 2022.

Precious Pooch Pics From National Dog Day 2021 In Illinois

The cutest pups in Illinois were on display in honor of National Dog Day 2021.

State Puts 51 School Districts On Probation For Not Following Mask Mandate

On Aug. 4, Pritzker announced a mask mandate for schools across the state. Schools that do not comply can be put on probation.

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Across America

• Families Defeat Gov. Ron DeSantis Over FL School Mask Lawsuit
• Capitol Officers Sue Trump, Far-Right Groups Over Jan. 6 Attack

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