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Brothers Released As Forensic Experts Sift Through Evidence

Two brothers who police said told authorities they buried their mother and sister in the backyard of their home after the women died of accident and illness were released without charges Monday, according to a spokesman. But police said illegal burial charges could be pending.

Baby's Ashes Stolen: Burglar Gets 15 Years

The man showed "utter callousness" in taking the ashes, state's attorney says. He received a harsher sentence due to his criminal history.

Bus Driver Shortage Makes Students Late

First Student is resolving some remaining challenges with busing thanks to a bus driver shortage affecting its ability to provide bus service. In another district, bus service was described as "chaotic."

Teenager Charged In 70-Year-Old's Shooting Death Denied Bail: CPD

An unnamed teen accused of killing Yvonne Ruzich outside her work in mid-August was a ward of the state for four years, officials said.

Fright Night Ready: Old Joliet Haunted Prison Tickets On Sale

Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group promotes it as Chicagoland's only haunted house inside a real abandoned prison.

Pop-Up Vaccine Clinic Planned At HellsGate Haunted House

The Will County Health Department is hosting several upcoming pop-up vaccine clinics across the county, including at an upcoming open house at HellsGate Haunted House

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