Cops Find ANOTHER Dog in Distress in Hot Car at the Mall: Patch PM

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Another Dog Found Baking in Hot Car at the Mall

Witnesses say the dog was in the car for up to two hours before police arrived. Police say the dog was in obvious distress. This is the second time this week a dog was left alone in Joliet as the owner shopped.

2nd-Grader Dies After Becoming Ill at Cheer Camp

School district officials called Katherine Babich of Park Ridge "an inspired learner."

Nest Thermostat, Air Mattress, Wine Aerator, Dress Shirts And More: Today's Best Deals

Nest has been one of the pioneers of the so-called "internet of things," and today, its hugely popular thermostats have a rare discount.

Scottie Pippen Wants Close to $3M for His Highland Park Mansion

Take a look inside the 5-bedroom home the Chicago Bulls legend put on the market Monday. And yes, it has an indoor basketball court.

Teacher Gets $1,500 Tip While Bartending at Restaurant

A generous customer left a $500 tip on one tab and a $1,000 tip on another tab for the Crystal Lake teacher.

Buddy Ryan, Architect of Bears Super Bowl Defense, Dead at 82

"There's no way we win anything without his defense," says Mike Ditka of their Super Bowl win.

Squabble Over Shared Driveway Ends With Old Man’s Beating, Younger Guy’s Arrest: Cops

The old man was unloading groceries from his pickup truck when he was attacked, police said.

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