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Did Drew Peterson Plot Top Prosecutor's Murder?

"I'll never forget what you've done here." That's what Drew Peterson told Will County State's Attorney James Glasgow just before the convicted wife killer learned his next stop would be prison, where he most likely will die. It doesn't sound like Peterson forgot, either, not if you believe the murder-for-hire charges the ex-cop was hit with in February. In the next week or so, we'll find out if a jury believes them. And if so, Drew Peterson will have lost his last slim chance to ever walk free again. Patch's Joe Hosey will be there. » here's the story

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David Johnston 13 hours before he died.

The Hero of Mount St. Helens

Geologist David Johnston lost his life on May 18, 1980, in the eruption of Mount St. Helens. But his warnings of the danger may have saved thousands of lives. He was 30 years old. Thirty-six years after his untimely demise, Patch's Lorraine Swanson reflects on his life and great sacrifice. » here's the story

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A 3rd Party Presidential Campaign With Chicago Roots?

YouTube and Reddit sensation 'Terry 2016' explains why Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are "a joke" and "cowards." » here's the story

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Drunken 'Designated Driver'

Things not to do when you're the "designated driver." Don't get drunk. Don't try to flee the police. Don't drive onto the sidewalk. Don't tell cops you're the "most sober." Don't call your arresting officer an "idiot." Don't vomit in the officer's trash can. But do make a funny face in your booking mug.
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