Drew Peterson Claims He Didn't Use 'Police Skills' to Kill Ex-Wife and Wants His Pension Back: Patch PM

Stories worth talking about tonight across the Patch network:

Drew Peterson Trying to Get His Police Pension Back

Drew Peterson did not rely on his special police training to kill his third wife, according to a petition.

Dog Shot in Head Sees Hope for New Life with Rescue Group

Siberian Husky "Gunner" has been through a lot in his 2-3 years, including a gunshot wound that cost him an ear.

Lollapalooza Festival Goers Search for Lost Items in Chicago on Crowdfind

Crowdfind has about 700 missing items from the festival listed online.

Creepy Man Stood Naked in Front of Girl Riding Bike: Police

“He covered his genitals and did not say anything as she rode past him," police said.

Beloved South Suburban Hot Dog Joint Up for Sale

Who will buy WoJo's and keep the hot dog, waffle fries, and milkshake traditions alive? Asking price: $549,000.

Crystal Lake Woman Buys Winning $250,000 Scratch-Off Ticket During Trip to Grocery Store

Congrats to Marie Albanese!

Election 2016

'Nothing Easy' About Getting a Purple Heart: Double Amputee Trolls Trump on Twitter

Hillary Clinton Visits Denver Tie Factory That Employs Refugees

Trump Intervention by Top Republicans Hopes to Reset Campaign After Disastrous Week: Report

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• Mayor’s 'Love Ya' Notes Cost His Town $120,000
• Public Defender Says Woman Thought Fake Pot Was Incense
• Samsung, IKEA Leasing Big Warehouses Near Joliet
• Emanuel Praises 'Unique Opportunity' South Side Has With Obama Center
• Obama Commutes Romeoville Drug Offender's Prison Sentence
• Pheasant Run Plans to Add Shops to Resort Property
• Naperville Man Lied About Chinese Communist Party Membership

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