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Stepmom Slips Nail Polish Remover Into Toddler's Bottle: Prosecutors
The Carol Stream woman is accused of putting “one inch” of nail polish remover into her 17-month-old stepdaughter’s bottle over the weekend.
Son of Northbrook Couple Sent 'Manifesto' Before Killing Parents in Vegas Murder-Suicide
Aaron Wulf blamed his parents—Art Wulf and Jan Morgan-Wulf—for their deaths Wednesday in a document he sent before the killings.
'A Tough, Horrific Day:' Driver Devastated By Accident That Left 13-Year-Old Boy Dead, Police Say
Burbank police said boy was riding his bike on sidewalk and had just entered crosswalk when he was hit by the truck.
Fundraiser for Joliet Family Whose Children Drowned in Kankakee River
Money raised will help with funeral costs.
McDonald's to Move Headquarters from DuPage to Downtown Chicago
Fast-food giant to dump Oak Brook space for former Harpo Studios location, Crain's reports. AND: McDonald's Cutting HQ Staff
Last Lincoln-Way North Grads Say Goodbye
No drama, just diplomas. The final graduates of LW North bid sweet farewell to their beloved school, which will be closed eight years after opening because the district can't afford to keep the new school open.
Plainfield Native to Appear on 'MasterChef'
“It was an incredible experience," the 23 year old said.
Special Needs 7-Year-Old Got in Bicycle-Riding Lady's Way: Lawsuit
The bicycle-riding lady is suing the boy and his mother.
Skokie Teen Becomes a Hit on 'America's Got Talent'
13-year-old Laura Bretan blew away the crowd - and the judges - on America's Got Talent on Tuesday.
Doctor's Call to Cops Sparked Search for Sinead O'Connor: Report
Wilmette police records show an unidentified physician concerned about the singer had area authorities searching hotels for her last month.
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Drew Peterson, Wife-Killing Ex-Cop, GUILTY in Plot to Murder Top Prosecutor
Jury believed the scheming snitch who says Drew Peterson tried to hire a hitman to kill state's attorney, returning quickly with a verdict Tuesday
Video: Looks Like Somebody Else Broke Into Old Joliet Prison
Maybe they should just open the place up for tours.
Chicago Police Officers Cheer On Slain Officer's Son at Graduation
CPD Superintendent Eddie Johnson and police officers stand in for fallen colleague at his son's kindergarten graduation.
Rabid Bats Reported in Chicago and Cook County Suburbs
Seven bats have tested positive for rabies, Cook County officials said.
'Saved by the Max' Matches Show's Legacy with Every Detail
Pop-up parody diner in Wicker Park accurately brings “Saved by the Bell” experience to life.
Muhammad Ali, the Greatest, Gone But Not Forgotten in Chicago
Beloved boxer, champion of the world, discovered the Nation of Islam in Chicago and made his home in the city for a while. He died at 74.
Police Suspect 'Swatting' in Plainfield Barricade Incident
An unidentified person reportedly called police to say he was armed and had a hostage.
Former State Trooper Gets 50 Years for Murder of Joliet Girlfriend
Brian Himber fired multiple times at his girlfriend as she sat on a porch at a graduation party.
'Chicago Fire' Star Monica Raymund Will Be Pride Parade Grand Marshal
The TV star who plays a firefighter on the hit NBC drama will be on the featured float at the Pride Parade this month.
Chipotle Veggie Bowl Gave Teen E. Coli: Lawsuit
She got the bad veggie bowl at the Chipotle on South Weber Road in Bolingbrook.
Aspiring Standup Comedian - 8-Year-Old McAuliffe Student - Appears on WGN
Fresh out of third grade, Jack McKenna appeared on WGN’s Friday forecast.
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- O'Hare Runway Rotation Plan Begins this Summer
- Powerful Storm Blows Roof Off Apartment Building in DuPage County
- Lawsuit Claims House of Dreams Raffle is Illegal
- Driver Airlifted in McHenry After Car Collides With Boulder
- Girl, 12, Hit by Pickup Truck in Gages Lake
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- Locked Out of Jiffy Lube, Car Owner Slides Inside to Get Back His Ride: Cops
- Who Vandalized 79 Graves at Lockport Cemetery?
- 53-Year-Old Ex-Cop Accused of Sexually Abusing Teen
- Starbucks Barista Punched Over $7 in Tip Jar: Cops
- Shih Tzu Dangled In Air By Collar, Cop Got Kicked: Police
- Man Wears Wig While Robbing Banks: Police
- Former Elgin Police Officer Sentenced for Stealing from Explorer Program
- Hospital Kitchen Employee Kicks Pregnant Co-Worker in Stomach: Cops
- Alleged Purse Swiping Mom Arrested After Shopping Spree: Prosecutor
- Gangbanger Sentenced in Shooting Death of Chicago Ridge Woman
- Cops Looking to Arrest Woman For Allegedly Sending Obscene Message, Photo
- Serial Killer's Brother Called to Testify at California Murder Trial
- Accused Drunken Driver Spits Blood in Cop's Face: Prosecutor
- 'Obnoxious' Teen Charged for Stealing Cup of Pop: Police
- Teen Claimed He Was Packing Heat When He Stole Hoverboard: Cops
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