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Michael Kubistal is charged with felonies in a crash that killed 6-year-old Lily Hicks.
Michael Kubistal is charged with felonies in a crash that killed 6-year-old Lily Hicks. (Kendall County Sheriff's Office)

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Girl, 6, Killed In Crash, Man Charged With DUI

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