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Hacking Celebrity Emails for Nude Pix Ends in Federal Charges for Orland Park Man

Edward Majerczyk has agreed to plead guilty for his role in "The Fappening," which unleashed Jennifer Lawrence nude photos on the web.

2 Rape Charges, 1 Day in Jail for Frat Boy from Illinois

Plea deal ends in one year of probation for Downers Grove man and former Indiana University student accused of forcing himself on two women.

Own the Home from 'Sixteen Candles' for $1.5 Million

The home portrayed in the 1980s John Hughes hit film is for sale in Evanston.

Firefighter Slapped for Stopping Divvy Bike Rider from Riding Behind Fire Truck

Frankfort woman charged with aggravated battery after an episode this week behind a Chicago fire truck that was backing into its station.

Burglar Bonked on Head with Wine Bottle by Daughter With 'Super-Human Strength'

Gladys Soppet, 81, was grateful that her daughter was there when a man broke into her Oak Forest home.

Reporter John Rooney, Who Broke Tylenol Death Story, Dies of ALS at 56

Beverly resident and respected journalist John Rooney broke Tylenol poisoning news story in 1982.

2 Robbery Suspects Dead After Police Chase and Horrific Crash

A Tinley Park Arby's manager was thrown to the ground and robbed Friday morning. State Police, Chicago Police gave chase into West Pullman, where their car crashed into a house.

'My Babies, My Babies': 2 Children Shot to Death with Dad

An unpaid drug debt may have led to the killing of two girls, ages 3 and 10, who were found in their Hazel Crest home alongside their dad. The house was riddled with bullets.

Staff of 'The Onion' Wants To Use the Pool Next Door

It's a nice pool, and nobody uses it. So maybe the staff could just dip their feet in, reads one Craigslist ad.

Watch State Trooper Body Slam Northwestern Doctor

A Northwestern Medicine doctor is charged with resisting arrest and other crimes after a night of drinking in the French Quarter ended very badly for him.

Dogs Found Baking in Hot Car at Joliet Mall

Witnesses say the dog was in the car for up to two hours before police arrived. ALSO: Dog Left in Hot Car So Woman Could Go Shopping: Cops

Dog Shot in Head Recovering at Shelter After Surgery

The dog's injuries were filled with larvae when the husk was brought to Tinley Park PAWS.

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Booze, Ignorance and Firecrackers: How to Lose Your Hand

What's more American than 4th of July fireworks? Getting hurt by them. Like the Chicago guy whose blown-off hand was picked up by a dog. PLUS: A Guide to Chicagoland July 4th Fireworks Shows

Chicago Remembers Buddy Ryan and the Greatest Chicago Bears Defense

Buddy Ryan is dead at the age of 82. "There's no way we win anything without his defense," says Mike Ditka of their Super Bowl win.

Woman Robbed While Filming Engagement Video Outside Trump Tower

Tripod and camera swiped during the filming of engagement video.

Trucker Trolled X-Box Live and Minecraft for Nude-Boy Photos, Sex Chats with Kids: Feds

The Illinois man threatened to kill Lockport boys and their families if they didn't help him, the feds allege in indicting Zack Sawyer.

South Side Priest Dies Leaving Troubling Legacy

Priest accused by two brothers of sexually abusing them as children leaves legacy of greatness and shame after sudden death.

Passerby Helps Alleged Drunk Driver Out of Burning Vehicle After Joliet Crash

The 49-year-old Plainfield man was charged with two counts of driving under the influence.

Did This Driver Tempt Fate With Vanity Plate? You Betcha

Find out why this declaration of no longer needing the CTA might have come back to bite the owner on the back bumper.

Cop Attacked By Wedding Guests in Wild Brawl: Prosecutor

Three brothers charged with assaulting Bridgeview cop in front of Paradise Elegant Banquets.

Family Wins $53 Million for Brain-Damaged Son

Staff's alleged actions—or inactions—reportedly contributed to a brain injury that forever changed the lives of a south suburban family.

Chicago’s First ‘Pour Your Own Beer’ Bar Coming to Wicker Park

Tapster could open early next year on North Avenue.

Not Even 'The Daily Show' Can Find a Happy Ending to the State Budget Crisis

Rep. Ron Sandack and Sen. Daniel Biss get called 'a couple of bickering muppets' in the June 28 episode.

Park Ridge 2nd-Grader's Death Wasn't Suspicious: Police

The Cook County medical examiner's office still needs more time to determine Kate Babich's cause of death.

'Spotlight' Helped Dennis Hastert Victim Tell His Story

Scott Cross said he was sexually abused by Hastert when he was 17.

Taste of Chicago 2016: Your Complete Guide

From this year's vendors to helpful tips, we have everything you need to know before heading to the 36th Annual Taste of Chicago.

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

Credit Card Data Breach Affects These Illinois Noodles & Company Restaurants

Dick Van Dyke Leads 'Mary Poppins' Sing Along At Age 90

Barking Dog Drove Up Sleep-Deprived Old Lady’s Blood Pressure: Lawsuit

Couples Renewing Vows Offer Advice on Marriage and Love

Will County Deputy First Woman to Win National Rifle Competition

Naperville Among Safest Cities in US to Raise a Child

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• Bail Increased for Accused Child Sex Predator After Discovery of 'Underwear Collection'
• Lewd Photo, Obscene Message Land Orland Park Woman in County Jail: Cops
• Foul-Mouthed, Ankle-Grabbing Ex-Con Bothers Bathers, Makes Racist Remark: Cops
• Grandson Steals Grandma's Car to Buy Heroin: Prosecutor
• Tossing Lit Cigarette Into Dry Grass Not Best Way for Dad to Show Daughter Dangers of Fire
• Video Captures SUV Crashing Through Window of Evergreen Park Restaurant
• 12 Neiman Marcus Handbags Worth $35K Gone in 60 Seconds: Cops
• Revenge Porn Creep Gets 4 Months in Jail For Posting Ex’s Sex Video
• Sinister! Vandals Damaged Lockport Haunted House: Cops
• Judge’s Son Already Convicted of Vicious Abuse Admits to Violating Probation, Gets to Stay on Probation
• Thieving Lawyer Charged With Stealing Even More Money: Cops
• Roaches-For-Snakes Deal Gone Bad - Frankfort Man Ripped Off in Trade For $13K Worth of Roaches: Lawsuit
• Vandals Throw Eggs at Baby Goats
• Niles Man Douses Porch With Gas, Threatens to Light Girlfriend, Himself on Fire: Cops

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