Locked Up and Left to Die, This Dog Was Saved by a Cleaning Crew: Patch PM

Share-worthy stories from the Illinois Patch network to talk about tonight:

Abandoned Mama Dog and Puppies Now Fighting for Life at Suburban Shelter

Dogs were found neglected in a house after the owners moved out.

Homer Glen Teen Attacked by Shark, 'Thought My Whole Leg Was Almost Gone'

Teen recounts moment he felt shark clamp down on his leg.

Man Who Stabbed Family and Their Dog Thought He'd Find Drugs and Cash: Police

A Wisconsin man broke into the home, and stabbed four family members and their dog, with the hopes of snagging drugs and cash has been charged with attempted murder.

Cops Give 6-Year-Old Shooting Victim Pool to Help Her Feel Safe Playing Outside Again

Chicago police officers surprise 6-year-old Tacarra Morgan with backyard swimming pool.

Armed Robbery Puts Great Lakes Naval Station on Lockdown

The robbery happened off base, according to the facility's Twitter feed.

Fake Newspapers Misleading Will, DuPage County Residents: State Senator

Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant is asking all candidates to sever communications with the papers.

Another Bruce Rauner Ally Resigns from Legislature

The Illinois GOP legislative leader from Palatine announced he will step down Sept. 15 in an open letter on his Facebook page.

The Most Important Part Of Planning Your Awesome Local Event?

Letting People Know About It; Here's How To Notify Your Community on Patch

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