Mom Who Killed Disabled Daughter with Pills Awaits Punishment: Patch PM

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What's a Fair Punishment for Mom Who Fed Disabled Daughter Lethal Pills?

Bonnie Liltz pleaded guilty Tuesday to involuntary manslaughter for taking her daughter's life. She suffered from cerebral palsy. Liltz tried to take a lethal dose of pills at the same time but doctors managed to save her life. She entered her plea not knowing if she would be sentenced to prison or spared years behind bars. Prosecutors are recommending probation.

Single Dad with Muscular Dystrophy Vying for Mobility Van

Gregory McGuire is hoping the mobility van will help him have the chance to spend more quality time with his 6-year-old twins.

Burbank Police Still Working To Bring Bride's Murderer To Justice

Four years after bride was found dead in her wedding dress, police still hunt the man they say murdered Estrella Carrera — her new husband.

Teen Drove into Cop 'Like a Bug on His Windshield': State's Attorney

Bail has been set at $100,000 for a teenager accused of hitting a detective with his car in Oakbrook Terrace.

Class Act: Former Teacher Giving Away Free School Supplies

Find out how you can claim the classroom items—like boxes of books and markers—this Arlington Heights woman is offering at no charge.

Deadly Listeria Recall Expands Again

More Trader Joe's products added to growing list of listeria recalls as a national Food Safety Summit convenes in Illinois. ALSO: Trader Joe's Recall: Kale, Edamame Salads Pulled for Salmonella Concerns

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