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Probation For Son Who Accidentally Killed Mother With Bat: Plea

He pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and was just 21 years old when his attorney says he mistook his mother for an intruder and struck her multiple times with a baseball bat.

Blagojevich Sues So He Can Run In Future Illinois Elections

The ex-gov filed the lawsuit, which claims it is unconstitutional for the Illinois Senate to prohibit him from running for state office.

Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts Acknowledges Time Had Come To Move On

In a letter to season-ticket holders, Ricketts said the team kept its championship window open as long as possible, but changes were needed.

Illinois Cancer Fighter Takes Silver At Olympic Games

Kevin McDowell became one of the first American men to win a medal in the triathlon mixed relay Saturday.

Tyson Mandates Vaccines For All Employees, Including IL Locations

Tyson has several plants and offices in Illinois, including a plant in Joslin, Illinois, a corporate office for Tyson-owned Hillshire Brands in Chicago, a research and development center in Downers Grove, a distribution center in Ottawa and The Bruss Company in Chicago, which manufactures steaks and chops for restaurant chains throughout North America.

Union Lobbies For Chicago Cop Charged In Capitol Insurrection

The Chicago chapter of the Fraternal Order of Police is assisting officer Karol Chwiesiuk get his FOID back in an attempt to keep his job.

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• Pro Skateboarder Accused Of Murdering Wheaton Man: Report
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