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Boy Battling Lethal Brain Cancer, Homeless Dog Soothe Each Other

This is the story of a boy and his dog. Joshua McFadden wished for the perfect dog to call his own, to hold, to talk to, to ease each other's pain. She was out there — animal control and a rescue group found her.

America First Means No President Trump, says Illinois Congressman

"He can tweet all he wants, you know, but I have to do this for my country," says Adam Kinzinger in rejecting Donald Trump's candidacy.

Ernie Banks Auction: Late, Great Mr. Cub's Personal Treasures Available to Highest Bidder

His Sultan of Swat crown, Hall of Fame ring, license plates, and signed photograph from the president and first lady could fetch $250,000.

After Year of Tormenting Her Son, Mom Tries to Burn 4-Year-Old's Corpse: Prosecutors

Police say frail and tiny Manuel Aguilar was found underneath a burnt blanket in a basement. He was locked naked in a room for a year to live in his own filth, according to prosecutors. After he died, he was put into a "playroom" used by her other kids, where she prepared to get rid of his body.

Will Judge Set Tattoo-Face Kiddie Porn Guy Free?

The judge said Tattoo Face Kiddie Porn guy’s supposed plot to kidnap a little girl and kill the child’s mother was “irrelevant" to the porn charges against him.

Glider Crash Claims Tinley Park Man’s Life

A 69-year-old man died in a glider crash in a Minooka field on Saturday during takeoff.

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'I'm Going to Be ... Crucified,' Says Chicago Officer After Shooting Teen Car Thief

WATCH ALL 9 VIDEOS: Chicago Police shooting videos released Friday morning in the death of 18-year-old Paul O'Neal, killed July 28 after he drove at police and then ran on foot from a stolen car. He was shot in the back.
ALSO: Mother of Paul O’Neal ‘Broke Down’ While Watching Police Video

Special Prosecutor Appointed in Laquan McDonald Case

Kane County State's Attorney Joseph McMahon will step in for Anita Alvarez to prosecute Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke, who's charged with first-degree murder. Van Dyke shot the teen 16 times.

Sasha Obama’s First Summer Job: Takeout Window at Seafood Restaurant

The first daughter is learning all about the service industry at high-end joint on Martha’s Vineyard.

How Did a Dentist Lose This Sharp Tool in Her Patient's Stomach?

A Hoffman Estates man won a $675K court settlement after having emergency surgery to remove this misplaced dental instrument from his gut.

Spittin' Mad: Big Man Acquitted of Hate Crime in Slap Fight with Tiny Black Judge

He claims she spit in his mouth. She says he spit in her face and slapped her outside the Daley Center in Chicago over her cigarette smoke.

Beloved South Suburban Hot Dog Joint Up for Sale

Who will buy WoJo's and keep the hot dog, waffle fries, and milkshake traditions alive? Asking price: $549,000.

Teaching ‘The Living Dead’: A Teacher's Letter About a Student Killed by Chicago Gunfire

17-year-old Darrell Peden is remembered as "charismatic" in a powerful letter by one of his high school teachers.

Locker Room Creeper and School Sued in Federal Court

A federal lawsuit alleges school administrators in Oak Lawn were aware of other complaints about employee prior to his attempt to record video of their naked daughter in the locker room.

Mom, Baby Reported Missing From South Side of Chicago

Sehighya Smith was last seen with her 10-month-old baby Milan on July 25.

Dog Shot in Head Sees Hope for New Life with Rescue Group

Siberian Husky "Gunner" has been through a lot in his 2-3 years, including a gunshot wound that cost him an ear.

White Woman Yells 'N Word' at Chicago Margarita Festival

A black couple was berated with the racist slur several times during Saturday's festival.

Local Veteran Flips Homes, Helps Others Find One of their Own

Frankfort resident starts company aimed at rehabbing homes, giving back to veterans in need.

Anthony Ponce Quits NBC News to Drive for Lyft and Start New Adventure

"Backseat Rider" is Ponce's new interview show and podcast recorded from the back seat as he carts Chicagoans to and from around the city.

Drew Peterson Trying to Get His Police Pension Back

The retired police sergeant did not rely on his special training to kill his third wife, according to a petition.

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• WGN News Anchor Steve Sanders Sells His Winnetka Home For $1.15 Million
• White Woman Accused of Harassing Black Family Apologizes and Pays Up
• 20-Year Old Dies After Jumping Into Chicago River for a Swim
• Mayor’s 'Love Ya' Notes Cost His Town $120,000
• Samsung, IKEA Leasing Big Warehouses Near Joliet
• Poo Pond? Neighbors Say Aerator Spreads Fecal Coliform and E. Coli
• Red Panda Cubs at Lincoln Park Zoo Named Waveland and Sheffield
• DePaul Bans Conservative Ben Shapiro From Campus
• Lollapalooza Losers Search for Lost Items on Crowdfind
• Wilmette Goes to the Head of the Class on Website's Most Educated List
• What's Next for the Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles?

» STARGAZING

Perseid Meteor Shower 2016 Peak Dates: Spectacular or Overhyped?

“Outburst effect” means you could see 200 meteors an hour under perfect viewing conditions. There’s a but, and it’s a stargazing buzz-kill.

A glimpse of crime-n-shame last week. Follow our crime page on Facebook, too.

• Mother of 5 Shot to Death as She Left Her Sunday Church Service
• Former Wheaton College Student Sentenced to Jail Time for Planting Camera in Women's Washroom
• Creepy Ex-Boyfriend Jailed For Sending Sex Video to Former Lover’s Dad: Cops
• Scary Old Man Stood Naked in Front of Girl Riding Bike: Police
• Heavyweight Fighter Jumbo Cummings, Who Once Fought Joe Frazier to a Draw and Robbed a Subway, Released From Prison
• Drunk Man Arrested in Library Parking Lot After Refusing Officer’s Advice to Take a Cab: Police
• Man Wearing Medical Mask, Cowboy Hat Robs Bank
• Accused Craigslist Killer's Internet Searches for 'Jason Bourne' Admissible in Trial
• Public Defender Says Woman Thought Fake Pot Was Incense
• Police Arrest Alleged Snapple-Throwing, Life-Threatening Driver
• Judge Stops Train to Catch Perp Who Tried to Flee Drug Test
• Drunken Man Arrested in Library Parking Lot After Refusing Officer’s Advice to Take a Cab: Police

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