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YMCAs require kids to be vaccinated | Man still missing after walking away from crash | Massive boat blaze

Here are the news stories trending across Illinois on Thursday night:

Firefighters Deliver Baby In Parking Lot In Snowstorm

"A lot of people aren't fans of winter, but a winter wonderland like today is very beautiful," the mayor said.>>>Read More.

Find out what's happening in Chicagofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Find out what's happening in Chicagofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

YMCAs In IL To Require Vaccination For Youth Programs, Day Camps

All children over age 5 will need to get their COVID-19 shot before enrolling in on-site YMCA programs.>>>Read More.

IL Man Who Walked Away From Crash Still Missing 12 Days Later

Thomas "Tommy" Howe hasn't been seen since he walked away from the crash site, leaving his personal cell phone behind in his car. His work phone was later found in a forest preserve.>>>Read More.

About 100 Firefighters Battle Blaze At Boat Warehouse

Several million dollars in damage may have been caused by a four-alarm overnight fire at a yacht storage facility, fire officials said.>>>Read More.


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