Suburban Mom Shot on Drive Home from the Dells Dies: Patch PM

Buffalo Grove Mom Shot on Wisconsin Highway Dies

Tracy Czaczkowski, 44, was taken to UW Hospital in Madison where she remained on life support until Monday. She was shot on the interstate while driving home with her family from a weekend Wisconsin Dells getaway. "Tracy was a loving wife of 15 years, a mother of two tender age children, daughter and good friend to all," reads a statement from the DEA, where her husband is an agent. The gunman was wounded by Wisconsin deputies.

High Schooler Dies After Taking Ecstasy at Milwaukee Nightclub

The 18-year-old student from southwest suburban Minooka reportedly tested positive for amphetamines and cannabinoids.

Listeria Recall for Frozen Fruits, Vegetables Expands to Many Brands

"Frozen organic and traditional fruits and vegetables" sold under 42 different brand names — including Walmart store brands, Trader Joe's, Panda Express, Safeway Kitchens, Pantry Express and more — recalled for possible listeria contamination. CHECK THE PRODUCT LIST

Vince Vaughn's Stepdad Misled Investors About Goat Blood Drug: Jury

Drug company CEO Stephen Ferrone, who lives with the actor's mom in Lake Forest, filed false reports to help raise his firm's stock price.

Body Found in Lake Michigan Identified as Missing Palatine Man

Jeffrey MacDonald, 59, was last seen Feb. 25.

Chicago Schools Allow Transgender Students to Use Bathroom of Their Gender Identity

The school system set a list of guidelines on Monday.

'Needs Ketchup': How Does a Chicago-Style Hot Dog From Taiwan Taste?

An Asian restaurant chain creates its version of this Second City staple. Find out if something is lost in the taste translation.

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