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Christmas tree shortage | New dino discovered | Teen shot to death in apartment building | Toddlers left in car

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

Boy, 3, Dies After Falling From 17th Story Window

Police believe he may have pushed the screen out before falling.>>>Read More.

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Girl, 15, Gunned Down In Apartment Hallway

The teen was dropped off by the school bus before she was killed.>>>Read More.

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

New Dinosaur Found In Missouri, Field Museum Helps With Dig

Found decades ago, the dinosaur was initially misidentified.>>>Read More.

2 Toddlers Left In Car As Mom Shops At Home Goods: Police

Police said store surveillance video revealed she lied about bringing them into the store with her.>>>Read More.


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