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Woman Bonks Burglar on Head with Wine Bottle: Patch PM

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Wine Bottle, Daughter's 'Super-human Strength' Thwart Burglar at Mom's Home

Gladys Soppet, 81, was grateful that her daughter was there to come to her aid when the two discovered a man who broke into her Oak Forest home. "She isn't that big, she's a little thing!"

Revenge Porn Creep Gets 4 Months in Jail For Posting Ex’s Sex Video

The woman said she did not even know he had the sex video.

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Hero Cop Reluctantly Accepts Award for Pulling Elderly Man Off Train Tracks

Rookie Berwyn cop and Afghanistan combat veteran Eric Tripoli cradled man in his arms and ran him across tracks as train was coming.


Phone Chargers, 'FitFlops,' Nest Thermostat, Dress Shirts And More

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Cop Attacked by Wedding Guests in Wild Brawl: Prosecutor

Three brothers charged with assaulting Bridgeview cop, choking and kicking him as family squabble got way out of hand.

Own the Home from 'Sixteen Candles' for $1.5 Million

The home portrayed in the 1980s John Hughes hit film is for sale in Evanston.

Mike Check: Did Donald Trump Invite Ditka and Tyson to GOP Convention?

The presidential candidate's campaign is said to be courting other sports stars, such as ex-IU basketball coach Bob Knight.

Best Places to Watch Fireworks in Chicago on 4th of July

Yelp users vote on the best vantage points to see fireworks in the city. PLUS: Tips for Keeping Your Dog Safe During Fireworks


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