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Missing Woman's Boyfriend: 'We Don't Believe She's Around Here'

Two months after Wendy Gessing went missing, her boyfriend, a local restaurant owner, speaks to Patch about the reward he's offering to help find her and what he thinks about the case.

Pritzker Unveils 100th Butter Cow At Illinois State Fair

The Butter Cow weighs 800 pounds and is made from local salted butter, officials said. The fair will be open with some COVID-19 precautions.

Coroner IDs Man Who Drowned While Helping Girl

Michael Jacobs, 43, died at a hospital after jumping into the Chain O' Lakes to help a girl who was struggling in the water.

Fright Fest Returns To Six Flags After Year Break

The Halloween fest took a break due to coronavirus last year, but it's back for 2021.

House Speaker's Kids Go To Elmhurst Mask-Optional School

The speaker supports the governor's order, while the school plans to violate it.

Healing Words For CPD Officers At Vigil for Ella French

Hundreds of 19th Ward residents gather at 22nd Police District to remember fallen Chicago Police Officer Ella French at a prayer vigil.

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