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'Burbank Baby Lover' Nabbed In Federal Child Porn Sting: Cops

The 50-year-old Burbank man described himself as a "baby lover" looking for "cute boys" and "cute lads," prosecutors said.

McDonald's Upends Golden Arches For Women's Day; Critics Flip

Critics labeled the move "McFeminism" and charged the company with hypocrisy after ongoing wage battles.

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'Frightened' Congolese Girl Detained For Months In Chicago: ACLU

A "traumatized" 7-year-old girl has been sitting alone in a government facility for months, separated from her mother, according to the ACLU.

Cubs Dropped From Lawsuit Filed By Man Blinded By Ball At Wrigley

A judge has dismissed the Cubs from a lawsuit filed by a man who was hit in the face by a foul ball.

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Parolee Charged After Chicago Cop Dragged Several Blocks By Van

A three-time convicted felon faces charges after police said he fled a traffic stop in a van, dragging an officer with him.

5K Run Will Benefit South Suburban Humane Society

The Paws for a Cause 5K series will return to Homewood this year.

Gunshot Or Shut Door? SWAT Checks Out Mistaken Noise At CTA Stop

Confusion over the loud sound sent Chicago police to the Red Line station Thursday morning.


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