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'They Deserve To Be Seen': Mom Pushes For Childhood Cancer Awareness

Wyatt Blevins is only 2, but he's already facing the toughest battle of his life. His mother, Kaylee, is helping by sharing his journey.


Alsip Man Accused of Vandalizing Business Before Drag Show

The 24-year-old man is facing felony criminal damage and hate crime charges for damages to UpRising Bakery & Cafe in McHenry County.

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Teen Bicyclist Dies After Struck By Car: Police

A 14-year-old boy died after being hit by a car on 159th and 80th Avenue Friday night in Tinley Park, police said.


'Blackhawks Fan' With Bandaged Hand Robs Bank In Burbank Crossing: FBI

The man fled on foot after robbing the Huntington Bank branch Friday morning in Burbank, the FBI says.

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'Welcome Home': New Lenox Veteran Makes Honor Flight Trip To D.C.

Howard Hook served in the Navy aboard the U.S.S. Hancock from 1963-67.


3-Year-Old Killed By Suspected DUI Driver, Sister Fighting For Life

Police are investigating a Dolton crash and suspected DUI that claimed the life of a 3-year-old Saturday night, and hospitalized her sister.


Orland Park Woman Searches For Beloved Ring Lost At Wedding

The woman lost the ring in the women's bathroom at the Odyssey Saturday, July 23. It has ties to her late grandfather, she told Patch.


Tornado Confirmed In Manhattan: Officials

The National Weather Service confirmed that an EF-0 tornado hit the ground Saturday in Manhattan during an early morning round of storms.


Chicago Fire FC Moves 2 Home Games To SeatGeek Stadium in 2022 Season

Chicago Fire moves Sept. 10 and Oct. 9 home games to SeatGeek Stadium due to scheduling conflicts with Soldier Field and the Bears.


RidgeFest 2022 Offers 80s Hair Bands, Family Entertainment, Big Rides

RidgeFest 2022 offers three days of music, food, libations, children's activities, merchants and more, July 29-July 31 in Chicago Ridge.


NAWS Pet Of The Week: Soxie

Soxie is a 6-month-old female American bulldog mix.


South Suburban Death Notices, Week of July 25

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

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