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Man Makes 10 Nuisance 911 Calls, Then Fakes Seizure: Cops

A Frankfort man is accused of making the non-emergency calls while drunk, according to the Will County Sheriff's Office.

Jeb Bush Honors Late Mother In Oak Brook: 'I Love Her Dearly'

Jeb Bush said of his late mother, who died a day before the event, "I'm blessed to be her son."

Free Speech Lawsuit Costs Joliet Junior College $30,000

Ivette Salazar is an extraordinary young woman, says First Amendment Lawyers Association Wayne Giampietro of Poltrock & Giampietro.

Six Flags Opens Saturday, Will Debut New Attractions This Year

The amusement park will open on Saturday, April 21. This season, Six Flags will debut the world's largest loop coaster and a holiday fest.

8 People Escape From Townhouse Fire In Plainfield

Firefighters from Oswego, Lockport, Minooka and Troy assisted in fighting the fire, Plainfield fire officials said.

DCFS Handgun Ban In Home Day Cares Challenged As Unconstitutional

The 2 concealed carry licensees and gun rights groups filed a federal suit challenging state rules forbidding handguns from home day cares.

Deerfield Assault Weapons Ban Doesn't Really Ban Magazines: Suit

The village of Deerfield appears to be inaccurately portraying its ordinance on its website.

Chicago Jazz Festival 2018: Ramsey Lewis Will Play One Last Time

The late summer event will add more days and venues this year. Check out the schedule that was released Wednesday.

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