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Bill Gates Believed To Be New Owner Of Hyde Park Home

Microsoft founder Bill Gates appears to have paid more than $1 million for a home near the University of Chicago.

Burbank Woman Scares Off Attacker In Attempted Sex Assault: Cops

The woman was chased down and tackled from behind by a suspect who tried to sexually assault her, according to police.

Guns, Ammo Seized From Illinois Teen Seen Wearing Neo-Nazi Gear

ATF officials asked local police to assist with a "threat assessment" of the 19-year-old after receiving an anonymous tip.

Worth Girl Fights To Keep Chickens After Mayor Cries 'Fowl'

The girl battles to keep her pets after the mayor gives village chicken owners 45 days to get rid of their backyard poultry.

After 1 Year Missing, Family Cat Found Safe In Naperville

Remy went missing in May 2017, but he was reunited with his family nearly a year later.

Janitor Who Videotaped Jr. High Girls Gets Prison

Will County Judge David Carlson announced the sentence Tuesday.

Andrew Post-Prom Illnesses: More Students Reported Sick

Lab work is needed to determine if norovirus is the cause of students getting sick following Friday's prom, health officials say.

Maine West High School Retires Native American Live Mascot

There will no longer be any "student or adult in costume representing a Native American Warrior of any kind," the principal announced.

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