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40 More Sears/Kmart Locations To Close, Including IL Stores

The struggling retailer has announced that it is shuttering another 40 stores in February, including the last Kmart in Chicago.

Man Impales Self On Chain Saw: Fire Department

The man was trimming trees near a cemetery when the chainsaw became impaled in his chest.

Standoff Ends With Man Emerging From House Wearing Knife Necklace

The man, who allegedly suffers from mental health issues, is accused of Macing his wife before barricading himself in their home.

'It's A Wonderful Life' Popup Bar Returns

The space will transform into Bedford Falls as guests don vintage duds to rub shoulders with George Bailey wannabes, sip Flaming Rum Punch (the angel Clarence's favorite) and watch the Frank Capra holiday classic.

Custodian Finds Gun Outside School While Clearing Leaves

A rusty revolver was recovered in a line of bushes outside the school, police said.

Commander Fired After Recruit Dies At Great Lakes Naval Station

Opiates were found in the system of the 25-year-old sailor found dead in his barracks last month — 3 weeks later, his commander was removed.

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• New Law Could Mean Roomier Airline Seats: Illinois Rep
• Man Accused Of Stealing Red Cross Funds From Hurricane Victims
• Northwestern Law School Cuts Faculty, Staff Amid Deficit Budget
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Across America

• Trump Involved In, Directed Hush-Money Payments: WSJ
• Girl, 10, Charged With Stomping Baby To Death

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