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Share-worthy stories from the Illinois Patch network to talk about tonight:

Kennel Fire Kills 'Unknown Number Of Dogs'

A patrol officer saw the fire and ran into the building to save many of the animals.

Gymboree Closing: Bankruptcy Will Shutter Stores In Illinois

Gymboree, which also operates the Janie and Jack and Crazy 8 stores, will file for bankruptcy and liquidate stores in Illinois: Reports.

Fate Of Sears, With 33 Illinois Stores, May Come Monday

Sears is on the verge of collapse and its ultimate fate will likely be decided Monday.

Woman Charged In Lower Wacker Crash That Killed Baby

The woman has been charged with DUI, police said.

Trump Birth Control Coverage Rules Blocked, Affecting Illinois

The central issue in the case revolves around an Obamacare requirement that birth control services be covered at no additional cost.

Don't Fall For Phony GoFundMe Pages For Fallen Trooper: ISP

Neither the police nor the family of Trooper Christopher Lambert have authorized any fundraisers yet.

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• Student Filmed Writing Racial Slur On Whiteboard
• Man Robbed In Bump & Grab Theft
• Pastor Removed After Sex Abuse Allegation
• 3 Charged With Robbing DePaul Student
• Kitten Extricated From Wall By Firefighters
• Home Invasion Victim Runs To Police Station
• Woman Rescued From Townhouse Fire
• Harrah's Sued By Customer
• Accused Dog Killer Faces New Charges
• Camaro, Cash Facing Drug Forfeiture
• Local Playground Equipment Donated To Kids In Pakistan
• District Approves $10 Million Referendum Increase
• Man Raising Money After Dog Shot

Across America

• GOP Leader Vows Action Against King For White Supremacist Remarks
• Authorities Reveal Why Jake Patterson Kidnapped Jayme Closs

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