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

VIDEO: Man Finds Out He's Getting New Lungs

"No way, mom, not tonight! NO WAY!" he said, overwhelmed with joy.

'Concerning' Hepatitis Outbreak Continues, Suburban Chicago Cases Reported

Six more cases were reported in the last 10 days, bringing the statewide total to 75 this year.

Probation Ordered In Alleged Sex Assault At Daycare

Julio Marquez pleaded guilty to an amended charge of aggravated battery.

FBI Hunts For Suitcase-Carrying Robber

A white male in his 50s robbed a suburban bank on Thursday.

Victim In Funeral Home Shooting Flees Hospital

Police are now looking for the suspect and victim of a shooting inside a funeral home Wednesday night.

Packers Fan Loses Bid To Wear Team Gear On Bears Sidelines

A Green Bay fan can't wear his Packers gear on the Bears' sidelines during Sunday's pregame warmup, a judge ruled.

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