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Son Fatally Stabbed Mother With Sword: Police

Police discovered the body of 74-year-old Judith Krystyniak after noticing what appeared to be a human hand sticking out of a trash can.

At Least 17 Hurt In Crash Involving 3 School Buses, Dump Truck

A group from a YMCA camp were headed to a local forest preserve when the collision occurred.

Man, 19, Killed In Rail Yard Accident: Cops

"It is believed this was a tragic accident," police said.

Video Shows 'Vehicles Of Interest' In Fatal Hit-And-Run

Police are still looking for the driver who fatally hit a 61-year-old cyclist.

Rat Trap Thief Is Guilty, Could Face Prison Time: Prosecutors

Andrew A. Schwartz has been convicted of stealing more than $27,000 worth of rat traps from a business.

Rescued From Dog Fighting Ring, Pup Needs Cash For Surgery

Victoria needs an ACL surgery. Through her pain, though, she's still quite the grinner.

Lincoln-Way North Could Be Multi-Agency Headquarters: Lawmaker

One possibility for the shuttered school is as a new state police headquarters, including a forensics lab and home to other agencies.

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• 'Heavy Heart' After School Employee, Graduate Dies

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