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6th-Grader Can Use Medical Marijuana At School: Illinois AG

Lifting the ban is only temporary as the state decides how to deal with the issue of prescription pot on school grounds.

Beloved Darien Boy Dies After Battling Rare Brain Tumor

Joey Ventimiglia, 7, who loved the Cubs and playing baseball and football, passed away after fighting a rare brain tumor.

Dick Durbin: Trump Made 'Vile And Racist' Immigration Remarks

The Illinois senator countered Trump's denial on Twitter, saying he was in the room and heard the vulgar remarks repeatedly.

RELATED: 'Coward, Racist' Trump Should Resign: Illinois AG Candidate

'Horse Extrication' Makes Fire Department Get Creative

North Chicago firefighters used a ladder truck and a hose to hoist a horse to safety on Route 41.

Fake Widow Scams ETHS Track Star Saving For Car

An Evanston student-athlete was defrauded out of $1,200 by an eBay gift card scam.

Illinois Attorney General Candidate Robbed At Gunpoint: Cops

Three men are accused of robbing Aaron Goldstein and members of his campaign during a photo shoot Thursday on the NW Side.

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