West Side, IL|News|
3 Injured In 'Accidental Explosion' Caused By Gas Leak: Berwyn PD
Berwyn police responded to the call of an explosion at a building on the 3300 block of South Oak Park Avenue.
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Eileen O'Gorman, Patch Staff
- Chicago, IL
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Palatine, IL|News|
1 Dog Dead, 1 Hurt, 2 Owners Bitten After Pit Bull, Akita Attack
A woman was walking when she lost control of her pit bull and Akita dogs. They attacked and killed one dog and hurt another, police said.
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Champaign, IL|News|
All Illinois Flags To Be Flown At Half-Staff To Honor Officer
Officer Chris Oberheim died during a shoot-out in Champaign on May 19. Gov. J.B. Pritzker asks all flags be lowered until Wednesday night
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West Side, IL|News|
Man In Critical Condition After Being Struck By Blue Line Train
The man, 58, was at the Cicero train station in the 700 block of Cicero Avenue when he stumbled and fell onto the tracks, police said
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Chicago|News|
Lightfoot Proposes Powers For Civilian Police Oversight Board
Mayor Lori Lightfoot's proposal gives the possible accountability board less power than other plans endorsed by City Council caucuses.
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Chicago|News|
Vote Delayed On Renaming Columbus Day After Accusations of Racism
Commissioner Stanley Moore said Indigenous People should not have the holiday renamed until they recognize slaves owned by Native Americans.
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Across America, US|News|
United Airlines Gives Free Flights To 5 Vaccinated Flyers
Winners, and a guest of their choice, will be given free round-trip flights to anywhere United flies for an entire year.
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Chicago|News|
UIC Drops John Marshall From Law School Name Due To Racist Views
The school said new research found the U.S. Supreme Court justice participated in the slave trade and was racist in the courtroom.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Person Injured In Shooting On North Lake Street: Aurora Police
Officials said in a statement the injury does not appear to be life-threatening.
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Chicago|News|
Illinois Weekend Events: Summer Concert, Soccer Game, PGA Party
Looking for things to do in the Chicago area this weekend? Patch has you covered.
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Plainfield, IL|News|
IMSA Student and Taco Bell Employee Wins $25,000 Scholarship
Emma Darbro, a senior at the Illinois Math and Science Academy, was awarded the highest scholarship amount from the Taco Bell Foundation.
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Chicago|News|
No Confidence Vote On Lightfoot, Top Cops From Police Union
The Fraternal Order of Police, the union representing rank-and-file cops, issued the vote on Wednesday, citing long hours and low morale.
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Champaign, IL|News|
Illinois Wesleyan Sigma Chi Chapter Suspended For Hazing Incident
The chapter at the university is not allowed to maintain a presence on campus or live in the chapter house following a hazing incident.
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Chicago|News|
Metra, Amtrak Slowly Restore Normal Service With Federal Funds
Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced Wednesday Amtrak would begin running popular routes more frequently. Metra lines will slowly resume as well.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park Resident Chosen To Restart Buckingham Fountain
The famous Chicago landmark has been dormant since 2019. Dominique Lalrinzuala will represent Orland Park to turn it back on.
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Chicago|News|
Man, 22, Shot In Head Waiting For Red Light On Lake Shore Drive
The young man was shot late Tuesday night in the Gold Coast area. Police said the shooter yelled 'gang slogans' at the man before firing.
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Chicago|News|
Cook County To Hold Hearing On Changing Columbus Day Name
A group is pushing to change the name of the holiday to Indigenous Peoples' Day to show recognition of Columbus' harm towards the group.
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Chicago|News|
$300 Extra Unemployment Pay Will Not Be Cut In Illinois: Pritzker
Many Republican governors are ending the extra aid given to unemployed workers during the pandemic as a way to force them back to work.
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Champaign, IL|News|
1 Officer Killed And 24-Year-Old Suspect Dead In Shooting: Police
Darion Lafayette, 24, was killed during the shooting, according to the County Coroner's Office. A second officer was wounded but is stable.
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Chicago|News|
Ban On Evictions To End In August; How State Will Help Renters
Illinois banned evictions during the start of the pandemic. Now, as landlords and property companies lose money, renters will have options.
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