Joliet, IL|News|
K-9 Patrol Dog Reno Donated By Glasgow, Joins Joliet Police Force
The Malinois-German Shepherd was purchased by Will Co. State's Attorney James Glasgow with money seized from drug deals, cash launderers.
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Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
- Chicago, IL
I am an award-winning journalist who has worked in sports and as an investigative reporter before starting with Patch as a roving editor in April, 2020. Prior to Patch, my work appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Forbes SportsMoney, ESPN.com and other outlets. I finished the 2012 Chicago Marathon and am currently studying improv at the renowned Second City, where many a Saturday Night Live alums got their start.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
IL Sen. Duckworth Tests Positive For COVID-19, Will Work In Isolation
Tammy Duckworth, who is vaccinated and double boosted, said she is experiencing mild symptoms.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Yorkville Police Department Rolls Out Body-Worn Cameras For Officers
Officials said the department is not required to use cameras until 2025 but they assist prosecutors and provide transparency to residents.
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Chicago|News|
Loyola's Sister Jean, At 103, Adds Author To Life's Work, Achievements
Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt will publish a memoir in February and says looking back has provided her with reminders of valued life lessons.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
U.S. House Passes Respect For Marriage Bill: How Illinois Reps Voted
The measure protecting same-sex and interracial marriage passed by a 258-169 vote with 39 Republicans, including Rodney Davis, voting yes.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Illinois Residents Should Consider Masking Up For The Holidays: CDC
State health officials said that 63 Illinois counties are at elevated COVID-19 community levels and 20,495 people tested positive last week.
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Aurora, IL|News|
8 Aurora Businesses Cited For Selling Alcohol, Tobacco To Minors: Cops
The undercover enforcement effort was conducted to ensure that businesses are carding customers attempting to purchase alcohol and tobacco.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Downtown Aurora Rings Holiday Season In Style With Santa Visits, More
Downtown merchants will participate in a window decorating contest, free holiday trolley rides will be offered over two December weekends.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Satanic Temple Dedicates Holiday Display At Illinois Capitol Rotunda
The controversial group's display of a crocheted 12-foot serpent and book shares space with a more traditional nativity scene and Menorah.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva's Delnor Hospital Among U.S.'s Best For Maternity Care: Report
Delnor's NewLife Maternity Center received high-performing marks in maternity care and was one of 12 Illinois hospitals to be honored.
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Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Man Stabbed In-Laws In 'Heinous Attack' Over Divorce: Will Co Sheriff
A Wisconsin man faces attempted murder, other charges after police said he planned to exact revenge on his in-laws before a pending divorce.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
How To See Moon Cover Mars In ‘Lunar Occultation’ In Illinois
The moon will pass in front of Mars for about an hour on Wednesday night and should be visible to the naked eye for most skywatchers.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Food Pantry Gets Record Boost During Annual Holiday Food Drive
The Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry received more than 11,000 pounds of food and more than $115,000 in just more than three weeks.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Non-Profit Provides Sense Of Belonging For Forgotten Population
Community Service Foundation works with adults with intellectual developmental disabilities and provides an inclusive, supportive community.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Best Hospitals For Maternity Care: 22 IL Hospitals On U.S. News List
A total of 12 hospitals, including the Advocate and Northwestern Medicine groups, were designated as high-performing in maternity services.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Infant, Driver, Suffer Minor Injuries In Head-On Crash In Oswego: Cops
The two people were treated for injuries at an Aurora Hospital following the crash, which took place on Route 30 near Goodwin Drive.
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Oswego, IL|News|
No Threat At Oswego High School After Social Media Rumors: Police
Police worked with school district officials to investigate several social media rumors about a possible act of violence at the school
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Plainfield, IL|News|
Former Plainfield Central Volleyball Star Landfair Is Big Ten's Best
Taylor Landfair, a University of Minnesota outside hitter, won the Big Ten Player of the Year honor coming back from an abdominal injury.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Local Churches Team Up To Build New Home For Aurora Mom, Kids
The Habitat For Humanity project provided a new home for Cristal Lopez and her three boys just in time for the upcoming holidays.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Man Found Near Oswego Park Died From Self-Inflicted Gunshot: Coroner
The man was found unresponsive in a wooded area and an autopsy conducted on Sunday showed he died from a single gunshot wound.
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