Frankfort, IL|News|
'This Is Not Me': Hastings' Ex-Wife Disputes Campaign Letter
Kathleen Hastings says she had no idea that a letter supporting Sen. Michael Hastings' re-election bearing her name was being written.
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- 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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Chicago|News|
Biden, Harris To Make Stops In Chicago In Support Of Illinois Dems
President Joe Biden will arrive in Chicago on Friday before Kamala Harris arrives Sunday to stump for Illinois incumbents in tight races.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Powerball Jackpot Grows To $1.5B After No Ticket Matched Winning Combo
Illinois players have until 9 p.m. Saturday to purchase a ticket as lottery hopefuls will chase the third-largest prize in lottery history.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
IL Attorney General Kwame Raoul Files Lawsuit To Halt Jewel Merger
Raoul joined two other attorneys general in the lawsuit which attempts to delay a proposed merger between Albertson's and Kroger.
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Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
1 Killed In Fiery Crash Involving Semi-Trailer In Dolton: Reports
Police believe speed was a factor in a crash that occurred when a car hit another vehicle, spun out, hit a truck and burst into flames.
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Chicago|News|
Talking Turkey: Inflation, Bird Flu Spike Costs As Thanksgiving Nears
Illinois residents will pay more for their holiday feasts this year as the cost of turkey has jumped to record prices in some cases.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Campaign Letter Not Meant To Mislead Voters: Hastings Rep
A spokesman for Sen. Michael Hastings says a letter written by his sister was not meant to seem like it came from Hastings' former wife.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Obamacare Open Enrollment Begins: What You Need To Know In Illinois
Enrollment began Tuesday, and residents can sign up on the state's exchange website. Illinois is one of seven states covering abortion care.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Wednesday’s Powerball Jackpot Swells To $1.2B: What To Know In IL
Illinois residents have the chance to become the third-ever jackpot winner from the Land of Lincoln and have until 9 p.m to buy tickets.
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Manhattan, IL|News|
1 Person Injured After Driver Turns Into Path Of Oncoming Semi: ISP
Police said the driver of a Ford Explorer was taken to the hospital after the crash, which took place on Route 52 near Cherry Hill Road.
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Chicago|News|
White Sox Expected To Name Royals' Pedro Grifol Next Manager: Report
The long-time Royals bench coach could be named as Tony La Russa's replacement to take over the Sox as early as Friday, ESPN reported.
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Mokena, IL|News|
Mokena Photographer, No-Kill Shelter Partner To Produce Pet Calendar
Photographer Jean Lachat and NAWS are seeking sponsorships and photos of local dogs and cats that will be featured in the charity calendar.
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Chicago|News|
Taylor Swift To Perform Pair Of Soldier Field 'Eras' Shows In 2023
Swift comes to Chicago in early June as part of a stadium tour that begins in the spring and features music from throughout her career.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
4 Illinois Metro Areas Among Best Places To Retire: U.S. News
Chicago, Peoria, The Quad Cities and Rockford all made it onto the list of the top 150 places in the country for retirees to settle down.
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St. Charles, IL|News|
2 Killed In Crash Involving School Bus, Vehicle: Cops
A Lexus SUV carrying four people hit the back of the bus, police said, and a male and female victim were killed and two were seriously hurt.
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Chicago|News|
Chicago's Hideout To Begin Hiatus, Hopes To Reopen in 2023: Owners
The music venue's decision comes on the heels of a former employee's social media post that outlines mistreatment by Hideout leadership.
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Chicago|News|
Bah, Humbug? Chicago Radio Station's Christmas Season Begins Tuesday
Lite FM announced that its 22nd year of playing holiday music begins Tuesday afternoon with a three-hour commercial-free parade of tunes.
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Across Indiana, IN|News|
Delphi Man Arrested, Charged In 2017 Slayings Of Teen Girls: Police
Richard M. Allen, 50, has been charged with two counts of murder in connection with the deaths of Abigail Williams and Libby German.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Flu Arrives Early, Off To Worrisome Start: The Situation In Illinois
While flu cases are extremely low so far this season, health experts expect to see numbers rise while other health issues are also at play.
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Across Indiana, IN|News|
Man In Custody In Connection To 2017 Delphi Murders: Reports
Richard Allen was booked into jail in connection to the deaths of Abigail Williams and Libby German, according to multiple reports.
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