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ABC 7 Chicago

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Human remains found in garbage can in Chicago Heights, police say

Human remains were found in a garbage can in the south suburbs on Sunday morning, police said.

Chicago Heights, IL · 20h

CBS Chicago

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Man charged with murder of Chicago area violence prevention leader

A man has been charged with the murder of the leader of a Chicago area violence prevention leader last month​ in south suburban Chicago Heights.

Chicago Heights, IL · 4h

NBC Chicago

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New kind of DMV opens in south suburbs, and it's different than typical facilities

A new, permanent DMV is now open in the south suburbs, and this facility is a little different from others. The 8,700-square-foot facility in Orland Hills, dubbed a DMV+, is a "one-stop destination" for driver and vehicle services, along with a number of other offerings that would otherwise require a trip to Secretary of State facilities in Springfield or Chicago.

Orland Hills, IL · 6h
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hoodline.com

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New Lenox Hit-And-Run Leaves I-80 Passenger Critically Hurt, Driver Still Missing

A routine stop to check for fender-bender damage on eastbound I-80 in New Lenox turned into a nightmare before dawn on Nov. 1, when a passing sedan struck a passenger standing on the shoulder and sped away, leaving the victim with serious, life-threatening injuries. Illinois State Police are now asking the public for help tracking down the driver who fled.

New Lenox, IL · 1d
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WGN News

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Man faces kidnapping charges after alleged assault and police chase

A man has been charged with kidnapping and battery after he reportedly assaulted a woman and crashed his car with her inside.

Palatine, IL · 2d

Country Herald

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Frankfort, IL Holiday House Walk Returns Dec. 4: Tickets $35

The 45th annual event features decorated homes, holiday treats and local history.

Frankfort, IL · 5h

Country Herald

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Northwest Indiana Snow Alert: Lake Effect Possible Nov. 12–13

Northwest Indiana could see its first snowflakes as temperatures fall into the 20s and 30s by Friday.

Indiana · 2h

WATE

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WATCH: Off-duty troopers help rescue pregnant woman after crash in Indiana

An expectant mother is out of the hospital and recovering well after a husband and wife, both Indiana State Police troopers, and bystanders jumped into action Sunday following a rollover crash.

Roselawn, IN · 2d

hoodline.com

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Florida Stabbing Fugitive Arrested in Chicago After Answering His Own Door

A 32-year-old man wanted in connection with a stabbing in Florida was taken into custody in Chicago on Tuesday, November 3, after he answered the door of an apartment in the 100 block of West Elm Street. Deontae Henry had been the target of an investigation by the Cook County Sheriff’s Fugitive Apprehension Unit and the U.S. Marshals Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force before officers tracked him down.

Chicago, IL · 2d

hoodline.com

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Illinois Man Gets 45 Years for Beating Gary Liquor Store Customer to Death

Lewis, an Illinois man, was sentenced to 45 years in prison, with none of the term suspended to parole, after pleading guilty to killing 52-year-old Shantwoin Jones outside a Gary liquor store. Jones died from blunt-force trauma after being attacked with a tree branch behind Economy Package Liquors at 5150 Broadway, according to a report.

Gary, IN · 1d

CJ Coombs

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Unidentified Jane Doe found deceased in 1980 in Chicago, Illinois

An unidentified female, referred to as Jane Chicago Doe 1980, was discovered in Alsip, Illinois (Cook County), on September 23, 1980, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Alsip is a suburb of Chicago. The above photos show a facial reconstruction by an NCMEC Forensic Artist, which depicts what she may have looked like in life.

Chicago, IL · 2d

fox32chicago.com

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Construction flagger critically injured in crash near Palos Park

PALOS PARK, Ill. - A 34-year-old construction flagger was critically injured in a crash Monday morning on Archer Avenue near Parker Road, according to the Palos Park Police Department. What happened. What we know:. The Palos Park Police Department is investigating a crash involving a construction flagger that occurred on...

Palos Park, IL · 2h

Fox 32 Chicago

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$28 million verdict after doctors failed to perform C-section

Attorney Stephen Blecha discusses a $28 million Cook County jury verdict for a Bellwood family whose son suffered severe birth injuries after doctors failed to perform a C-section despite repeated warning signs.

Cook County, IL · 2h

thelansingjournal.org

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Photos: Village of Glenwood, Glenwood Academy host community bonfire

GLENWOOD, Ill. — The Village of Glenwood recently partnered with Glenwood Academy to bring back a community bonfire — utilizing many of the downed trees from summer storms. The event happened Oct. 30 on the Glenwood Academy property, where a sizeable pile of trees had accumulated after clean-up...

Glenwood, IL · 2d

ABC 7 Chicago

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Our Chicago: Helping Cook County Veterans Get the Benefits They've Earned

Wednesday is Veterans Day, a time for the country to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. military.

Cook County, IL · 1d

southwestregionalpublishing.com

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Mahomet-Seymour ousts Crete-Monee in second round

MAHOMET — Crete-Monee senior running back Dominic Jackson slowly walked to the end zone to gather with his team after host Mahomet-Seymour beat the Warriors 35-22 on Nov. 7 in a Class 5A second-round playoff game. Two of Jackson’s coaches walked side by side with their arms around him....

Mahomet, IL · 6h

NBC Chicago

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9-year-old celebrates birthday by giving back through food drive

Birthdays are typically a time for receiving gifts. But Alex Anning, a 9-year-old who lives in Tinley Park, turned his birthday into an opportunity to give gifts to others. "Today is such a special day because it is Alexander's 9th birthday food drive and giveaway," said his mother, Kymbria Young. "The event is led by young leaders, my son, Alexander, the Montessori School of Englewood, the non-profit Season to Soar and the Illinois Network of Charter Schools."

Tinley Park, IL · 3d

thelansingjournal.org

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Forest Preserves of Cook County to open 2027 event, camping reservations Nov. 16

COOK COUNTY, Ill. — Beginning Monday, Nov. 16, the Forest Preserves of Cook County will make planning an unforgettable event easy when online reservations for 2027 picnic groves and special event sites open, giving hosts a choice of nearly 300 groves across the county, including nearly 50 accessible sites.

Cook County, IL · 1d

CBS Chicago

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Families say school district discriminating against students with disabilities

Three more families have joined a lawsuit accusing Manhattan School District 114 of a pattern of discrimination against students with disabilities.

Manhattan, IL · 3d

ABC 7 Chicago

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Murder suspect in NW Indiana Walmart shooting ordered held, had been in relationship with victim

The man charged in the fatal shooting of a Walmart employee in Hammond appeared virtually in a Lake County, Indiana court Friday, where he was ordered to remain in custody.

Hammond, IN · 3d