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Truck left dangling from bridge | Child airlifted after fall at climbing gym | McDonald's owner hit with child labor violation lawsuit

Here are the stories trending across Illinois on Thursday night.

75-Year-Old Pilot Killed As Plane Crashes Behind Suburban Homes

An aircraft struck the roof of a home, according to police, who said the Federal Aviation Administration is en route to the crash site.>>Read More.

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Truck Left Hanging Over 1-290 Bridge

All eastbound lanes were closed as the truck was in a "precarious" position, police said.>>Read More.

McDonald's Owner Has 550 Child Labor Law Violations: Illinois Attorney General

The owner of a suburban McDonald's is accused of more than 550 child labor law violations, including permitting children to work excessive shifts over eight hours, even up to 17 hours straight during the school year, and having children work late at night.>>Read More.

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Child Flown To Hospital After Fall At Climbing Gym

A young child was seriously injured after a 15-foot fall at a recreational facility.>>Read More.


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