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New details have been released about the man accused in a shooting that left one officer dead and a second officer fighting for their life at a hospital over the weekend.
Meanwhile, a suburban woman is hoping to find the hero she says found her and called 911 after she suffered an aneurysm — an act that saved her life and her unborn baby.
Plus, a GoFundMe page has been set up for the family of a school security guard who officials say died a hero, shielding students after a crash caused a pole to topple.
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Man Charged In Cop's Killing Had Been On Electronic Monitoring: CPD
The man charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping and multiple other felonies in a shooting that left one officer dead and another gravely wounded had been on electronic monitoring for an alleged carjacking — but the device was no longer transmitting.
Pregnant Mom, Baby Saved By Stranger After Brain Aneurysm; Now She Wants To Find Hero 911 Caller
Stacey Doranski suffered a medical emergency on Christmas Eve 2025. A 911 call saved her and her baby's life—and she's so grateful.
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'Heroic' Security Guard Dies From Injuries Sustained In Crash Outside High School: Police
According to a GoFundMe set up for his family, Rivas sustained a traumatic brain injury while shielding students he was helping cross the street.

Decomposing Animal Body Found Dumped In Trash Bag Was Raccoon: Sheriff
The discovery came shortly after police announced a probe into the bodies of six dogs found dumped nearby, but police say the remains weren't a canine companion after all.
1 Injured As Dump Truck Overturns In Eisenhower Expressway Crash: IL State Police
The dump truck reportedly flipped over on top of the other car, spilling gravel across the highway.
Victim Fires Shots, Chases Armed Robbery Suspect Before Orchard Road Crash: Police
Police say the victim fired gunshots at an armed robbery suspect before starting a pursuit that ended when both vehicles crashed early Saturday.

Adoptions Open For 2026 Riverwalk Duck Race
Thousands of rubber duckies will vie for a chance to win cash.
Man Found Dead In Home, Woman Seriously Hurt: Police
Anyone with information, including eyewitness accounts
or surveillance video, is asked to contact police after the man was found dead and the woman seriously hurt over the weekend.
Valuable Basketball Card Stolen After Package Opened: Police
The resident told police they signed for the card and then noticed the package was already open and the card had been taken from its holder.
Fatal Crash On I-55 Causes Hours-Long Closures: State Police
The collision, which involved multiple vehicles, occurred around 5:15 a.m., police said. Traffic was diverted off the interstate at U.S. Route 30.
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