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Dog Fatally Stabbed By Owner After Attacking Child: Police

A family dog was fatally stabbed by its owner after it attacked a child, police said.>>Read More

6th Tornado Confirmed In Illinois This Week: NWS

A sixth tornado was confirmed in the suburbs, NWS said, ranging from EF-0 to EF-2.>>Read More.

Dishonorably Discharged Sex Offender Stalked Victim He Saw On Social Media: Police

He was dishonorably discharged from the Navy after he was convicted of attempted rape and attempted sexual assault. Now he's facing new charges, including stalking and attempted burglary, according to police.>>Read More.

Man Who Raped Girl He Drove To IL From Iowa Learns Federal Prison Term

“Ryan Zelek raped and brutalized a 13-year-old girl and recorded a video of it on his cell phone,” Assistant U.S. Attorney Kristin M. Pinkston argued in the government’s sentencing memorandum.>>Read more.

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