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Snowplow driver dies in trash crash | Dogs left in unlocked, running car go missing | THC beverages are a first for United Center

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Pregnant Woman Found Dead With Stab Wounds During Apartment Fire

A second person in the apartment was taken to a hospital for smoke inhalation, authorities said An arson investigation is under way.>>Read More.

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Snowplow Driver Killed In Crash With Train: Authorities

The mayor said the 64-year-old's coworkers were “stunned and deeply saddened” by the crash.>>Read More.

2 Dogs Go Missing After Being Left In Running Car For Hours: Police

The owner said they left the dogs in the car, which was left running and unlocked, around 2 p.m. When they returned to the car at 4:24 p.m., the dogs were missing.>>Read More.

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THC Beverages Coming To United Center In 1st For Major Arena In U.S.

The live entertainment venue is partnering up with RYTHM, Inc., which is based in the northwest suburbs, to sell the hemp-based drinks.>>Read More.


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