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NAACP leader calls migrants "like savages" | 44 years in teen's stabbing death | Police used taser before fatally shooting man: mayor

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Arrest Made After Pregnant Woman Murdered, Left On Side Of Road: Cops

Authorities have arrested a man who they believe was involved in the strangling death of a 39-year-old pregnant woman, whose body was dumped on the side of a suburban road last month.>>Read More.

'Like Savages,' Migrants 'Raping People': Illinois NAACP President

A video recording of racist remarks during a Zoom meeting has resulted in requests for Teresa Haley to resign as Illinois NAACP president.>>Read More.

Man Who Stabbed Teen Girl To Death Sentenced To 44 Years

The 27-year-old was living in the same house as the victim, her sister — whom he was in a relationship with — and four others at the time.>>Read More.

Police Used Taser Prior To Fatal Shooting: Mayor

Jack Murray, 24, was shot and killed by police earlier this month after he reportedly confronted officers with a knife.>>Read More.


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