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Teen Sexually Abused Staffer At Suburban School: Cops | Illinois PatchPM
1 dead in crash involving school bus | Janitor fired after child porn allegations | Arson fire displaces 24 families
Editor's note: An earlier version of this article stated a student was accused of sexually abusing a teacher at a suburban school; police identified the victim only as a school staff member.
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Teen Sexually Abused Staff Member At Suburban School: Cops
The 18-year-old is accused of making physical contact with the school staffer for "his sexual arousal," police said.>>Read More.
1 Killed In Head-On Crash With School Bus
Ten students and the bus driver were taken to area hospitals to be checked out as a precaution. The driver of the other vehicle was killed.>>Read More.
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School Janitor Charged With Child Porn Fired, But Wins Court Victory
A judge granted his release before trial, but the school board voted to fire the janitor, who also took photos and videos of students from the janitor's office, prosecutors said. >>Read More.
Arson Charge Filed Following Apartment Fire That Displaced 24 Families
One person was treated for smoke inhalation after the fire, which caused $2 million in damages.>>Read More.
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