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Angry Boyfriend Tries To Blow Up Girlfriend's Bed: Prosecutor

Boyfriend's attorney tells judge his client is "going through some rough patches."

IDOT Roadwork To Shut Down Without Budget, Rauner Calls For Special Session

Gov. Bruce Rauner wants a special legislative session as the state's Department of Transportation says it can no longer pay its contractors.

YouTube Singer Austin Jones Released On Home Confinement

The 24-year-old Bloomingdale resident faces federal child porn charges and must remain off the internet while he awaits his trial.

Bandits Bust Into Area Businesses; Steal 27 Guns From Minooka Ace Hardware

Stores in Minooka, Joliet and New Lenox were burglarized this week and police say the same trio may be to blame for all break-ins.

Man With Concealed Carry Permit Shoots At Suspects Who Robbed His Car

No one was hurt in the incident, which happened Wednesday afternoon on Wacker Drive.

No Charges Yet in Shooting That Involved Chicago Aviation Officer

A Chicago Police Aviation officer was involved in the shooting, according to police. An 18-year-old Deerfield man was shot in the abdomen.

Weeks After Murder of Local Air Force Vet, Police Arrest 1

The local man was fatally shot over the Memorial Day weekend during a home invasion. Police have charged a Wonder Lake man with his murder.

Hail Mary Pass For Historic Wheaton Mansion?

Two anonymous residents are planning to buy and move the endangered House of Seven Gables, but they only have until July 10.

Fun Things To Do In Chicagoland This Weekend: June 16-18

Father’s Day, parish carnivals, classical music and craft beer highlight this weekend in Chicagoland.

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