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41 Animals Found Dead In Illinois Pet Store

Police made the horrifying discovery after getting a report that the shop had closed and been abandoned with pets still inside.

CFD Diver Drowns Searching For Missing Boater In Chicago River

Officials say the 46-year-old CFD diver became separated from team in a rescue attempt for a still-missing boater. Two other divers treated for minor injuries.

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'Roseanne' Canceled After Racist 'Ape' Tweet

The network won't be returning to Lanford, Illinois, after Roseanne's remarks about Obama aide/Chicago mayor's office staffer Valerie Jarrett.

Dog-Nappers Steal Yorkie From Driveway: Cops

The suspect exits the car after circling a few times, and steals Coco from her driveway.

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Illinois Facebook Users Notified Of Lawsuit Over Photo Tagging

Millions of people in the state could be involved in a lawsuit over Facebook's facial tagging feature, according to a report.

Northwestern Student Falls From 4th Floor Of Fraternity House

The 20-year-old is in critical condition after falling from the top of a frat house Monday afternoon in Evanston.

82-Year Old Woman Beaten To Death

The elderly woman was found dead over the weekend.

Coyote Who Escaped Brutal Attack Nearly Crushed By Tree

A coyote pup named Peace who was the sole survivor in a drowning and beating last year, which left six of his siblings dead, narrowly escaped danger again over the past Memorial Day weekend.

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