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First Midwest Closing 19 Branches

The banking chain is also cutting 150 jobs.

Homes Evacuated Amidst Hostage Situation

The police activity has also resulted in a soft lockdown at local school and road closure.

Illinois Senate Addresses Sexual Assault In Youth Sports

Senate committee pushes for mandatory reporting requirements in youth sports and legal protections for accusers in sexual assault cases.

Largest Discovered Dinosaur, Maximo, Moves In To Field Museum

The dino's fossilized bones will be taking over the room that Sue once occupied.

Elderly Couple, Son Sustained 'Multiple Sharp Force Injuries'

The victims were identified as a couple in their 70s and their 50-year-old son.

Burglars Drive SUV Into Louis Vuitton Store

After smashing the window, they stole $50,000 in luxury bags.

11 Illinois Towns Sue Opioid Manufacturers, 'Pill Mill'

The lawsuit accuses several drug makers of "fostering and perpetuating an epidemic of prescription opioid abuse."

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Across America

• Trump Can't Block People On Twitter, Federal Judge Rules
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