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Border Separations: 66 Migrant Children Housed In Chicago

A Chicago nonprofit group is using its shelters to house the kids. On Friday, Sen. Dick Durbin toured them.

Teen Playing With Gun Accidentally Shoots Man

A 17-year-old shot a 21-year-old man by accident while "playing" with a gun inside a home, police said.

Man Chases Parents, Fires Shots At Their Car

Police say a 30-year-old man is in custody, facing several charges after a high-speed chase and shooting at his own parents as they tried to drive away.

Acquitted Cop Disciplined By Police Department

A cop accused of firing his gun into the ceiling of his girlfriend's home last year was found not guilty in court but will still face discipline from his bosses.

Drunk Driver Tosses Beer Can Out Window During Traffic Stop: Cops

The officer had to use the air horn and excessive police sirens and lights in order to stop the car.

One Town Sues Another, Saying New Water Rate Violates Civil Rights

The village violated its neighbor's constitutional rights by passing a "punitive" law raising the price of water, according to a federal suit.

Store Owner Recognizes Alleged Burglar On Street: Cops

Police said the eagle-eyed store owner noticed a man walking past him was wearing the same clothing worn by the suspect who broke into his store.

Rauner Mulls Medical Marijuana For Opioid Patients

Days after a judge blocked the village from enforcing its new gun ban, trustees amended the ordinance to include high-capacity magazines.

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People in Springfield, Missouri, protest the U.S. policy of family separation at the border. (Photo via Shutterstock)

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