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Fire Pit Explosion Injures 8 Teens, Leaves 1 In Coma: Reports

Police said a flammable liquid was poured into a fire pit, causing an explosion and injuring teens.

Illness Outbreak Hits About 50 Suburban Students Post-Prom

Some students were hospitalized, including several who became ill after traveling out of state. In one case, 911 was called after a student passed out, according to parents.

2 Dogs Rescued From Precarious Situation By Firefighters

The rescue operation occurred at a local quarry.

Boy Wins Top Prize At National Rubik's Cube Competition

The local 10-year-old won the gold medal in his division during the first-ever event over the weekend in Philadelphia.

Firefighters Battle Blaze at Old Navy

More than 30 employees and customers escaped a fire late Sunday afternoon.

Mass Murderer Prompts School District To Issue Alert

A man convicted of shooting five people to death at a suburban restaurant in 1972 has been released and moved in across from the school, prompting officials to express concerns and beef up police presence.

Yodeling Walmart Boy Gets Record Deal

Illinois 11-year-old Manson Ramsey also fulfilled his dream of performing at the Grand Ole Opry.

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