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Share-worthy stories from the Illinois Patch network to talk about tonight:

New Heart 'Feels Different, But In A Good Way,' 11-Year-Old Says

Drake fan Sofia Sanchez received a new heart shortly after her 11th birthday.

Park District Employee Is Winner of VFW Queen of Hearts Jackpot

A Schaumburg woman has been revealed as the lucky winner of the $7.08 million jackpot.

Man Fatally Shot By Police Was Armed With Air Rifle: Cops

More details have been released into the officer involved shooting.

Prosecution Rests Case In Jason Van Dyke Murder Trial

Jurors heard from ballistics and use-of-deadly-force experts on fourth day of testimony in Jason Van Dyke murder trial.

Cubs' Addison Russell On Leave After Ex's Domestic Abuse Claims

"I hope my story empowers and inspires other women," Melisa Reidy wrote in a blog post linked to her Instagram account.

Sparks Fly In First IL Governor Debate

Gov. Bruce Rauner faced criticism from three sides Thursday – front-runner JB Pritzker and a pair of third-party candidates.

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• Chicago Makes List Of Hookup Spots
• Closed Carson's Store Sued By Customer
• Man Attacks Good Samaritan: Cops
• Cook County In Top 30 For Drowsy Driving Deaths
• Unleashed Dogs Stir Controversy
• Obama Center Closer To Becoming A Reality
• Breasts Touched Inappropriately During Salon Manicure: Cops
• Men Shot With Rifle In Evanston
• Lake County Jail Death: Chiefs Demoted, Officers On Leave

Across America

• Kavanaugh Accuser May Testify: Lawyer
• Indiana Man Gets 160 Years For Impregnating 10-Year-Old Girl

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