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Human Case Of ‘Rabbit Fever’ Reported In Cook County

Authorities are warning residents to avoid contact with wild rabbits and to keep their pets leashed after a human case of the potentially fatal infection was reported.

Escaped Inmates Still On The Loose, Including Accused Murderer

One inmate had been recaptured but two remained on the loose after they found a way to break through the jail's brick wall.

Woman Will Lose Eye From Sucker Punch On CTA

Cops recognized him from surveillance images of the "unspeakable" attack after he was arrested for stealing shoes. The 67-year-old victim will have surgery to remove her injured eye.

Elizabeth Brackett, Longtime 'Chicago Tonight' TV Host, Dies

The award-winning broadcaster and triathlete was in a coma after she was found last week on a lakefront bicycle path.

9-Year-Old Boy Hurt In Hit-And-Run Crash Dies

A young boy has died after being struck by a vehicle crossing a busy intersection with his mother and younger sibling, who were also hurt.

Fights Break Out At Great America; 2 Girls Arrested

Watch video of the brawl captured by a visitor to the theme park.

Greeter At Meijer Accused Of Punching Shopper

He said he believed he recognized the victim from a previous incident.

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Across America

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• 'Gut-Wrenching' Family Separations On Border: Senator

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