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'I Thought I Was Going To Die,' Boy Mauled By Dogs Says | PatchPM

Man who ODed at court speaks | Parasite sickens diners | Dogs maul boy | Chance reveals purchase in song | Serial stowaway | Taser robbery

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

Dogs Maul Boy, 12: Report

"I thought I was going to die," the 12-year-old told news outlets, saying he was attacked while trying to protect a 15-year-old girl.

Hear From Man Who Overdosed In Bathroom Of Courthouse

In a new podcast, the 24-year-old man describes his struggle with opioid addiction after overdosing more than 14 times.

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Food At Country Club Party Linked To Infected Stool, Parasites

More than 100 people of 950 attendees at an event at a golf club have contracted intestinal illnesses, according to health officials.

Chance The Rapper Reveals He Owns Chicagoist In New Song

The Chicago native hopes to relaunch the news site as "an independent media outlet focused on amplifying diverse voices and content.”

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'Serial Stowaway' Ruled Fit For Trial, Free On Ankle Monitor

A judge deemed Marilyn Hartman was in good mental health Wednesday, but she still must stay away from airports after repeatedly trying to board — and occasionally having success — international flights.

Women Use Taser To Rob Victoria's Secret

Video surveillance shows three women entering the store and then leaving with stolen clothing.

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