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Mass Murderer Already Released After Parole Decision

Carl Reimann shot five people to death at the Pine Village Steak House in 1972. Now he's free.

Twin Peaks Sexual Harassment Detailed In Federal Complaint

Employees claim grades based on their weight affected their income and say they were forced to wear skimpy outfits that got them indecent exposure charges. "They didn't sign up to be treated like strippers ... and putting on a free strip show for dirtbags."

Veterinarian Grabs Cop's Crotch In Drunken Rage: Prosecutor

She fought off three sheriff's officers in her garage after she the left scene of an accident, prosecutors said.

How A Walkman Inspired McNamara's Golden State Killer Hunt

After her Oak Park neighbor, Kathy Lombardo, was murdered in 1984, Michelle McNamara got obsessed with true crime.

Lost Dog Returned Home, Made Honorary Police K9

Officers were so impressed with the small dog that they honored him in a special way.

Woman Thwarts Pickpockets At Whole Foods: Cops

They tried to grab a wallet from a purse that was inside the victim's cart but didn't get far.

Special Olympics Spring Games Opening Ceremony Set

Gold medalist Kendall Coyne and former Chicago White Sox player Harold Baines will be honorary coaches at the Soldier Field event.

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