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Body Found in Search for Missing Yorkville Teen Aiyana Williams

Body Found in Search for Missing Yorkville Teen Aiyana Williams

YORKVILLE — Authorities confirmed Sunday that a body has been located in the area where police were searching for 16-year-old Aiyana Williams, who was ...

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Aurora Firefighters Demoted After Forcing Police Officer Off Road in Patrol Car

Aurora Firefighters Demoted After Forcing Police Officer Off Road in Patrol Car

ILLINOIS — Two Aurora firefighters have been demoted after a bizarre and dangerous confrontation with a police officer, in which they allegedly forced the ...

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Illinois Bill to Raise Senior Driving Test Age Passes, Awaits Pritzker's Signature

Illinois Bill to Raise Senior Driving Test Age Passes, Awaits Pritzker’s Signature

ILLINOIS — A new piece of legislation awaiting final approval from Governor JB Pritzker could change the way Illinois handles senior driver testing. If ...

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Chicago Homeowner Forced to Pay Squatters to Leave — State Law May Soon Change

Chicago Homeowner Forced to Pay Squatters to Leave — State Law May Soon Change

CHICAGO — A South Side homeowner was recently forced to pay $4,300 to a pair of squatters just to get them out of his ...

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Pride Fest 2025 Brings Joy, Community, and Resilience to Chicago's LGBTQ+ Celebration

Pride Fest 2025 Brings Joy, Community, and Resilience to Chicago’s LGBTQ+ Celebration

CHICAGO — Under the summer sun and amidst record heat, thousands gathered in Northalsted this weekend to celebrate Chicago’s 2025 Pride Fest, a two-day ...

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Illinois Lawmakers Approve Thousands of Bills Without Knowing the Cost

Illinois Lawmakers Approve Thousands of Bills Without Knowing the Cost

ILLINOIS — In a year when Illinois approved a record-breaking $55.2 billion state budget, only 10 out of 3,859 proposed bills included cost estimates ...

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Chicago Outdoors Report: Jumbo Perch Return To Lake Michigan As Summer Fishing Heats Up

Chicago Outdoors Report: Jumbo Perch Return To Lake Michigan As Summer Fishing Heats Up

CHICAGO — The summer fishing season in Chicago is off to an energetic start, as jumbo perch are once again being hauled from Lake ...

Lake Shelbyville Offers Year-Round Outdoor Adventures, From Bass Fishing to Biking

Lake Shelbyville Offers Year-Round Outdoor Adventures, From Bass Fishing to Biking

ILLINOIS — Known as one of Illinois’ premier recreational lakes, Lake Shelbyville continues to attract anglers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts alike — especially following ...

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Oval-Cut Diamonds Top the List: Illinois’ Latest Engagement Ring Trends Revealed

Oval-Cut Diamonds Top the List: Illinois’ Latest Engagement Ring Trends Revealed

CHICAGO — When it comes to picking the perfect diamond for an engagement ring, Illinois residents are showing a clear preference: oval-cut diamonds have ...

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Alabama Flips Florida Running Back From Illinois Commitment in Major Recruiting Shift

Alabama Flips Florida Running Back From Illinois Commitment in Major Recruiting Shift

CHICAGO — A promising commitment for the University of Illinois football program has been upended, as highly touted running back Javari Barnett has flipped ...

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