Cook County
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Two held in forest preserve attackSep 14, 2007 11:00 pm - A pair of Rolling Meadows teenagers who authorities say staged a violent attack on revelers in a Cook County forest preserve were ordered held on $75,000 bond Friday. Al...
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St. Charles N. 21, Thornton Fractional N. 13Sep 14, 2007 11:00 pm - It could have been a completely different outcome for St. Charles North if it hadn't caught a break with under a minute to go at halftime. That turned out to be one of t...
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Police say men were drag-racing along Rt. 59 in BartlettSep 14, 2007 11:00 pm - Police have arrested two men they say were drag-racing along Route 59 in Bartlett -- including one who authorities said was under the influence at the time. The 21-year-...
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Glenbrook South 48, Maine West 7Sep 14, 2007 11:00 pm - The coldest night of the young season greeted the players at John Davis Stadium on Friday night as the wind chill made it possible for people to utter the two most beaut...
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Planned Parenthood foes plan to march in Aurora todaySep 14, 2007 11:00 pm - Abortion opponents are planning a massive protest march today at Planned Parenthood in Aurora, with organizers likening the event to the Biblical Battle of Jericho. The ...
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Briefs: 'Alcopop' ads targetedSep 14, 2007 11:00 pm - A new state law aims to keep companies from marketing flavored alcoholic beverages to minors. The drinks, also known as "alcopops," are alcoholic beverages mixed with fr...
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Huntley crash claims fourth victimSep 14, 2007 11:00 pm - The phone calls have been pouring in day after day to Augustine Onwualu's home from family back in Nigeria. Two brothers, 22 cousins and dozens of other family members h...
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What's the buzz? Bees, wasps now thrivingSep 14, 2007 11:00 pm - Does early fall weather, with sunny skies and brisk air, sound perfect for an outdoor picnic? Ask bees and wasps, and you'd get a resounding yes. You could say it's the...
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Elgin peace walk a message to gangsSep 14, 2007 11:00 pm - Elgin residents Friday night said they are taking back the streets after the city's recent rash of gang-related violence. Nearly 100 people gathered at Clara Howard Park...
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Suicide-prone girls our society's faultSep 14, 2007 11:00 pm - I'm saddened but not surprised that the suicide rate is up for young Americans girls. Look at how we adults present the world. We live in the greatest nation on the plan...