Crime
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Man convicted of killing Laken Riley sentenced to life in prison without parole
Nov 20, 2024 10:34 am - The Venezuelan man convicted of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in a case that became a flashpoint in the national debate over immigration.
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One hurt, one in custody after shooting in ElginNov 20, 2024 8:58 am - Elgin police said a woman sustained injuries that were not considered life-threatening after being shot Tuesday evening.
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Susan Smith is denied parole 30 years after drowning 2 sons by rolling car into South Carolina lake
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Wheaton offering anti-theft devices to Kia, Hyundai ownersNov 20, 2024 6:52 am - In response to a rise in motor vehicle thefts, the Wheaton Police Department is providing steering wheel lock devices to those who live in the city and own eligible Hyundai and Kia models being targeted by thieves.
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Elgin man faces 6th DUI chargeNov 20, 2024 6:51 am - An Elgin man with five past offenses of drunken driving was accused of driving last week in McHenry with nearly four times the legal limit of alcohol in his system.
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Second teen detained in West Chicago murdersNov 20, 2024 6:50 am - A second West Chicago teen has been ordered detained while awaiting trial on charges stemming from the murders of two men earlier this month. Ivan Ramirez, 18, of the 800...
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Two teens charged in Woodridge robberyNov 19, 2024 9:14 pm - Two teenagers are accused of robbing someone after arranging to buy AirPods and other items from them at a Woodridge park.
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Mount Prospect police confiscate guns after middle school student posts threatsNov 19, 2024 8:25 pm - Mount Prospect police confiscate guns from home after a middle school student posted threats on social media.
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Doctor identified as Barrington shooting victim, suspect in court WednesdayNov 19, 2024 7:38 pm - Olga Duchon, who died from a gunshot wound in the chest in Barrington Sunday evening, was a prominent endocrinologist.
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Wheaton police offering antitheft devices to eligible Kia and Hyundai ownersNov 19, 2024 6:00 pm - To combat the rise in recent motor vehicle thefts, the Wheaton Police Department is providing steering wheel lock devices to those who live or work in town and own eligible Hyundai and Kia models being targeted by thieves.