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Man dies after fall during struggle with Joliet police officers at gas station
A man died in police custody early Wednesday morning after sustaining a fall during a struggle with officers at a Joliet gas station, authorities said.
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Driver charged with DUI after passenger killed when vehicle slams into Lake County home
A Round Lake Beach man was charged with reckless homicide and driving while under the influence after his passenger was killed when the vehicle they were riding in crashed into a home, authorities sai... -
Which restaurants, fast food spots are open on Christmas Day?
Not feeling like cooking on Christmas Day or perhaps you need a quick bite to eat on the way to your holiday destination?
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Which grocery stores are open on Christmas? Here's a complete list
Christmas is here, and those who need to make a last-minute errand for a holiday gathering will have options – but not many.
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Christmas Day forecast features cloudy skies, drizzle ahead of warm-up
The Chicago area isn’t waking up to a white Christmas, but rather gloomy conditions and mid-to-upper 30-degree temperatures.
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CPS CEO Pedro Martinez granted temporary restraining order against school board
A Cook County judge ruled in favor of embattled Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez, stating that school board members cannot participate in negotiations with the Chicago Teachers Union unless invited by Martinez to do so.
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Who qualifies for the IRS' $1,400 stimulus check? What to know as payments go out
In the coming weeks, the Internal Revenue Service is set to send approximately 1 million taxpayers $1,400 stimulus checks, according to officials.
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Last-minute holiday shoppers flock to Chicago's State Street for Christmas Eve
Thousands of people flocked to Chicago’s State Street on Christmas Eve to grab last-minute gifts for the holidays.
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Chicago woman, 96-year-old father to share Christmas together in emotional reunion
A Chicago woman is preparing to celebrate Christmas in her home with her 96-year-old father, decades after she was put up for adoption.
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What grocery stores are open on Christmas? Here's a look at stores' holiday hours
Christmas is just hours away, and as many stores have begun to close on Christmas Eve, those who need to run a last-minute errand for a holiday gathering will have limited options.
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When does Hanukkah begin? What to know as the Jewish holiday overlaps with Christmas
While the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah often falls at varying points during November and December, this year’s festival of lights begins a bit later – and it comes with a calendar rarity.
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Chicago grandmother who lost daughter to gun violence gifted unforgettable Christmas surprise
A Chicago grandmother who lost her daughter to gun violence received an unforgettable surprise for Christmas thanks to fellow community members.
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Costco egg recall: What we know after eggs recalled in 5 states due to salmonella
A major Costco egg recall due to possible salmonella was recently upgraded to a higher level by the Federal Drug Administration, NBC News reported, with officials saying those who consume the products could suffer “serious adverse health consequences or death.”
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Why are Starbucks workers striking? More than 100 US stores on strike on Christmas Eve
The strike, which began Friday in Los Angeles, Chicago and Starbucks’ hometown of Seattle, continued spreading to stores across the country over the weekend.
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Feeling lucky? Christmas Eve Mega Millions jackpot stands at $1 billion
A lucky lottery player could see a Mega Millions Christmas miracle.
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What time does the stock market close today? Christmas Eve hours
Tech companies led a broad rally for U.S. stocks Tuesday, a boost for the stock market before it closes early for Christmas Eve.
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ISP Trooper killed on I-55 after driver violates ‘Scott's Law' day before Xmas Eve
An Illinois State Trooper was struck and killed Monday night on I-55 in Will County while removing debris from the roadway after the driver of a car on the highway failed move over.
