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Report: Many Drivers Abusing Handicap Placards, Parking For Free
A new report details how a growing number of drivers are cheating the system and parking for free all day at Chicago’s metered spaces.
Man Charged With Murder In 3-Month-Old Daughter’s Death
A Jefferson Park neighborhood man stands charged with murder in the death of his 3-month-old daughter, who died this week as a result of injuries from child abuse.
Bond Denied For Suspect After Woman Was Held Captive For 2 Months
More details are emerging about an ordeal suffered by a 20-year-old woman, who was held captive inside a Jefferson Park neighborhood apartment for two months.
14 Police Officers May Be Fired For Abusing Sick Leave
A sick leave scandal has erupted in the Chicago Police Department, and 14 officers could lose their jobs.
Mother Files Lawsuit Against Daycare Center, Alleges Abuse
The sign outside a child day care center on Chicago’s West Side says: “Where all children are loved.” But a Chicago mother says her son was abused and seriously injured while he was left there.
Report: Many Knew Of Abuse Before Indiana Boy Died
A report says more than 13 people might have known of abuse endured by a Gary, Ind., boy before his death but most said nothing to authorities.
State Rep. Fights For Reforms At Group Homes
The deaths of two residents of a downstate Charleston group home in recent years have state lawmakers jumping into action.
Former Priest Living In Aurora Sued Over Alleged Abuse
A priest from the Aurora-based Missionaries of the Sacred Heart, who had gained some celebrity as the chaplain for the Indianapolis 500, was quietly removed from the priesthood last December when allegations arose that he was a pedophile.
Allegations Of Abuse Against Chicago Police Commander
A Chicago Police commander found not guilty last year of misdemeanor telephone harassment is now the focus of an abuse investigation.
Parents: Teacher Sprayed Student With Cleaning Solution
The parents of an Aurora seventh-grader have filed a complaint with police, saying his teacher sprayed him in the eyes with a blackboard cleaning solution.
Police: Woman Caught On Tape Choking Child, Charged With Abuse
A Northwest Side woman has been charged with assaulting a toddler after she was caught on a secret camera choking and shaking the girl in her high chair.
Aunt Investigated After Baby Boy’s Death
The aunt of a 3-month-old boy is under investigation for the boy’s death Sunday.
Dog Missing After Given To Animal Abuser
AURORA, Ill. (STMW) – Jamie Cotner thought he was sending his pet of six years to a good home. The west suburban Aurora man gave Eve away after he realized the sweet-natured pit bull-greyhound mix […]
Six More Chicago Cops Face Brutality Charges
Seven Chicago police officers have been taken off the street because of accusations of brutality involving a crime suspect in police custody.
Suit: Thousands Abused By Chicago Police
A Chicago lawyer is looking for thousands of suspects who were abused when they were brought in for questioning by Chicago police.
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- The List: Chicago Schools To Be ClosedThe Chicago School Board voted to close 49 underutilized or underperforming elementary schools on Wednesday as part of a plan to close a $1 billion budget deficit.492
- Board Votes To Close 49 Chicago Elementary SchoolsThe Chicago Board of Education on Wednesday voted to close 49 elementary schools, in what is believed to be the biggest single mass shutdown of schools in U.S. history.4834
- Lockdown Lifted At Morton West High SchoolMorton West High School has been placed on lock down for precautionary reasons after an unknown individual entered the building.558
- Former Glenbard East Student Accused Of Planning Columbine-Type AttackA 19-year-old former student at Glenbard East High School in Lombard was in custody on Wednesday, accused of planning a "Columbine-style" attack on the school, with a list of people he wanted to target.561
- Woman Robs North Side BankA woman robbed a Lakeview bank Tuesday afternoon on the city’s North Side.262
- Four Schools To Be Spared From Closing; Another To Be DelayedHours before a final vote by the Chicago Board of Education, Chicago Public Schools officials have agreed to back off of plans to close four of the 53 elementary schools targeted for closing at the end of the school year, Board Vice President Jesse Ruiz confirmed Wednesday morning.415
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