Gold
Couple Accused Of Stealing $220K From Blind Woman
At least $220,000 in platinum, gold and silver bars, and coins were stolen from a 72-year-old, legally blind northwest Indiana woman, and the couple accused of looting her home under the guise of caring for her each face up to eight years in prison.
Evanston Coin Shop Owner Charged With Buying Stolen Goods
The owner of a popular coin shop in Evanston has been jailed, on allegations some of his biggest customers were crooks, and he knew it.
Nearly $1.5 Million In Silver, Gold Found In Drug Dealer’s Storage Space
Some lucrative loot was discovered in the western suburbs as federal agents carried out a major drug investigation.
Pricey Items From Mobster Calabrese’s House Going Up For Auction
The treasure trove of former Chicago Outfit hitman Frank Calabrese Sr. goes on the auction block next month.
Guide To Chicago’s Literary Landmarks
Chicago’s literary history lives largely in its stories and structures, two things that are often intertwined in urban literature. Here’s a selection of notable sites of literary history in and around Chicago.
Expert Warns Of Pitfalls Of Buying And Selling Gold
If you’re thinking of buying or selling gold, WBBM Newsradio 780′s Mike Krauser has some advice from an expert.
New Field Museum Exhibit Is All About Gold
The Field Museum is giving visitors what might be described literally as a golden opportunity. PHOTO GALLERY
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