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Rockford man charged in funeral van theft with dead body inside in custody: Brown County PD

Rockford man charged in funeral van theft with dead body inside in custody: Brown County PD

18 minutes ago   |   WGN TV   |   2 articles

BROWN COUNTY, Wis. - The Rockford man who was charged in the funeral van theft with a dead body inside earlier this year was taken into custody by the Brown County Police...
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Sledding accident on Copper Mountain Ski Resort halfpipe leaves 2 Spring Breakers from Illinois dead

30 minutes ago   |   ABC

Two Illinois teenagers died in a sledding accident over the weekend at Copper Mountain Ski Resort in Colorado.
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2 Illinois teens die in sledding accident in Colorado after landing on ice

2 Illinois teens die in sledding accident in Colorado after landing on ice

2 hours ago   |   WGN TV

SUMMIT COUNTY, Colo. - Two teenagers on a spring break vacation died Sunday after a sledding accident at a Colorado ski resort, authorities said. The Summit County Sheriff's...
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‘It's so stupid, I can't even put my arms around it': Political riff between Michael Madigan, Senate President Cullerton gets public airing at ‘ComEd Four' trial

2 hours ago   |   Chicago Tribune

ComEd Four trial: Former Illinois Senate President John Cullerton's name surfaced Monday over a political dispute with former House Speaker Michael Madigan.
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New customer-friendly legal recreational cannabis in Missouri cuts into Illinois' market

9 hours ago   |   Chicago Tribune

Illinois had a three year head start over Missouri's in selling legal recreational marijuana, but the newcomer is quickly stealing share with lower prices and more convenient...
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Is it illegal to drive with hazard lights on in Illinois?

Is it illegal to drive with hazard lights on in Illinois?

16 hours ago   |   WGN TV

ROCKFORD, Ill. - Say you're in a snow or rainstorm and visibility is reduced. You may wonder if it is legal to use your hazard lights to let other drivers know you're...
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What is the most popular cereal in Illinois?

What is the most popular cereal in Illinois?

16 hours ago   |   WGN TV

PEORIA, Ill. - The Breakfast Cereal Market has a yearly revenue of $21.3 billion in the United States. With many famous brands, from Lucky Charms to Cheerios, what is...
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Looking to avoid the Kennedy Expressway construction? Here's what you should know

Looking to avoid the Kennedy Expressway construction? Here's what you should know

19 hours ago   |   WGN TV

CHICAGO - A major years-long construction project on the Kennedy Expressway in Chicago is expected to cause extensive delays. Starting on Monday night, the Illinois Department...
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2 dead, 2 injured after fiery crash in Will County

2 dead, 2 injured after fiery crash in Will County

22 hours ago   |   WGN TV

WILL COUNTY, Ill. - Two people are dead and two people are injured after a fiery crash Sunday morning in Will County. According to the Manhattan Fire Protection District, three...
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How long can I stay in my apartment without paying rent in Illinois?

How long can I stay in my apartment without paying rent in Illinois?

1 day ago   |   WGN TV

ROCKFORD, Ill. - In Illinois, a landlord can evict a tenant for not paying rent on time. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Illinois issued a moratorium on evictions due to Gov. JB...
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Rockford man charged in funeral van theft with dead body inside in custody...

Rockford man charged in funeral van theft with dead body inside in custody: Brown County PD

BROWN COUNTY, Wis. - The Rockford man who was charged in the funeral van theft with a dead body inside earlier this year was taken into custody by the Brown County Police... Read more ...

Idaho OKs veto-proof bill to allow execution by firing squad

Idaho OKs veto-proof bill to allow execution by firing squad

Idaho previously had a firing squad option on the books but has never used it. Read more ...

Report: Rick Pitino Agrees to Become St. John's Coach

Report: Rick Pitino Agrees to Become St. John's Coach

He reportedly has agreed to a six-year deal with the school. Iona coach Rick Pitino has agreed to sign a six-year deal with St. John's to become the program's next men's... Read more ...

Police: Arrest made in killing of Patterson High School student

Police: Arrest made in killing of Patterson High School student

Baltimore police on Monday announced an arrest in the fatal shooting of a teenager. Read more ...

Global happiness unchanged by COVID pandemic, surprising experts

Global happiness unchanged by COVID pandemic, surprising experts

The United States also rose from 16th to 15th in the rankings of the world's happiest countries, according to a new report. Read more ...

Panthers vs. Red Wings prediction: Florida's NHL playoff push continues

Panthers vs. Red Wings prediction: Florida's NHL playoff push continues

The Florida Panthers are surging at the exact right time. Read more ...

A teardown in this pricey California enclave has listed for $13.8M

A teardown in this pricey California enclave has listed for $13.8M

A Bay Area lot is seeking to fetch a pretty penny in a clear case of how outrageous the local housing market has become. Read more ...

Amazing mom gives birth in an elevator 

Amazing mom gives birth in an elevator 

The miracle of life went down in an elevator. Watch the incredible moment a woman in Brazil gave birth in her apartment building's elevator on the way to the hospital. Even... Read more ...

Ben & Jerry's co-founder gave $1M to group opposed to US arms for Ukraine...

Ben & Jerry's co-founder gave $1M to group opposed to US arms for Ukraine: report

Ben Cohen is the president of the People Power Initiatives, which runs a project promoting voices opposed to US military support for Ukraine. Read more ...

Howard Stern urges Jon Stewart to run for president: ‘Owes it to his country'

Howard Stern urges Jon Stewart to run for president: ‘Owes it to his country'

Stern said Stewart is "Walter Cronkite trustworthy" and would make a good president. Read more ...