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Following the money: Inside Cook County crackdown on cargo theft, stolen goods

A theft doesn’t end when stolen merchandise leaves a shipping container. For Cook County sheriff’s investigators, the next question is who will buy it — and who will profit.That pursuit brought investigators to Future Fashion on West 47th Street in Chicago’s Brighton Park neighborhood. FOX 32...

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Joliet police board votes to reinstate pay of lieutenant charged with Flock Safety misuse

The Joliet Board of Fire and Police Commissioners voted to reinstate the pay of a lieutenant who’s facing a charge of misusing Flock Safety technology, as well as termination for that alleged misuse.At Tuesday’s board meeting, commissioners Pat Strocchia, John Stefanski and Tomas Ponce voted to...

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No. 3 Illinois, with 5 key players back on the roster, reloads for another run at the Final Four

Expectations are high at Illinois after a season in which the Illini made their first Final Four appearance in 21 years, compiled the fourth-most wins in school history and finished second behind national champion Michigan in the Big Ten. Illinois Fighting Illini basketballLast Year's Record: 28-9,...

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Illinois bill would mandate data centers pay host cities

Senator Sue Rezin has proposed a bill that would make data centers pay a tax to what's called a Community Benefits Agreement,

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Eye On Illinois: Are you among the 453 who got a cryptocurrency scam refund?

In a state of more than 12.7 million people, 453 constitutes a remarkably small percentage.According to annual Census estimates, Illinois has 1,294 incorporated places; 893 had at least 456 residents in 2025, more than 11 million people from Chicago to Dix. The other 401 accounted for 89,183, from...

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Plano Methodist Church to host free veterans’ luncheon

Plano Methodist Church will host a free soup, sandwich and dessert luncheon for veterans, their families and active military in the Plano area from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, according to a news release.The church is located at 219 N. Hale St. in Plano. The luncheon will feature soup,...

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Crest Hill breaks ground on 260-unit luxury apartment development

Construction has begun on the Seasons of Crest Hill, a new residential development that will create 260 luxury residential units, the city of Crest Hill said.City officials, project representatives, community partners, and members of the development team gathered earlier this month to mark the...

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AI security camera monitoring a retail store aisle in Chicago, symbolizing advanced theft prevention.

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AI busting shoplifters

In a city where shoplifting has become an all-too-familiar headline, a new AI technology is stepping in to change the game. Imagine a watchful eye that never blinks, tirelessly scanning aisles and catching would-be thieves in the act. This isn't science fiction; it's the new reality for hundreds of...

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Four-year lineman Christian Malachuk, Nazareth preparing for long road trip, title run: Suburban Life notebook

```json { "content": " As the crisp autumn sun begins its slow ascent over Naperville, casting long shadows across quiet suburban streets, Christian Malachuk reflects on the journey ahead—both the demanding, near three-hour bus ride to Dunlap and the significant weight of expectations that comes...

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Northwestern Medicine Transplant Institute unveiled, a beacon of hope for patients.

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New institute aims to make Northwestern Medicine a transplant destination

On a crisp Tuesday morning, the halls of Northwestern Medicine buzzed with anticipation as the new Transplant Institute was unveiled. Dr. Satish Nadig, a passionate transplant surgeon, stood before a crowd, embodying the hope and commitment that this initiative promises for countless families in...

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