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Frank Lloyd Wright's Warren Hickox House in Kankakee, Illinois is on the market for $779,000, boasting original Prairie-style elements and an updated kitchen.
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Research indicates two-thirds of Chicago kids under six risk lead exposure from water, with slow pipe replacement increasing risks, according to a study by Stanford Medicine and Johns Hopkins.
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A 13-year-old boy was shot three times in Chicago's South Side and is in critical condition; no arrests have been made.
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In Chicago, confusion surrounded the eviction of migrants from city shelters after only three were removed despite a projected 34, against a backdrop of low city funds and migrant uncertainty.
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Attorney General Kwame Raoul deploys over 190 personnel to monitor Illinois polling places during the primary election, ensuring voting rights are protected and providing hotlines for reporting issues.
Chicago has started to enforce a 60-day limit for migrants in city shelters, with a few evictions and some extensions granted. Mayor Johnson's administration asserts the policy aids in fostering self-sufficiency.
Authorities are searching for 80-year-old Cathy Vanbruggen, last seen in Chicago. With blonde hair, blue eyes, and distinctive tattoos, she may need medical attention. Tips can be reported to Area 3 SVU.
An intruder broke into a Loop mosque during Ramadan, vandalized the door, and shouted hate speech, prompting a hate crime investigation and increased security.
The Chicago Police are searching for Melony Darland, a 14-year-old girl missing since March 17th from Chicago's North Side. The public is urged to provide any relevant information.
The Chicago Police Department is seeking help to find 30-year-old Luis Fernando Vanbuena Rodriguez, who has been missing since March 10 and was last seen in the 3800 block of N. Bernard Street.
A driver died after losing control and hitting a parked semi-truck on Chicago's West Side. The incident occurred just before midnight and is under investigation. No other injuries were reported.
Illinois Governor Pritzker announced a $5 million Home Illinois Workforce Pilot Program to help the homeless achieve job readiness, with application details on the state's website and an upcoming guidance webinar.
Chicago faces strong winds and fire risks, per the NWS, with concerns for brush fires and hazardous waves on Lake Michigan. Snow showers are also possible.
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