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K2 synthetic cannabis combines herbs and a chemical spray that when ingested, mimics marijuana, experts say.

Sting Nets Gas Station Employee in Synthetic Pot Sale, Cops Say

Cops shut down an Oak Lawn gas station after confidential source makes synthetic pot buy, reports say.

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Marines stand in front of the memorial to Cpl. Conner Lowry, a Beverly resident, who was killed in Afghanistan.

How Do You Honor the Veterans in Your Life?

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Patch remembers the lives of local residents who recently passed away.

South Suburban Death Notices, May 21

Tornado crossing I-55 near Litchfield, IL on April 19, 2011

Tornado Season Tips: How to Prepare for Severe Weather

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Legislation to Ban Teen Tanning in Illinois Heads to Gov. Quinn

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(L to R) Henry Bros. Company Co-owner William H. Callaghan, Jr.; Ball Co-chair Mary M. Lill; Former Henry Bros. Company Owner William Callaghan, Sr.; President Christine M. Wiseman, J.D.; Henry Bros. Company Co-owner George Ferrell; and Ball Co-chair James P. Lill.

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The Black Oaks "Pink Girls" -- Adrianna, Morgan, Madison and Gabby (left to right).

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Girl Scouts Celebrate End of Year

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A child is pulled from the rubble of the Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, Okla.

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Oklahoma Tornado: How to Help

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There is a thunderstorm warning in effect for Carroll County.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning in Effect for Local Area

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A lightning bolt taken from Eukich Fields in Evergreen Park on April 6, 2013.

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Cook County at 'Slight Risk' of Severe Weather Throughout Tuesday

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Leaked List Details Village Commissioners’ Allegiance

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Evergreen Park Police Chief Michael Saunders and Erica Chriswell speak before the start of the march.

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Small, But Passionate Group Marches Against Alleged Racial Profiling

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$50 rebate Verde Energy USA inc.

By Jennifer | Monday, May 20 | 5 comments

$50 rebate from new electricity provider, Verde Energy

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Shutting down the IL govt. jobs factory; IL is corporate tax break Santa Claus; Chicago better as state capital? Your Reboot Illinois Daily Tip-Off

By Reboot Illinois | Friday, May 17 | 4 comments

DuPage County could abolish some unnecessary taxing districts under a new law passed by the legislature. Illinois has more of these units of government than any other state by a long shot.

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Girl Scout Camps Offer Outdoor Experiences, Education and Fun!

By Candice Warltier | Thursday, May 16

All girls ages 5 - 17, even those who are not currently Girl Scouts, are welcome to register for Girl Scout camps and programs. For a complete guide, visit: www.girlscoutsgcnwi.org/camp.

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Choosing the Perfect Wedding Photographer

By Christina Currie | Monday, May 13 | 1 comment

Helpful tips on picking the best photographer possible.

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Lou Lang to Tribune: Read the constitution! Quinn's budget gets watchdog group's seal of approval -and a warning: Your Reboot Illinois Daily Tip-Off

By Reboot Illinois | Monday, May 13 | 4 comments

State Rep. Lou Lang of Skokie blasts the Chicago Tribune and the Civic Federation dissects Gov. Pat Quinn's budget in today's Reboot Illinois Daily Tip-Off.

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