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Driver in fatal 2009 DUI crash facing more legal problems
Driver in fatal 2009 DUI crash facing more legal problems

A college student who killed his friend in a drunken-driving accident and has given talks about the dangers of impaired driving is in trouble for underage alcohol consumption, according to court records.

Cops: Girl, 13, brought alcohol-laced milk to school Cops: Girl, 13, brought alcohol-laced milk to school

A Glen Ellyn junior high student brought chocolate milk mixed with Bailey's Irish Cream to school as a “joke,” Glen Ellyn police said.
Will County retailers told to get 'fake pot' off shelves by Jan. 1 Will County retailers told to get 'fake pot' off shelves by Jan. 1

Will County retailers are being put on notice. If they have any synthetic marijuana on their shelves, it better be gone by Jan. 1 when a new state law banning “fake pot” takes effect.
No gun found on ex-Illini Richmond, but pistol seen in car, police testify No gun found on ex-Illini Richmond, but pistol seen in car, police testify

A Waukegan police officer testified in Lake County court Wednesday that former University of Illinois basketball player Jereme Richmond did not appear to be carrying a gun when authorities arrested him Aug. 8 at the family home of his former girlfriend.
Military, vets get home-buying help under state program Military, vets get home-buying help under state program

Gov. Pat Quinn today announced a program aimed at helping veterans and active duty military members purchase homes by providing $10,000 grants for down payment and closing costs.
Alderman wants to cut $2 parking tax hike at night Alderman wants to cut $2 parking tax hike at night

People paying to park at night in Chicago garages would be spared a new $2 parking tax under a plan an alderman said is important to keeping the city's nightlife vibrant.
Disabled parking abuse crackdown approved Disabled parking abuse crackdown approved

People who illegally use disability placards to park in free or convenient spaces could have their vehicles impounded and be required to pay up to $4,000 in fines and fees under a plan the Chicago City Council approved today.
Cook County Board remembers Maggie Daley Cook County Board remembers Maggie Daley

The Cook County Board paid tribute to Maggie Daley on Wednesday, with Commissioner John Daley remembering his late sister-in-law and the impact she had on Chicagoans.

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