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• 7-year-old girl wounded in Waukegan shootout

  08-11-2022 23:42
  A 7-year-old girl was wounded during a shootout Monday night between people in two vehicles in Waukegan.
  
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• Buffalo Grove's new top cop says he plans to build on Casstevens' legacy

  08-11-2022 23:41
  Buffalo Grove's new police chief praised his predecessor Monday and said he plans to build on his legacy.
  
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• Two injured in Lake Forest crash

  08-11-2022 23:33
  Two drivers were taken to the hospital after a collision Tuesday in Lake Forest.
  
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• Man convicted in Bloomingdale Twp. kickback scheme gets 5 years

  08-11-2022 23:24
  A federal judge Tuesday gave a five-year prison sentence to a man convicted for his role in a kickback scheme involving former Bloomingdale Township Highway Commissioner Robert Czernek, according to the U.S. attorney's office.
  
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• ‘It's So Hard Not to Have Her Here': Rep. Casten Tears Up in Victory Speech

  08-11-2022 23:24
  
  After declaring victory in a hotly-contested battle for Illinois' 6th District, Rep. Sean Casten teared up in a speech to supporters, remembering his late daughter who suddenly died earlier this year.
  
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• Lauren Underwood Defeats Scott Gryder in Illinois' 14th District, NBC News Projects

  08-11-2022 23:24
  
  Rep. Lauren Underwood has secured reelection in Illinois’ 14th Congressional district, beating out Republican challenger Scott Gryder, NBC News projects.
  
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• Illinois Democrats Appear to Retain Supermajorities in State House, Senate

  08-11-2022 23:13
  
  Illinois Democrats have claimed victory in the race to retain their supermajorities in both the Senate and House, meaning that the state will be under clear Democratic control for the next two years.
  
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• Live Illinois Election Results: Supreme Court Races and Where They Stand

  08-11-2022 23:02
  
  Among the races being highly-watched in Illinois during the midterm elections were multiple Supreme Court races.
  
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• Neighbors in the news: St. Isaac principal honored with Lewis University award

  08-11-2022 22:46
  Barrington resident Carol Burlinski, principal of St. Isaac Jogues Catholic School, Hinsdale, was named the 2022 recipient of the Bishop Roger L. Kaffer Outstanding Principal Award from Lewis University.
  
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• 'Thank you for your service': 2022 Veterans Day events in the suburbs

  08-11-2022 22:39
  Friday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day. Here's a look at some suburban ceremonies and events to honor those who've served.
  
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• Sean Casten Defeats Keith Pekau in Illinois' 6th District, Denying Republicans a Chance to Gain a Seat

  08-11-2022 22:37
  
  Rep. Sean Casten has apparently survived yet another close electoral challenge, edging out Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau to return to Congress from Illinois’ sixth district.
  
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• Authorities identify man who died after being struck by car in Beach Park

  08-11-2022 22:36
  Using images of fingerprints and tattoos Lake County authorities identified a man who was struck and killed by a car in Beach Park late last month while he was lying down on a road.
  
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• Man Charged With Stabbing, Dismembering Alleged Drug Dealer Over Prices

  08-11-2022 22:14
  
  A man is charged with fatally stabbing an alleged drug dealer during a dispute over prices, then dismembering the body and scattering the remains on several blocks in the Austin neighborhood.
  
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• With Several Big Races Yet to Be Called, See the Latest Illinois Election Results

  08-11-2022 22:00
  
  As votes continue to be counted in Illinois, several big races have yet to be called.
  
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• Create a custom glass holiday piece at Mundelein studio's open house

  08-11-2022 21:57
  Create your own custom glass holiday items weekends through Dec. 18 at Peter Patterson Glassworks, 888 Tower Road, Unit E, in Mundelein.
  
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• These Key Races Remain Too Close to Call in the Illinois Midterm Elections

  08-11-2022 21:56
  
  Most of Illinois' midterm election results have largely evolved as expected so far, with Democrats holding onto several Congressional seats and retaining the governorship of the state.
  
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• No, Tonight's Moon Isn't the Lunar Eclipse. It Already Happened. But If You Missed It, Here's What's Next

  08-11-2022 21:34
  
  Those living around the Chicago area got to witness a blood moon this morning as a total lunar eclipse was visible throughout the region.
  
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• Illinois Members of Congress Hold Serve in Early Midterm Elections Returns

  08-11-2022 21:13
  
  There have been no major surprises so far in Illinois’ Congressional races, with incumbents largely holding serve thus far and newcomers being elected to Washington in the first and third districts.
  
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• Schaumburg cyclist dies after crash with vehicle in Hoffman Estates

  08-11-2022 21:02
  A 48-year-old Schaumburg woman was killed Sunday when she was struck by a vehicle while riding a bicycle near Shoe Factory Road south of Higgins Road in Hoffman Estates, police said Tuesday.
  
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• Dan Brady Concedes to Alexi Giannoulias in Illinois Secretary of State Race

  08-11-2022 20:55
  
  Former Illinois Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias has apparently won statewide office for the second time, defeating Republican Rep. Dan Brady in a hotly-contested race to become the new secretary of state.
  
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• River North Bar Shuttered Days After Deadly Mass Shooting Over the Weekend

  08-11-2022 20:23
  
  A nightclub in River North was shuttered by the city on Tuesday after a fight outside escalated into a shootout over the weekend, leaving a man dead and three other people wounded.
  
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• Who Won the Race for Governor in Illinois? See Latest Results and Projections

  08-11-2022 20:09
  
  Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has earned a second term in office, defeating Republican challenger and Illinois State Sen. Darren Bailey, AP projects.
  
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• Tammy Duckworth Triumphs Over Kathy Salvi in Illinois Senate Race, AP Projects

  08-11-2022 19:45
  
  Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth has secured a second term in office, defeating Republican challenger Kathy Salvi, the Associated Press has projected.
  
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• J.B. Pritzker Wins Reelection in Illinois Governor's Race, NBC News Projects; Bailey Concedes

  08-11-2022 19:43
  
  Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has earned a second term in office, defeating Republican challenger and Illinois State Sen. Darren Bailey, NBC News projects.
  
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• Two people dead after car crashes into home in Park Ridge

  08-11-2022 19:11
  Two people were killed after a car crashed into a home in Park Ridge Tuesday morning, ABC 7 Chicago is reporting.
  
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• Champaign County Reports Election Day Connectivity Issues, Possible Cyber Attack

  08-11-2022 19:00
  
  Champaign County officials reported connectivity issues and computer servicer performance problems on Election Day, possibly due to cyber attacks as the county says it has been targeted repeatedly in the last month.
  
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• What Happened With the Powerball Drawing and Where Was it Won? Here's What Officials Say

  08-11-2022 17:39
  
  Monday's Powerball drawing — or the lack of one — stirred a slew of questions. So what exactly happened, and why was the most recent drawing delayed?
  
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• Here Are Both Ways the Illinois Workers' Rights Amendment Could Pass Tuesday

  08-11-2022 17:25
  
  While the Illinois governor’s race has generated plenty of attention during this election cycle, the very first question facing voters on their ballots is actually a constitutional amendment.
  
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• Live Illinois Election Results: The Race for Governor

  08-11-2022 17:12
  
  Voters watching election results in Illinois on Tuesday will undoubtedly be watching to see who wins the most high-profile and contentious race in this midterm: the race for governor.
  
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• What Happens if the Illinois Workers' Rights Amendment Passes?

  08-11-2022 17:04
  
  As Illinois voters cast their ballots, the very first decision they'll have to make is whether or not to support a constitutional amendment called the "Workers' Rights Amendment."
  
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• Illinois Live Election Results: Track Races as Votes Are Counted

  08-11-2022 17:01
  
  After polls close Tuesday in Illinois and as votes are counted across the state, you can track election results as they come in right here on NBCChicago.com and the NBC Chicago app.
  
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• Schaumburg cyclist dies after crash with vehicle on Shoe Factory Road

  08-11-2022 16:29
  A bicyclist has died after a crash involving a vehicle just after 3 p.m. Sunday on Shoe Factory Road south of Higgins Road, according to Hoffman Estates police.
  
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• Minnesota Lottery Claims Responsibility For Delay in Powerball Drawing

  08-11-2022 16:26
  
  The Minnesota Lottery has taken responsibility for the delay in Monday evening's Powerball drawing, which left millions of Americans on the edge of their seats overnight before results were eventually announced on Tuesday.
  
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• Watch NBC Chicago's Live Illinois Election Coverage

  08-11-2022 16:21
  
  To make sure you're up to date on all the news happening during Illinois' 2022 November Election Day on Tuesday, NBC Chicago will have coverage and updates throughout the night wherever you are.
  
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• Some Voters Weren't Given 2nd Ballot Page in Error at Multiple Chicago Precincts, Officials Say

  08-11-2022 15:29
  
  In an error that was reported at nearly two dozen Chicago precincts, some voters were only given the first of two ballot pages when they went to cast their ballots this Election Day. But the Chicago Board of Elections said voters shouldn't head back to finish their vote.
  
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• 2 Killed After Vehicle Crashes Into Park Ridge Home

  08-11-2022 15:12
  
  Two people were killed Tuesday morning after a vehicle crashed into an unoccupied home in Park Ridge, according to police.
  
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• 13 Winning Powerball Tickets Worth $750,000 Total Sold in Illinois

  08-11-2022 15:10
  
  A Powerball player finally bagged the giant jackpot — an estimated $2.04 billion, to be exact — in Tuesday's drawing. And while the winning ticket was sold in California, Illinois still saw quite a share of winners.
  
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• Sharpies, Felt-Tip Pens Are the Preferred Way to Fill Out Paper Ballots in Illinois, Officials Say

  08-11-2022 15:00
  
  Despite the potential for bleed through, Sharpies and felt-tip pens given by poll workers to voters are the preferred voting tool to fill out Illinois' paper ballots, election officials say.
  
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• Election Results: Track if the Workers' Rights Amendment Passes in Illinois

  08-11-2022 14:22
  
  One of the major issues set to be decided this Election Day in Illinois is the fate of the workers' rights amendment, also known as Amendment 1.
  
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• Man Charged With Stabbing, Dismembering Person After Remains Were Found in Austin Alleys

  08-11-2022 14:10
  
  A man was charged Tuesday in the fatal stabbing and dismemberment of a person whose remains were found over five days in alleys close to the suspect’s home in Chicago's Austin neighborhood.
  
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• What Time Do the Polls Close on Election Day in Illinois? Here Are Polling Place Hours and More

  08-11-2022 13:59
  
  Voters have been funneling in and out of polling places throughout Election Day in Illinois — and if you're looking to cast your ballot, there's still time.
  
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• If You Matched at Least 1 Number in the $2B Powerball Drawing, You Won Money. Here's a Payout Breakdown

  08-11-2022 13:11
  
  While the chances are slim of winning the jackpot, players have a much greater chance of winning a smaller prize - ranging from $4 all the way to $1 million.
  
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• How to Get Live Illinois Election Results as Votes Are Counted

  08-11-2022 13:10
  
  Illinois voters have big decisions to make this election, as the state's governor seat is up for vote, along with multiple other state and local races, as well as the top-of-the-ballot Workers' Rights Amendment.
  
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• Illinois Coronavirus Updates: Tripledemic, Masking Recommendations

  08-11-2022 12:42
  
  Here's what you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic across Illinois today.
  
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• Beyond the Jackpot, There Are Other Ways to Win in the Powerball. Here's How

  08-11-2022 10:18
  
  After numbers were announced Tuesday morning for the massive $2.04 billion Powerball jackpot, there could be plenty of winners out there -- though they may not be for the jackpot.
  
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• Results for $2.04B Powerball Jackpot Are Pending, Lottery Officials Say

  08-11-2022 09:35
  
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• After 10-Hour Delay, Here Are the Winning $1.9 Billion Powerball Numbers

  08-11-2022 08:33
  
  Check your tickets: More than 10 hours after Monday's $1.9 billion Powerball jackpot drawing was supposed to occur, the winning numbers have been revealed.
  
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• Do Bring Notes in With You, Don't Take a Ballot Selfie: Illinois Voting Do's and Don'ts on Election Day

  08-11-2022 08:07
  
  Whether this is your first or your fortieth time voting in Illinois, let's brush up on some of the "do's" and "don't's" before you enter the ballot booth.
  
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• Massive Fire Breaks Out in Chicago's Logan Square Neighborhood

  08-11-2022 07:27
  
  Chicago Fire Department is responding to "still and box 2-11" alarm fire Tuesday in Chicago's Logan Square neighborhood, officials said early Tuesday.
  
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• Live Illinois Election Day Updates: Election Results Flow In After Polls Close

  08-11-2022 06:48
  
  The day for you to exercise your civic duty is finally here: The 2022 Illinois midterm elections. Here's where you can find updates here throughout the day about what Election Day looks like across Illinois, how to get results, how to find your designated polling place and more.
  
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