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Illinois Man Stomped Kitten To Death At Train Station: Police

A security guard told the man he couldn't board the train with a kitten on his shoulder, so he stomped on its head and took a bus instead, police allege.

K-9 Officer Credited With Finding Lost Girl Dies at Age 10

Aries the K-9 died unexpectedly on Sunday. The seasoned officer is credited with tracking down a little girl who went missing plus numerous drug busts.

Man Charged In 3-Year-Old Girl's Death

The toddler's body showed signs of trauma, and an autopsy indicated she died from multiple injuries from an attack, according to a police.

Ex-Alderman Leads Union Group Trying To Buy Chicago Sun-Times

The $15M bid was one of five received by the deadline on Monday.

Sea Lion Pups Born At Brookfield Zoo

The babies are currently bonding with their mothers and learning how to swim.

Catholic School Settles Lawsuit With Father Of Expelled Student

A white student's father sued after the teen was expelled for playing a racially charged song in front of a black student.

Man Flashes Gun At Gas Pump, Says 'I Spared Your Life:' Police

He pulled the gun after another customer complained that he parked too close.

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