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Missing mom's remains IDed | Improper euthanizing allegations | Pop-up Portillo's | Mom stabbed in front of child | Ross to lead Cubs

A suburban mom solved the mystery of the ghostly "baby" she saw in her sleeping son's crib.
A suburban mom solved the mystery of the ghostly "baby" she saw in her sleeping son's crib. (Maritza Elizabeth)

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'Ghost Baby' In Crib Gives Naperville Mom Fright

The mom saw the frightening image of a "ghost baby" next to her sleeping child and could not get back to sleep until she solved the mystery.

Badly Burned Remains Identified As Woman Missing 9 Years

Bendetta "Beth" Bentley, 41, of Woodstock was reported missing in 2010. Her remains were found two years ago n rural Illinois.

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3 More Animal Welfare League Euthanasia Technicians On Probation

Disciplined Animal Welfare League employees’ state licenses have been suspended amid allegations they improperly euthanized shelter animals.

Portillo's Pop-Up Shop Coming To Woodfield Mall

Scratch and sniff wallpaper, cheese dripping from the ceiling of a "French Fry Room" and an onion ring swing will all be part of the decor at the first-ever Portillo's pop-up shop.

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Woman, 60, Charged With Stabbing Mother In Front Of Child

A bystander came to the mother's aid when she was stabbed on a forest preserve trail in front of her young child.

Chicago Cubs Hiring David Ross As New Manager: Reports

Ross will return to the Cubs three years after his Game 7 home run in the 2016 World Series, the team will announce Thursday, ESPN reported.


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