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Michael Bassaly of Downers Grove is charged with first-degree murder in the death of his mother. He told a 911 dispatcher that he shot her in the head, according to prosecutors.

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Six Flags Great America Announces Plans for Fastest Wooden Roller Coaster in...

August 30, 2013, 12:37 pm

Six Flags Great America is building the world's tallest and fastest wooden roller coaster for 2014.

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Judge Orders Patch Editor to Reveal Confidential Source

August 30, 2013, 1:43 pm

A Will County judge gave Patch editor Joe Hosey 21 days to turn over police reports and reveal who leaked them in connection with a brutal double murder in Joliet.

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Are You Concerned About Dangerous and Drunken Drivers?

August 31, 2013, 3:57 pm

If so, people who think as you do may be smaller in number, says AAA.

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Best of Craigslist: Abstract Cat Rug; Wolverine Snow Globe

August 31, 2013, 3:59 pm

Check out some of the most interesting posts we found for the DuPage County area this week.

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DuPage DUI Arrests, Sept. 1 Edition

August 31, 2013, 4:05 pm

Get the details in this week's roundup.

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How Do You Make the Perfect PB&J?

August 31, 2013, 4:12 pm

Well, for starters, you want your peanut butter to jelly ration at 2:1. What are your tips for creating the perfect sandwich?

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Labor Day by the Numbers: Celebrating American Workers Since 1882

September 1, 2013, 3:03 pm

U.S. Census Bureau has facts and figures on the types of jobs we do, what we make for them, how we get to them and more.

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Football Recap: Hinsdale South, Downers South Fall in Openers

September 1, 2013, 5:15 pm

After a wild, stormy weekend of rain delays and postponed football games postponed, the local teams look to rebound following season-opening losses. According to IHSA.org, the area scores included:...

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Patch Roundup: Man Accused of Murdering Mother; Fatality on Metra UP-W Line

September 2, 2013, 7:05 pm

Also this week: an overnight burglary spree, a district is victimized by an 'abducted student' prank and two neighboring businesses' feud boils over.

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1st Darien Pet Parade is Saturday: Week Ahead

September 2, 2013, 7:59 pm

Patch highlights a few of the notable goings-on this week that have been posted by the community to our events calendar.

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Job Central: U. Chicago Medical Center, Marquette Bank and More are Hiring

September 3, 2013, 8:13 am

Whether you are looking for a new job or are just curious what is available, here are few local job openings to get you started.

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Tri-State Fire District Officials' Raises Lead to 'Pension Windfall': BGA Report

September 3, 2013, 12:50 pm

The Better Government Association reports on the Darien-based Tri-State Fire Protection District's habit of giving pay raises to top officials before they retire, which in turn increases their...

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What’s the Going Rate for a Child’s Haircut?

September 3, 2013, 1:08 pm

Haircuts are a rite of passage for many kids, but just how much will that trip to the salon or barber cost you?

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Manhunt Monday: Have You Seen Epifanio Rivera?

September 3, 2013, 4:53 pm

This 55-year-old is wanted for predatory criminal sexual assault of a child.

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