Also happening today, Illinois lawmakers passed a budget for the new fiscal year earlier this morning and it is now up to the Governor to sign it; the FAA is asking for input from the public as it considers O'Hare expansion plans; and much more.

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In other stories tonight: More than 900 new cases of coronavirus identified in Illinois; Lake County deputies help de-escalate domestic violence situation; Lake Michigan will be dangerous, weather officials say; and more. 

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In other news today: Illinois House has approved establishing a 13th state holiday sending the measure to the governor’s desk; Six Flags Hurricane Harbor in Gurnee debuts “the world's tallest water coaster” Saturday; and more.

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In other news tonight: robust level of road trips expected over holiday weekend; feds, Chicago Police announce major drug busts; Chicago Symphony Orchestra returns for live performances; and more. 

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Also happening today, some colleges and universities say vaccinations will be required before students return in the fall -- at Indiana University it is still unclear; state health officials say Illinois' COVID positivity rate has dropped to 2% - the lowest number since tracking began; and much more.

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Also happening today, the family of a longtime concession worker for the Chicago White Sox was surprised and upset when the team quietly removed her name from a seating area at the ballpark and replaced it with the name of manager Tony La Russa; Chicago Police Department gets training this week on an interim foot pursuit policy that take effect next month; and much more.

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In other top stories tonight: McCormick Place unveils ambitious slate of events; Chicago Pride Parade will return, a little later than usual; Adam Toledo's family announces plans for not-for-profit; and more. 

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Also happening today, a Northbrook backyard will be again the center of attention today as investigators look for clues of a nearly 40-year-old cold case; and much more.

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In other top stories: Hammond, Ind. authorities recover body of missing boy with autism; SNAP 'discouraged' by Archdiocese conclusion into Father Pfleger investigation; and more. 

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Also happening today, the Lake County Coroner has positively identified a body found Monday night in the Little Calumet River in Hammond as that of 12-year-old Kyrin Carter; two people were bitten and one dog was killed in an attack by two other dogs last night in Palatine; and much more.

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