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Phony "FBI" Virus Holds Computers Hostage
In the latest twist in computer scams, overseas criminal organizations are targeting unsuspecting computer users by installing a virus which freezes a computer, holds it as ransom, and then demands the user pay as much as $450... Read More
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Fire Chiefs Praise Marshal for Sprinkler Proposal
Fire Marshal Larry Matkaitis on Friday filed the new state code with the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules in Springfield. Among its provisions is a requirement for fire sprinklers in all new single family homes. Read More
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Mobster's Daughter Writing Tribute to Father
In the history of organized crime in Chicago, few were feared as much as Harry "The Hitman" Aleman. Federal authorities believe his body count is 18 or higher. Read More
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Fire Marshal Wants Sprinklers in Single-Family Homes
After 12 years with the same state fire code, Illinois Fire Marshal Larry Matkaitis says it's time for an update. Read More
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Chicago Ridge Woman Snared in Auto-Wrap Ad Scheme
It’s a scheme similar to others that have preyed on consumers for years. The Federal Trade Commission likens it to the "sweepstakes scam" where consumers win millions, or the "secret shopper: job that pays so well. Read More
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Yelp Accused of Suppressing Positive Reviews
Business owners say their ratings on the site dropped after declining to pay for advertising. Some liken it to extortion. Lisa Parker reports.
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Carriers Pal Up to Fight Texting, Driving
The period between Memorial and Labor days has become known as the "100 deadliest days for teens" Read More
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Prosecutors Want Convicted Fraudster to Pay
Standing outside the Dirksen Federal Building, Kevin Trudeau exuded the same confidence he has shown in the scores of late-night infomercials he is now barred from producing. For decades the celebrated pitchman has offered... Read More
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Ex-Staffers Question First Aid at Six Flags
Some former employees say the park sometimes seemed more concerned about its image than providing proper medical care -- a charge Six Flags denies. Read More
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Law Erases Statute of Limitations on Your Federal Debt
Feds went after Minooka woman for overpayment of survivor's benefits from 35 years ago. Read More
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Chicago Ridge Woman Snared in Auto-Wrap Ad Scheme
It’s a scheme similar to others that have preyed on consumers for years. The Federal Trade Commission likens it to the "sweepstakes scam" where consumers win millions, or the "secret shopper: job that pays so well.
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Yelp Accused of Suppressing Positive Reviews
Business owners say their ratings on the site dropped after declining to pay for advertising. Some liken it to extortion. Lisa Parker reports.
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"Kelsey's Law" Poised to Close Teen Driver Loophole
If signed by Gov. Pat Quinn, legislation would prohibit any teen with unresolved traffic citations from getting a state driver’s license.
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Big Banks Accused of Violating Mortgage Modification Settlement
Bank of America and Wells Fargo are accused by law enforcement of turning their backs on struggling homeowners. Lisa Parker reports.
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Family Escapes Losing Thousands in Kidnap Scam
It's a scam that's victimized people all over the country, and the hallmarks are always the same: a child in an accident, a wanted criminal in another car and a demand for wired money.
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Homeowners: Real Estate Site Lists False Foreclosures
Realtors often at odds with online realty services say bad data is becoming an everyday headache.
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