• Whistleblower ex-Joliet, Illinois police sergeant files lawsuit over loss of job

  

• Some Chicago aldermanic aides receiving hefty year-end bonuses

  

• Pittsburgh police investigate early morning shooting in Middle Hill

  

• Four injured after two‑car crash tears through North Miami yard

  

• Dallas nonprofit helping families facing homelessness selected for 11 Days of Giving

  

• Reflecting on Jennifer McLogan's remarkable career

  

• Photos allegedly show state officials hindering effort to put out Lachman Fire

  

• Lt. Gov. Patrick says his plan can eliminate school property taxes for homesteads