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State Police arrests child sex offender at trunk or treat event in Kankakee Co.
By Samantha Lee
Firefighters work to extinguish blaze in south Chicago suburb Blue Island
Mark Thompson
Mark Thompson
Reporter · Chicago, IL
Mark Thompson has spent over a decade highlighting community stories across Chicago. He graduated from Northwestern University and has contributed to various local outlets, including Chicago Reader, focusing on grassroots initiatives and neighborhood developments.
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Fire crews are working to extinguish a blaze in the south Chicago suburb of Blue Island.No one hurt in blazeAccording to a press release from the city of Blue island, the Blue Island Fire Department, with assistance from neighboring fire departments, is working to extinguish a fire near the intersectio of Western and Union avenues.At this time, no injuries have been reported.Law enforcement officials are working with the American Red Cross to find temporary housing for those impacted by the fire.City officials say they will release additional information as it becomes available.
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