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Need a Laugh?

A fake severed head, a pink elephant and more are all part of the bit in this week's YouTube viral video.

News

Baby Gorilla Nayembi Recovering from Injuries

See tiny 6-month-old Western lowland gorilla Nayembi learn to move around as she recuperates at the Lincoln Park Zoo.

News

Seeing Eye People: Video

What to do about all of the dangers when walking and texting? This week's YouTube viral Video shows you how to do it safely.

A rendering of the new Busy Brains Children's Museum in Lake Villa.

Awareness

Busy Brains Children's Museum Finds a Home

The new facility will be located in Lake Villa, and draw adults and kids from throughout the region.

News

Wet Washcloth in Space

What happens when you wring a wet washcloth in zero gravity?

News

Bruins-Sabres National Anthem Pays Tribute to Boston

This moving rendition of our national anthem paid tribute to the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings.

Police & Fire

Share Thoughts, Prayers, Reaction for Boston

A look at how people are showing support for those affected by the terror attack at the Boston Marathon.

News

Runners Vow Not to Let Boston Bombings Deter Them from Future Races

First-hand accounts from Illinois runners who participated in the Boston Marathon.

News

Human Chair Scare Prank

Watch out where you sit!

Arts, The Neighborhood Files

At the Movies: Jackie Robinson Story, Scary Movie Open this Weekend

Scary Movie V, 42, Disconnect and To the Wonder all will hit box offices this weekend.

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