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Sunday, August 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Chicago. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ More than 30 years have passed since Tammy Jo Zywicki, an Iowa college student, disappeared after her car broke down on Interstate 80 near La Salle and her body was found stabbed along Interstate 44 in Missouri. The FBI and Illinois State Police are reexamining DNA evidence—seeking fresh leads and offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information. Daily Herald
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Blackwell Forest Preserve (known for its scenic views and abundant wildlife) attracts many visitors seeking a peaceful natural retreat. The preserve offers a quiet area for recreation that appeals to local residents. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois will offer a 48-day tax amnesty for those who owe back taxes from June 30, 2018 to July 1, 2024. Eligible taxpayers can settle their bills from Oct. 1 to Nov. 17 without penalty—officials say the program helps recover missed revenue. Daily Herald
- ➤ A social media post on August 23 claimed that National Guard vehicles were seen near Billy Boy’s in Chicago Ridge—an assertion debunked by PolitiFact, which confirmed that no orders were given and the vehicles were likely on routine assignments. Daily Herald
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