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Man Convicted in 2021 Marengo Gas Station Armed Robbery and Assault. Walter R. Moran, 32, from Cicero, was convicted by a McHenry County jury for his involvement in the 2021 armed robbery, beating, and shooting at a Circle K gas station in Marengo. Authorities said Moran was found guilty of charges including Armed Robbery, Armed Violence, and Aggravated Battery after prosecutors established a detailed account of the early-morning crime using witness testimony and surveillance footage. Moran was the final participant to face conviction in this violent incident. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Apr 26) Lake County Marengo, IL Cicero, IL Chicago, IL

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White Sox Edge Nationals 5-4 at Rate Field. The Chicago White Sox held off the Washington Nationals for a close 5-4 victory at Rate Field. Brady House contributed a home run and two RBI for Washington, while Luis Garcia Jr. added an RBI and a double. The game drew 17,588 fans in attendance. (Source: Townsquare Times on Apr 23) Chicago White Sox Washington Nationals

Cubs Edge Phillies 8-7 at Wrigley Field. The Cubs held off a late push from the Phillies to win 8-7 in front of 31,057 fans at Wrigley Field. Brandon Marsh powered Philadelphia's offense with two home runs and three RBI, while Seiya Suzuki contributed three hits and a homer for Chicago. The one-run difference highlighted a back-and-forth contest. (Source: Townsquare Times on Apr 22) Chicago Cubs Philadelphia Phillies