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Officers Rescue Wheelchair-Bound Resident from Crystal Lake House Fire. Four police officers in Crystal Lake responded swiftly to a structure fire on Cambridge Place on February 19, rescuing a wheelchair-bound resident along with another individual and a cat. The Crystal Lake Fire Rescue Department and police arrived after reports that two residents were trapped inside the burning home. Police officers, arriving ahead of fire crews, entered the dangerous scene and evacuated the occupants before the fire rendered the house uninhabitable. Authorities acknowledged the officers’ decisive actions during the emergency. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Apr 11) Lake County Crystal Lake, IL Algonquin, IL Huntley, IL

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Rays Defeat White Sox 8-5 at Rate Field. The Tampa Bay Rays topped the Chicago White Sox 8-5 at Rate Field. Ben Williamson contributed with two doubles, three RBI, and scored twice, while Ryan Vilade collected three hits, an RBI, and crossed the plate three times. The game drew 14,648 in attendance. (Source: Townsquare Times on Apr 13) Chicago White Sox Tampa Bay Rays

Sabres Defeat Blackhawks 5-1 at United Center. Buffalo controlled the game throughout, taking a commanding win over Chicago at the United Center. The Sabres limited the Blackhawks’ offense while consistently building their lead. The game drew a crowd of 17,056. (Source: Townsquare Times on Apr 13) Buffalo Sabres Chicago Blackhawks

Cubs Edge Pirates 7-6 at Wrigley Field. The Chicago Cubs edged the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-6 in a close contest at Wrigley Field. Brandon Lowe powered the offense with two home runs and five RBI, while Dansby Swanson added a home run and scored three runs. The game drew a crowd of 35,711 fans. (Source: Townsquare Times on Apr 11) Chicago Cubs Pittsburgh Pirates

Magic Defeat Bulls 127-103 at United Center. Orlando Magic outscored the Chicago Bulls for a decisive 127-103 road victory at United Center. The Magic established control early and maintained their lead throughout the game. The matchup drew a crowd of 21,522 attendees. (Source: Townsquare Times on Apr 10) Chicago Bulls Orlando Magic