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On the ground: Witnesses say police stood by during Charlottesville clashes

by Brian Seay

As the fallout from Charlottesville continue to grip the nation, many are questioning the police response at Saturday’s white nationalist rally.

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Houston charity donates nearly $100k so vets can attend PTSD camp for free

by Brian Seay

Several veterans in Houston will get to go to a PTSD camp with their families for free after a charity donated more nearly $100,000 last week.

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Illinois governor signs bill to crack down on criminals who are repeat gun offenders

by Chris Eger

A bipartisan measure designed in part to lengthen prison sentences for repeat gun offenders in Illinois was signed on Friday.

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Bipartisan push in Illinois legislature would increase sentencing for repeat gun offenders

by Brian Seay

In an effort to curb Chicago gun violence, the Illinois House on Monday approved a bill that would boost sentencing requirements for repeat gun offenders.

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