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Teenager Detained Following Shooting Incident in Normal, Judge Rules

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Normal, IL — A 17-year-old has been ordered detained following a shooting incident in Normal, where a man was critically injured. This decision was rendered by a local judge late Wednesday, marking a pivotal step in a case that has captured the community’s attention. Authorities reported that the shooting occurred Tuesday evening in a residential area of Normal, a town located approximately 130 miles southwest of Chicago. The victim, a 28-year-old male, sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving treatment at a nearby hospital. The teen, whose identity has not been disclosed due to his … Read more

19-Year-Old Lawsuit Plaintiff Faces Felony Charges Following Violent Altercation with Normal Police

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NORMAL, Ill. – A 19-year-old woman who filed a lawsuit against the Normal Police Department for an alleged violent encounter with officers last year is now facing felony charges herself. The woman, Taylor Brown, came forward with her federal lawsuit last March, accusing the department of violating her rights during their investigation of a fire at her apartment in February of the previous year. In a recent development, a McLean County Grand Jury indicted Brown on two counts of aggravated battery to a peace officer. The charges stem from an incident in which Brown is … Read more