Janusz Owca, 32 of Maine Township, obviously needs a lesson in how best to help his defense when accused of a violent act. Actually, judging from this story, he needs lessons in of things. But Owca definitely wins for "Bonehead Move Of The Week" for his dumbassery. It all began with a reported incident of domestic violence this weekend. more ›

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UIC officials have arrested a 24-year-old student after she allegedly sent out e-mails threatening violence on the West Loop Campus. The e-mail apparently went out Friday afternoon, and an eventual recipient was a senior administrator who reported the e-mail to police. According to a university spokesperson, the e-mail threatened violence in the spring. more ›