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By Staff in News on Jun 16, 2011 5:40PM

Police say that Steven Cole, who was arrested for allegedly stabbing his father to death, admitted to the crime in a 911 call. [Chicago Breaking News]
Media-generated term we didn't need to read today: "mancession." [Sun-Times]
Police issued a community alert today after a jogger was attacked on the lakefront trail near 35th Street. [Chicago Breaking News]
Majestic Star casino laid off 50 workers at its two boats in Northwest Indiana this week. [NBC Chicago]
The Expired Meter has some helpful tips on how to remove last year's city sticker from your car's windshield. [The Expired Meter]
Visa delays postpone Shakespeare Theatre's production of 1001 Nights. [Tribune]
The Wisconsin General Assembly passed Gov. Scott Walker's budget at 3 a.m. over objections from Democrats. [Associated Press]