Two Chicago men are accused of stealing 39-thousand dollars worth of cigarettes from an Elmhurst store -- while dressed as police officers.
Police say Claiborne Robertson and Charles Watkins went into the Little Shopper Store on York Road and claimed to be inspectors looking for cigarette stamps.
Robertson and Watkins then allegedly handcuffed an employee and took off with 780 cartons of cigarettes.
They were arrested after a police chase, and charged with robbery.
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On Friday, the current Chicago Teacher's Union President Karen Lewis announced that she has been re-elected and says she won with 80 percent of the vote.
On Friday, the current Chicago Teacher's Union President Karen Lewis announced that she has been re-elected and says she won with 80 percent of the vote.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:51 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:51:51 GMT
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn must decide if he will sign a measure allowing the use of marijuana for medical purposes after the state Senate approved legislation on Friday.
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn must decide if he will sign a measure allowing the use of marijuana for medical purposes after the state Senate approved legislation on Friday.
