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"It is very hard to convince Cooper that he will be happy again," his family said of the 8-year-old mass shooting survivor. (via Highland Park Patch)

'Hopeless, Sad And Angry' Cooper Roberts Faces Challenges, Family Says The 8-year-old Highland Park mass shooting survivor's family said he is in constant pain, but "every kindness makes him smile."

"It still feels like a nightmare. My life has completely changed because of one unfortunate tragedy," Lana Batochir wrote. (via Chicago Patch)

Mom Whose Feet Severed In Chicago Boat Accident Recounts Ordeal: 'I Thought I Would Die' "As I was getting pulled onto the boat I glanced at my legs and realized that both my legs were gone."

There’s no place like home — especially when it’s clean and organized! Here's why hiring a pro to organize your house is a great idea. (Sponsored)

6 Amazing Benefits Of Hiring A Professional Home Organizer Thumbtack, a home services app used by millions, has plenty of top-rated organizers to help get your home in Marie Kondo-level shape.

Think you’re ready to buy a home? Make sure you do these five important things before you start putting in offers. (Sponsored)

5 Things You Should Do Before You Start Shopping For A Home Prospective homeowners should build their credit score, formulate a budget and get pre-approved for a mortgage before starting their search.

8-year-old Asa Baker's lemonade stand is back in business after police shut it down earlier this month. (via Ohio Patch)

8-Year-Old's Lemonade Stand Shut Down By Police Due To Lack Of Permit Organizers of a nearby festival filed a complaint with law enforcement, leading authorities to close down the stand, WJW reported.

Destructive spotted lanternflies suck the sugars out of host plants, especially grape vines and other economically important trees.

Invasive Spotted Lanternfly Moves Farther West: How To Make A DIY Trap

Tackling your to-do list is easier than you think. (Sponsored)

Need To Hire A Pro? Here's Where To Start Your Search For Top-Rated Local Help

A Florida man paid to fly a banner that read "HA HA HA" over Trump's Mar-a-Lago Club. (via Miami Patch)

Trump's Mar-A-Lago Taunted With Banner Flown Over Estate A Trump critic paid to have a banner with the words "Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha" flown over Mar-a-Lago after the FBI raided the estate.

A grimy oven, smelly fridge and chaotic closets are all telltale signs that your house is probably in need of some deep cleaning TLC. Here’s how you can address the mess. 🏡 (Sponsored)

11 Telltale Signs Your House Is Way Dirtier Than You Realize If your fans are fuzzy or the fridge has an odor, it's time to bring in some cleaning professionals.

Is now still a good time to buy a house? What do rising interest rates mean for you? Find out here. (Sponsored)

Everything You Need To Know About The Changing Housing Market Patch has launched an all-new mortgage center to help you better understand what home financing options are available to you.

Just in: Alex Jones should pay $4.1 million in damages to the parents of a child killed in the Sandy Hook school shooting, a jury ruled. (via Newtown, CT Patch)

Jury Awards Sandy Hook Parents $4M In Alex Jones Defamation Trial A Texas jury has awarded Sandy Hook parents Neil Heslin and Scarlett Lewis $4 million in the first Alex Jones defamation trial.

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10 Things You Need To Know Before Starting Any Home Renovation Project Thumbtack Home Expert David Steckel shares tips to improve your home's livability and equity.