Jimmy C. Hall, 30, is facing more than 20 felony counts of burglary, organized retail crime, and theft.
Hall and several others are being prosecuted for allegedly stealing more than $1 million in merchandise and cash.
In all, more than 115 retailers were hit during the burglary spree.
Illinois Attorney Kwame General Raoul's office says the investigation was a collaborative effort with multiple suburban police departments and Chicago police.
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