ILLINOIS — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Illinois. Here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.
The dogs were found dumped in a wooded area in unincorporated Crete. A $5,000 reward is being offered to find the person responsible.
The Republican nominee for governor infamously characterized the city during his last run for the state's top spot four years ago.
The project features a patriotic design created by Minooka Junior High 8th grader Ava Ruiz.
"This building — where it was built, how it was built — was uniquely vulnerable to a tragedy like this," attorney Lance Northcutt said.
Joliet Patch visited the sacred grounds of the Old Joliet Prison on Monday as contractors were working to get the ball diamond spruced up.
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