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Babysitter, 41, Faces Sex Assault, Child Porn Charges + Ducklings Saved From Sewer: IL News

Manufactured home explosion | Drive-in chosen for America250 celebration | COVID test scheme charges | Window prowling arrest made

A relieved mother duck and her ducklings reunited after the six ducklings were pulled from an Orland Park sewer Thursday.
A relieved mother duck and her ducklings reunited after the six ducklings were pulled from an Orland Park sewer Thursday. (Courtesy Orland Park Police Department)

On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all 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.

Babysitter Charged With Sexual Assault, Child Pornography Offenses: Authorities

A 41-year-old Antioch man is accused of sexually abusing a child while babysitting for her and her siblings, police said.

'No Call Too Small': Ducklings Safe After Plucked From Sewer In Orland Park

Orland Park Police and Fire, with Public Works and Animal Control, saved six ducklings after they fell into a sewer Thursday.

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Hundreds Evacuate After Explosion At Manufactured Home Community In Northern IL

One person was inside the residence at the time of the blast and suffered significant injuries, authorities said.

McHenry Outdoor Theater Chosen As 1 Of 4 MLB Drive-Ins For America250 Celebration

MLB selects McHenry Outdoor Theater as one of only four drive-ins nationwide for America250 Fourth of July celebration.

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Naperville Man Accused Of Defrauding Medicare In Multi-Million Dollar COVID Test Scheme

Amirali Bhimani, 42, of Naperville, was charged with federal health care fraud.

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