'Chainsaw Massacre' Attack On Child, Woman | Boy Faces Hate Crime | 'Bright Soul' Teen Mourned: IL News

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.

'Chainsaw Massacre' Attempted Murder Defendant Attacked Mom, Teen Girl: Prosecutors

The mother compared the attack to the horror film, while the 13-year-old girl said she played dead while the man slashed her.

Boy, 13, Charged With Hate Crime After Posting Racist Threats: Police

Police say the boy targeted two other teens on social media.

'Just A Good Soul': Family, Community Mourn Teen After Death From Rare Condition

The 17-year-old, remembered as a "bright soul" who planned to study nursing, died the night of his school's homecoming dance. Within minutes of hearing the news, his classmates left the celebration to be near their friend and his family.

Illinois Lottery Looking For Mystery $550K Jackpot Winner

Check your tickets! Were you the winner of last weekend's Lucky Day Lotto jackpot?

57 Residents Displaced After 9-Hour Apartment

Officials say the fire, which injured four people, including a firefighter, was exacerbated by the presence of natural gas.

Police Alert Motorists To 'Frisky Deer' During Mating Season

Police advise motorists to slow down early in the morning or after dark to reduce their risk of having a close encounter with a deer.

Man Found Shot To Death In Chicago: Report

Police say the 70-year-old man was found fatally shot inside his truck Saturday morning.

Woman Who Tried To Snatch Child, 1, Out Of Man's Hands Back In Jail: Cops

She allegedly pulled the man to the ground while he was holding the child, police said.

'Nazi Pigs' Threats Against Immigration Agents Lands Man In Federal Prison

The man made social media posts threatening to harm agents, calling them "Nazi rapist pigs."