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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.

Dog's Cruel, Inhumane Death At Suburban Parking Lot: Pet Owner Pleads Guilty, Learns Sentence

Police were conducting an unrelated criminal investigation when they saw the dead dog in a pool of urine while crated inside the back of the Chevy Tahoe in 92-degree weather. In addition to being prohibited from owning cats or dogs, the owner learned his sentence this week

$1K In Stolen LEGO Sets Leads To Charge For Repeat Thief: Police

A store employee said the woman had stolen various LEGO sets from Target on 10 occasions, with their total value amounting to $1,100.

Semi Tips, Spews Jars Of Mayonnaise Onto Road: Police

The condiment spill closed a portion of the road for nearly 12 hours this week, police said.

Men Admit To Fake Jewelry Robbery; Supposed Loot Found In Safe: Police

After one of them initially denied the deception, claiming that he was rich, two men admitted to police that they had lied about being robbed of $1.5 million to $2 million worth of jewelry, officials said. The gems were later found safe and sound.

'A Final Thank You': 100 Attend Burial For Unclaimed WWII Vet After Urn Found In Home

After a call for support from local veterans, roughly 100 people attended the Tuesday morning burial of a World War II veteran whose cremated remains were found in a recently sold home.

Chicago Airports Expecting More Than 2 Million Travelers For Memorial Day Weekend

The majority of travelers will be flying in and out of O'Hare Airport, with another 300,000 going through Midway.

Blind Man Sues Car Dealership Over Alleged Bait-And-Switch

The case alleges the man— who does not drive but purchased the car so others could drive him — was taken advantage of because of his visual impairment and is seeking unspecified compensatory and punitive damages in excess of $50,000.

Rabid Bat Found In Suburb

Officials are urging residents to make sure pets are current on rabies vaccinations and kept leashed or supervised while outdoors.