Man Accused Of Trying To Run Over Brother | Tree Falls On Kids In Hammock | Mayor Meets Da Pope: 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.

Man Accused Of Trying To Run Over Brother: Police

A 60-year-old man accelerated his pickup truck toward his sibling during the argument, according to police.

Tree Falls On 3 Children In Hammock; Boy, 14, Recovering

The boys were on a hammock that was attached between two trees when one of the trees fell onto the kids, the father of a teenage boy who was seriously injured in the incident said.

Chicago Mayor Johnson Meets With 'Da Pope'

"We know what team he roots for, but our Cubbies need a blessing, too," Johnson said ahead of the trip.

Reckless Homicide Arrest In Crash Death Of Former Police Chief

Retired Chief Steven Cornett was working with a road crew when authorities say he was struck and killed this week by a driver who claims he was reaching for his phone, officials said.

Man Tried To Lure Student Into Car Near High School: Police

Police said the 15-year-old girl was walking home when a man in a dark-colored sedan told her she looked familiar and urged her to get in.

Corrections Officer Fired After Child Sex Abuse Material Arrest

“Child exploitation is a horrific crime that is made even more reprehensible when the alleged offender is entrusted by the public to serve as a county correctional officer,” Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul said in a statement.

Teen Faces Attempted Murder Charges After Driving Into Cops: Police

The 18-year-old plowed into police officers, injuring five of them, officials said.

Coroner Asks For Information On 1998 Cold Case

The remains had items with them, including a Motorola pager, a blue nylon Starter jacket, a Levi’s silver tab belt, and size 9-9-1/2 Nike Air Force Max Charles Barkley edition shoes.