Man Murdered Own Mother, Killed Dog | Video Shows Burglary, Wild Police Chase | $12M In Lotto Wins: 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 Murdered Mom And Family Dog: Small-Town Killer Learns Sentence From Kendall Co. Judge

The 30-year-old had admitted to law enforcement that he had killed his mother, but the defense raised the issue of insanity during trial, according to the state's attorney.

Video Shows Bold Business Burglary, Wild Police Chase

In the video, seven men holding bags are seen rushing into the store and grabbing merchandise from the shelves. Police are later seen chasing one of the getaway cars in downtown, with the driver bumping into curbs and sliding on snow and ice.

$12+ Million In Lotto Wins For 3 IL Players Over Weekend

Three Illinois Lottery players won big with nearly $13 million in combined prizes over the weekend, according to the state lottery system.

Tutor Detained On Child Sexual Abuse Charge Has Long History Of Allegations

Given the allegations that started 20 years ago, relocations and name changes, the judge called any electronic monitoring or home confinement “woefully inadequate” in protecting the 9-year-old and other children in the community.

Redskins' Racist Mascot Finally Being Retired: Voting Underway On 3 New Names For High School

There has been serious talk about getting rid of the Redskins name for more than 10 years. It's finally happening now.

Man Killed After Jumping Off Interstate To Quarry Below: Police

"Out of respect for the individual and their family, no further information will be released at this time," police said.

'A Woman Whose Heart Was Nothing But Pure:' GoFundMe Started For Slain Mom's Family

The GoFundMe remembers Morales, who was five months pregnant at the time of the attack, as "a woman whose heart was nothing but pure." She is survived by her husband and two-year-old daughter.