Newborn Abandoned | Pastor Accused Of $2M Fraud | Couple Married 66 Years Die Days Apart: 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.

Newborn Abandoned In Parking Lot Of IL Historic Site: Police

Officers found the infant sleeping in a car seat and in apparent good health, according to police, who said the child was taken to a local hospital for evaluation. Police believe the baby, a boy, is about one week to less than one month old.

Suburban Pastor Accused Of $2M Fraud Scheme

A suburban pastor is accused of defrauding at least 40 victims, many of them church members, out of at least $2 million through a fake investment scheme, according to federal prosecutors.

Couple Married For 66 Years Die Within Days Of Each Other

"Their devotion to one another was unwavering, making their passing within days of one another unsurprising."

'Silver Bells' Saved: Stranded Kitten Discovered By Cyclist Gets Second Chance At Hospital

The 6-week-old calico was found alone on the side of the road, by a cyclist passing through on a cross-country trek.

Man Sentenced For 2024 Murder Of Girlfriend, Her Son: Prosecutors

Despite his plea deal, the state's attorney said, "In my view, this is precisely the kind of case for which the death penalty should exist."

Man Accused Of Sexually Abusing Resident Of Assisted Living Facility

A former employee at an assisted living facility has been charged with seven felony counts of criminal sexual abuse and battery.

2 New Prisons To Be Built On Stateville Campus; Downstate Facility Moving To Crest Hill

Downstate leaders called the move "ill-advised and devastating." Plans call for a men’s facility and a women’s facility in a move that would replace both the old Stateville prison and the downstate Logan Correctional Center in Lincoln.

Medics Sued Over Couple's Deaths In Crash

A woman sped away from medics and crashed, killing the couple, the lawsuit alleges.

Couple Sexually Exploited Toddler: State's Attorney

Authorities say the man sent an explicit video of the exploitation to a woman he met on a dating app.