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Sox Fan Insults Late Mom Of MLB Player | Girl Kidnapped | Principal Charged With DUI: IL News

Infamous Starved Rock killer dies | Kroger closing Mariano's stores in IL | Northwestern University cuts tuition benefits

Arizona Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, Tuesday.
Arizona Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, Tuesday. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

ILLINOIS — 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.

MLB Player In Tears On Field Comforted By Manager After Fan Insults Late Mother At White Sox Game

“At the end of the day, we’re human beings and we have emotions. I saw him hurting, and I wanted to protect him.”

Girl, 13, Located After Being Kidnapped From Father's Home In Naperville: Police

Police say Aiyanna was located after her mother took her from her father's home without the girl's father's consent.

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Principal From Elmhurst Found Guilty Of DUI: Records

Described as "belligerent," the principal denied he had been drinking, according to a police report.

Infamous Starved Rock Killer Dies: 'Rest In Peace, Chester,' His Lawyer Says

Chester Weger, who worked as a dishwasher at the lodge, initially confessed to beating the women to death with a frozen tree branch.

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Mariano's Closing 4 IL Stores: Here's Which Locations

The closures, part of an 18-month strategy to scale back on brick-and-mortar locations, were included in a released earnings report.

Northwestern University Cuts Tuition Benefits, Changes Health Care Starting Next Year To Cope With Financial Strain

According to the university, the changes are due to rising costs and other factors straining the school's finances.

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