Student Filmed In Shower | Ambush Slaying | YMCA Closing: Illinois 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.

Shower Video Of College Student Leads To Arrest: Cops

The victim told officers that the video was recorded while they were taking a shower in a dorm bathroom, police said. Now a 20-year-old man is charged with a felony.

27-Year-Old Chicago Man Charged With Murder In Arson Fire That Claimed Life Of Firefighter

A 27-year-old man has been charged in the murder of a firefighter who died in an arson fire earlier this week.

Company Co-Founder Killed In Deadly Ambush Outside Home: Complaint

An Illinois man is accused of lying in wait outside a Kenosha, Wisconsin, home before opening fire on three people as they walked toward a vehicle, killing one and injuring another, according to a criminal complaint.

'Pampered Chef' Mansion Sells For Millions Less Than In 2002

The house was owned from 2002 to 2014 by Doris Christopher, the founder of Illinois-based Pampered Chef.

Galowich YMCA Closing In Matter Of Days; New Location To Open Soon

In preparation for the transition to a new YMCA, several amenities at the existing one will close in advance of the facility’s final day of operations. The only other YMCA in the town closed several years ago.

Rare Northern Harrier Returns To Wild After Rehab In Suburbs

After about three weeks of nursing, the harrier was successfully released back into the wild.

Suburb Will Not Hold Independence Day Parade In 2026 As NASCAR Returns To Speedway

With the increased traffic and activity anticipated during the race weekend, the Village felt it was important to limit additional road closures and disruptions within the community.