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The bodies of two 17-year-old girls were discovered on Sept. 5, 1979.
The bodies of two 17-year-old girls were discovered on Sept. 5, 1979. (via Morton Grove Police Departmetn)

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.

Coroner IDs Teens Killed In Crash Near High School

The 16- and 17-year-old girls were killed around 7 a.m. Thursday near their school when their vehicle crashed with a semi.

'Parade Of Middle-Aged Men' At Home Causes Concerns

Now, male genitalia has been painted on the skylights, a resident told village officials.

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Reward Upped To $10,000 In 1979 Double Homicide Of Teen Girls

The reward has been increased to $10,000 for information leading to the conviction of the killer in the slaying of two high school students 44 years ago. The girls headed out to a shopping mall but were found shot dead in a forest preserve that night.

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County Dispensaries To Warn Of Mental Health Risks Or Face Consequences

The county's suicides have sharply increased, with cannabis — not alcohol — being the common drug found in the blood samples of those who'd taken their own lives, and the state's attorney cited homicides that "involve cannabis-induced psychosis.

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'Virtually No Possibility' Gunshots Fired Inside Park: Sox Owner

But Chicago police say the shots that wounded two women likely came from inside the ballpark.

Non-High School Kids Banned From Games Without A Parent, Adult

Officials sent out a reminder about the policy after there were "behavioral issues" at an early season game.

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Autumn In The Suburbs: Guide To The Chicago Area's Top Fall Festivals

Here is a round-up to help plan a perfect autumn weekend in the Chicago suburbs, from family-friendly fall fests to adults-only brewfests.

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