2-Year-Old's Murder Leads To Woman's Arrest; Employee Charged In Amazon Bathroom Fires

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.

Woman Charged With Murder In Death Of 2-Year-Old

Suburban police arrested the woman this week in connection with the 2019 death of a toddler. Prosecutors say she was in a relationship with the child's mother.

Video Reveals Who Set Bathroom Fires at Suburban Amazon Facility: Police

The three fires were set Monday in different bathrooms at the facility, according to police, who used video surveillance to track down a teen they say is responsible.

Monarch Butterflies Making Their Way To Chicago Area

Spring is here and that means all things birds, bugs and butterflies are making their way north. Monarch butterflies are on their way for their spring migration, and they have been spotted in Illinois and bordering states.

Walgreens Agrees To Pay $350M For Unlawful Prescriptions Like Opioids

The Illinois-based pharmacy giant dispensed millions of unlawful prescriptions, according to federal prosecutors.

33 IL Counties Could Join IN: 'We Welcome Our Neighbors,' Hoosier Speaker Says

But Illinois' governor says it's a "stunt" that's never going to happen.

'Backdraft' Movie House Is In Disrepair, Owner Says

"Nine out of 10 people would have knocked it down," the owner said of the home, used in the 1991 Ron Howard movie. The house was built in 1890.

Man Complained About Alimony, Losing Job Before Wife's Murder: Prosecutors

Court files say he waited three hours to call 911 after his estranged wife's death, and that she had a new boyfriend and was planning to move away and start a new life.