5 Horses Dead, Dog Killed In Barn Fire | Reward In Fatal Hit-And-Run | Animal Torture Charges: IL Weekend

ILLINOIS — A massive fire destroyed a horse barn at a county fairgrounds over the weekend, killing five horses and a dog, and forcing workers to evacuate other animals during the blaze.

Meanwhile, a devoted police dog who's helped catch violent criminals and taken guns off the street is in a fight for his life — and his handler is asking residents for help.

Plus, a man is charged with placing a camera in a bathroom at his workplace and secretly filming his coworkers on dozens of occasions.

Fire Consumes Horse Barn At Illinois Fairgrounds, Killing 5 Horses, 1 Dog

A bystander also suffered minor injuries after being kicked by a horse while assisting with evacuations. Several other animals were safely evacuated.

'Somebody Knows Something': Reward Offered In Hit-And-Run That Killed Oak Lawn Man

The 22-year-old had gotten out of his vehicle after a crash when he was struck by multiple vehicles, officials said. Now, his family and activists are urging people to come forward with information on the vehicle that struck him and drove away.

Cockfighting, Torture Investigation Leads To 400 Gamefowl Recovered, 2 Arrests: Sheriff

The investigation began in May when a man was pulled over and admitted to owning roosters and cockfighting equipment he was hauling. Now, police say he remains at large, while he and a woman face charges including 10 felony counts of animal torture.

Officials Reveal Cause Of Home Explosion That Killed 76-Year-Old Man

An investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board has revealed the cause of a house explosion last month that destroyed a single-family home, damaged neighboring homes and claimed the life of the 76-year-old homeowner.

Man Accused Of Recording Coworkers In Bathroom: Report

A 45-year-old man is accused of filming more than two dozen coworkers at a suburban business. Police say he placed the camera inside a gender-neutral, single-stall bathroom, giving the camera a view of the toilet.

9 Injured When Band Tour Van Crashes

Police believe the driver of the van fell asleep at the wheel before the collision.

'Honor Of A Lifetime': ISP K9 Cop Needs Life-Saving Surgery, His Handler Fights To Fund It

"He played a crucial role in the apprehension of numerous drug traffickers, human traffickers, violent fugitives, and child predators," Arvidson said. "... The honor of a lifetime to handle such an incredible dog." Now Bane needs help from the public in the fight for his life.

Lightning Strike Sparks Fire At Home: Fire Officials

Three of the people displaced during the fire will be receiving assistance from family and friends, officials said.

Homeowner Escapes House Fire Through 2nd Floor Window

The resident was able to exit a second-floor window to the roof of the porch. The homeowner kept a ladder on the porch in case he ever had a fire at his residence.

Woman Livestreamed As She Threatened Employers With Gun: Cops

Prosecutors say the woman entered the building, had a discussion with the owners of the company about not getting paid, and was then asked to leave. Instead, she pulled out the loaded gun, pointed it at the two victims and began broadcasting the incident on Facebook Live, according to police.