Bullets Name Political Figures | Pritzker Tells Bears To Pay Up | $31M Mansion: IL 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.

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Guns, Knives, Bullets With Names Of 'Political Figures' Seized From Suburban Man: Complaint

A man faces federal criminal charges after threatening law enforcement and elected officials, and federal officials say five bullets in his home had the names of "five well-known U.S. political figures" written in marker on them.

Pritzker Tells Bears To Pay Off Soldier Field Debt Before IL Helps With New Stadium

As the team continues a push to build a stadium in the suburbs, Gov. JB Pritzker said he wants the Bears to stay in Chicago.

Sale Of $31M Mansion Makes Chicagoland History: Report

The property contains 223 feet of private beachfront, a boathouse, a commercial-level boardwalk, a custom fountain, a heated motor court for 10 cars, an infinity pool and a pergola.

Rat Population Down By Half In Suburb

By working together—residents, inspectors and contractors—we are reducing rat activity and making our neighborhoods less welcoming to pests," officials said in a statement.

Innocent Bystander Killed In Mag Mile Smash-And-Grab Was Suburban Man

Police say a group crashed a pickup truck into the Louis Vuitton store before fleeing in several vehicles, one of which hit an SUV, killing the driver.

Mexican Independence Day Parade Festivities: Police Not Enforcing Federal Immigration Laws

"As we come together to celebrate Mexican Independence Day this weekend, the ... Police Department remains committed to serving and protecting everyone in our city. We will continue to abide by the Illinois Trust Act, with our priority on public safety and maintaining the confidence of our community."

New Police Drone Quickly Locates Missing Autistic Child

The drone helped officers quickly track down and arrest a hit-and-run drunken driver by providing real-time aerial support. In another case, the drone located a missing autistic child within minutes.