Dating App Attack | IL's Oldest Woman Dies | 'Now Or Never' For Mongo

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 Kidnapped, Sexually Assaulted By Man From Dating App: Police

The 32-year-old man picked the woman up at her home around 2 a.m. Sunday and brandished a gun as soon as she entered his vehicle, driving her to a second location, sexually assaulting her and threatening to kill her if she contacted police, before releasing her, according to authorities.

Woman Known As Oldest Person In Illinois Dies At 111

The village "lost a dear soul yesterday," the mayor said. "She had so many admirable qualities including that she was a caregiver, motivator, community-builder, historian, history maker, and mover and shaker."

'It's Now Or Never': McMichael Awaits Hall Of Fame Call

“It really gives us something to live for for another year,” Misty McMichael told Patch. “But it’s time now. We’re running out of time now. It’s now or never, really.”

Firefighters Free Tangled Heron

“The heron couldn’t go very far,” a volunteer said. “The heron grabbed a fish, but the fish was attached to the line.”

O'Hare Has The Best Airport Food In The World, Publication Says

The midwestern hub received Global Traveler's Trazee Award for "Favorite Airport Dining" for the fourth year in a row.

Sorry, Joliet: Blues Brothers In Solidarity With Artists Strike

“It is with a heavy heart that we are putting this year’s Blues Brothers Con on hold to honor the directive of the Screen Actors Guild,” Judith Belushi Pisano said.

New Illinois Law Requires Full-Day Kindergarten By 2027-28

Pritzker signed House Bill 2396, which requires districts across the state to establish a full-day kindergarten program by the 2027-28 school year. Under the new law, every district must also establish a half-day program that is “developmentally appropriate” and provides opportunities for play-based learning.