Dead Bird Horror | Bomb Threat Spree | Guilty But Mentally Ill

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.

'Perfect Storm' Causes 1K Bird Deaths At Chicago's McCormick Place

A local advocacy group said that 2,500 birds have been killed or injured in recent days after striking buildings during migration season.

Bomb Threat Spree Leads To Man's Arrest

Spiro's boss told police he had recently seemed agitated after a performance review and was the most likely candidate to have called in a bomb threat, according to an assistant state's attorney.

Woman Pleads Guilty But Mentally Ill To Killing Boyfriend's Parents

Following the fatal stabbings in Illinois, Fox drove to Colorado in a car owned by the couple and checked herself into a psychiatric facility, prosecutors said.

Fire Chief Placed On Administrative Leave

Board members did not discuss the reason for Bateman's removal but said the decision came "after a lot of discussion, some of it difficult."

Cop Hit By Car While Pursuing Suspect: Police

The suspect threw a loaded gun out of a moving car during a chase, authorities said, and an officer was struck by a vehicle while pursuing him.

Man Who Choked Woman After First Date Cannot Be Detained: Prosecutors

When the neighbor checked on the woman again the next day he saw her bruises had worsened. Both the woman and the neighbor later identified Raider in a photo lineup. According to prosecutors, the charges of unlawful restraint and aggravated battery with strangulation do not allow them to petition that a defendant be detained while awaiting trial.

Shopper Shot In Evergreen Park Menards Parking Lot In Robbery Attempt

The man and a friend were loading their purchases into their car, when another car pulled up beside them and three people got out, brandishing handguns. Both refused to turn over their property, when one of the robbers shot the man in the stomach, police said.