Deer Freed From Jug, Trooper Seriously Hurt In Crash: IL Weekend

ILLINOIS — A firefighter was hurt battling a blaze at a historic suburban home in freezing temperatures over the weekend, and police in another suburb were warning residents to avoid "sextortion" scams on social media.

Meanwhile, an Illinois family is calling for an end to the violence after their loved one was gunned down at an illegal checkpoint set up by cartel members in Mexico.

Cemetery Deer Freed From Cheeseball Jug Stuck On Head

It takes a village, some cowboys and a couple of drones to save a baby deer with a cheeseball jug stuck on his head for five days.

Horrific Wreck: Driver Runs From Car, 1 Patient Sent To Loyola

Officers learned the people involved in the crash may have been involved in an earlier altercation at a nearby bar. As of Monday morning, the driver had not been found after abandoning their vehicle.

State Trooper, 2 Others Injured In 5-Car Crash

The state trooper was extricated from one of the vehicle and transported to a nearby hospital with critical injuries.

Shots Fired After Car Alarm Goes Off: Police

Just before 3 a.m., the resident saw someone standing in their driveway, and heard gunshots shortly after, police said. Anyone with information, pictures, or videos of suspicious persons or vehicles is asked to contact police.

Man Leaves Child Alone In Car At Jewel: Police

He was charged with endangering the life of a child after a report of a child left in a running vehicle outside the grocery store.

Man Shoots Ex's Brother: Police

The victim was the woman's brother and was shot outside her house, police said.

1 Killed As Metra Train Hits Vehicle: Reports

One person was killed when the vehicle they were driving was hit by a Metra train Saturday afternoon. The crash shut down the tracks in both directions for several hours, according to Metra.

Dog, Cat Rescued From House Fire

The fire was mostly contained to the garage area of the structure, and the family pets were rescued during a search.