Flag Burning At Concert | Intruder Hugs Dog | Wayward Wallaby Home

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.

After Flags Burned At Concert, IL Gun Org Defends Singer Jason Aldean

The Illinois State Rifle Association on Thursday said Aldean's song "Try That In A Small Town" aligns with their mission. A group of 20 protesters gathered outside the concert Saturday at Credit Union 1 Amphitheater in the suburbs, shouting to the crowd over a microphone and setting an American flag ablaze in a display of contempt toward the singer.

Intruder Wanders Into Home, Steals Nothing: Sheriff

The homeowner said the man hugged her dog before leaving.

Rupert The Wallaby Home After 'He Had His Adventure'

"When God forbid, a kid or another pet you've had and raised since they were a baby – if they went missing, you'd be sick with worry. So why wouldn't it be the same with our pet?"

E. Coli Outbreak Confirmed At Suburban High School

Six students have contracted Shiga-Toxin Producing E. coli, public health officials said.

Bar Closed After Classic Car Crashes Into Kitchen

No one inside the restaurant was hurt when the car crashed into it at a "high rate of speed" during the classic car event.

Harley Rider's Murder: 3 Arrests Made By IL State Police

The Illinois State Police announced that it has arrested three men in connection with the disappearance and death of Carl Gordon, the Illinois man who vanished in the summer of 2020 after visiting a building on Ruby Street on his Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

Woman Had 'Nothing To Do With' Slaying Of Family: Attorney

Alberto Rolon, 38, and Zoraida Bartolomei, 32, and their sons Adriel and Diego were found slain, along with three family dogs. A woman who police called a person of interest is now dead, as is the man they are calling the suspect in the killings.