Killer Dies In Prison | Stowaway Kitties | 6-Year-Old Shot

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.

Man Who Killed Girl, 14, During Burglary Dies In Prison

Nearly 12 years after he killed 14-year-old Kelli O'Laughlin after she interrupted him during a burglary at her home — then used her cell phone to send taunting messages to her mother — he died behind bars.

Kittens Stowed Away In Shipping Container Find Safety At Rescue

The two male kittens—one a brown tabby and one all black—caught a truck driver off guard late last month, when he opened the container for delivery at a Sam's Club. There, staring back at him—and hissing loudly—was a black cat.

6-Year-Old Shot In Targeted Incident

Police said the child was a passenger in a vehicle.

Oswego Brewing To Shut Down: 'We Are A Casualty Of COVID'

The brewery that opened in 2018 never recovered to pre-pandemic levels — neither in profits nor in taproom attendance, management said.

No Prior Police Calls To Home Where 4 Died

A "quiet, friendly" neighborhood became the scene of a domestic attack this past week as four household members were found dead. The man police called the "aggressor" has no criminal record in the county.

Woman Stole $100K From Ravinia: Attorney General

She worked as an accounting coordinator for the venue.

New Illinois Law Caps The Price Of Insulin

The bill states that an insurer that provides coverage for insulin drugs shall limit the total amount that an insured person is required to pay for a 30-day supply of covered prescription insulin drugs at an amount not to exceed $35.