Knife, Rifle Magazine In School Bathroom, Manhole Mystery: IL News

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.

Knife, Rifle Magazine Found In School Bathroom; Teen Arrested

The 17-year-old admitted to placing the items in the bathroom after security escorted him to the dean's office for an unrelated incident, police said.

Mystery Of Missing Manhole Covers: Police Seek Public's Help

Meanwhile, residents are encouraged to watch their step while out and about since missing manhole covers can "be a serious trip hazard, sending you into a deep hole," according to police.

Trial For Ex-Deputy Who Shot Unarmed Woman Moved To Another City

The murder trial of a former Illinois sheriff's deputy who fatally shot Sonya Massey, an unarmed black woman, in her home last summer will be moved to another city because of intense publicity, a judge ruled.

Arrest Made After Man Shot In Neck Outside Bar

Officers responded just before 1 a.m. to the sports bar and grill, where a man outside on the sidewalk was approached by two masked people, one of whom pulled out a handgun and shot the victim in the neck, police said.

Sterigenics-Type Pollution May Be Allowed Under Trump: Report

Five years ago, the company closed its suburban plant amid government investigations and a barrage of complaints alleging that it was emitting ethylene oxide, a cancer-causing pollutant. Two years ago, its parent company announced it was paying out $408 million for more than 870 cases related to the pollutant, but it denied liability. A woman was also awarded more than $300 million after a judge found the plant was responsible for her breast cancer.

Ex-Northwestern Football Players Agree To Settlement In Hazing Lawsuits

The university and former Wildcats football players have agreed to settle lawsuits that alleged violent hazing and sexual abuse.

Body Pulled From River After IL Family's Boat Capsizes; 20-Year-Old Still Missing

Fast and volatile waters have hampered the search for 20-year-old Francesco L. Di Filippo. The body of a 75-year-old man was recovered.