Mass Shooting Arrests, Body Found On Trail ID'd: 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.

2 More Arrests Made In Juneteenth Mass Shooting

One man shot into a dense crowd in 2023, while the other fired at fleeing people, police said. The shooting left a 31-year-old man dead.

Coroner Identifies Remains Of Person Found On Trail

The remains were found in November near a local trail. They've been identified as those of a suburban man.

'An Incredible Miracle,' Schepers' Family Says After Cold Case Cracked

"As we each heard the news that her car was found, time stopped while we drew an audible gasp," the family of Karen Schepers said. The 23-year-old went missing after celebration a promotion with coworkers at a local bar in 1983.

July 4 Parade Shooting Survivors Take Smith & Wesson To Trial

The case was brought by the family of one of the seven victims killed at the Fourth of July parade shooting, as well as a group of survivors and families of children present that day. “Tragically, Mr. Uvaldo’s life ended on Independence Day in what has also become an American tradition—innocent victims murdered in mass shootings carried out with a weapon of war. It’s about time that Smith & Wesson answers for its actions, and we’re grateful that they will now have their day in court,” attorney Josh Koskoff said.

Teacher, Former Actor Charged With Child Sexual Abuse

Before moving to Illinois 15 years ago, he was an actor credited with appearances in movies and TV shows. Now a suburban high school teacher, he's charged with aggravated criminal sexual abuse and aggravated criminal sexual abuse involving grooming.

Suburban Stadium Back In Play As Bears Brass Discuss Future Home of Team

Bears officials hinted that recent momentum to build a state-of-the-art stadium along Chicago's lakefront has shifted back to Arlington Park also being in serious consideration. "This land is absolutely beautiful. I mean, it's a great piece of land. And so now the key thing in all these stadium projects is optionality."

Suspect Nabbed After Resident Finds Him Lurking In Garage: Police

The man lifted his sweatshirt to show what appeared to be a gun after the homeowner found him malingering in his garage, police said.