Missing 7 Years, Child Found Safe | Dental Visit Death Investigation | Recruit Dies At Naval Station: IL News

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.

Child Missing 7 Years Found Safe, Mother Charged With Contempt After Years-Long Court Battle

The infant had been a ward of DCFS after being diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease before mom fled 7 years ago, authorities say.

Girl's Death After Dental Visit Investigated By Medical Examiner: Update

The circumstances surrounding the death of a 17-year-old girl, who was taken to a hospital after visiting a dental clinic, are under investigation, officials told Patch.

Coroner IDs Navy Recruit Who Died In Fatal Shooting At Great Lakes Naval Station

Kayshawn Wilkerson, who is originally from Ocala, Florida, and was most recently stationed at the Great Lakes training facility, died of a gunshot wound.

Government Sues Hospital Over COVID Vaccine Mandate After 2 Workers Lose Jobs

The lawsuits involve a worker who requested a religious accommodation and an employee who had an allergic reaction, the complaints say.

Parents In Fight For Medication That Saved Their Infant Son

"It’s not a cure, but it has made a real difference in his strength, energy, and heart function. It gave us hope when there was none."

Theater Halts Programming Due To Budget Cuts

Following budget cuts, the Paramount Theatre will reduce its overall programming from 900 to about 700 performances annually and intends to cancel the Chicago-area premiere of "Covenant" and a new staging of the cult classic "Ride the Cyclone."

4 Dogs Saved, 6 Dogs 'Unaccounted For' After Massive House Fire

Several callers reported heavy black smoke coming from a home Friday morning. While battling the blaze, firefighters were able to rescue four dogs through a basement door, fire officials said.

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