Murder Plot By Secret Lovers, Gunshot At Gender Reveal: IL Weekend

ILLINOIS — As we head into a new week, Patch has rounded up the stories you may have missed on Saturday and Sunday.

On Friday night, a 9-year-old paid tribute to her mother during a vigil for the woman, who police say was killed by her estranged husband.

Meanwhile, a man landed in jail after police say he fired a "celebratory" gunshot during a gender reveal party, and prosecutors say a pair of secret lovers plotted to kill the woman's boyfriend.

Here are some of the stories you may have missed:

New Details Emerge In Girlfriend's Plot With Secret Lover To Kill Boyfriend: Prosecutors

Prosecutors say the 33-year-old woman and her 20-year-old McDonald's coworker were in a secret relationship and exchanged texts planning their future together — while also plotting to kill the woman's boyfriend. The 39-year-old boyfriend was gunned down outside his vehicle near their apartment complex, and police say the 20-year-old man gave a full confession to the plot.

'Celebratory' Gunshot At Gender Reveal Leads To Man's Arrest: Police

Police said the 48-year-0ld was in custody after firing a shot at a gender reveal at a suburban park.

'Never Become 1 Of Those People Like My Stepdad': Slain Mom's Daughter, 9, Speaks At Vigil

"He would be mean to us almost all the time," Melissa Ronczkowski's daughter said during a vigil for her mom. "And I hope everyone will find a person that's right for them, loyal, kind and caring ... And I hope you all stay safe and never become one of those people like my stepdad. My stepdad never deserved to be mean to my mom like that."

Ex-Teacher From IL Accused Of Sexual Misconduct: Report

A former suburban resident who worked as a teacher in several school districts is now the subject of lawsuits that allege he sexually abused female students.

Motorcyclist Killed, Woman, 65, At Fault: Police

Police said the 65-year-old woman has been cited in a crash that killed a 40-year-old motorcyclist.

Dog Violently Kicked, Man Charged With Cruelty: Police

Police said the dog was lying on the ground as the 36-year-old man kicked it. When officers arrived, they say the man picked up the dog and tried to run into the house with it, and ignored commands to stop before scuffling with officers.