Prostitute Party House | $100K Coffee Heist | 'Giraffe Cat' Fears: Illinois 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.

Suburban Home Site Of Prostitutes, Drug Parties: Cops

Before an Oct. 27 drug bust, officers had worked with the local garbage company to check the home's trash, where they collected drug evidence, according to the report. In an interview, the owner told police that he lets his friends stay at his house, though he doesn't know all of them well, police said.

Cops Seize $100K In Stolen Coffee From West Suburban Warehouse: Sheriff

Police discovered about 24,000 pounds of stolen Wawa coffee products inside the warehouse at a distribution center.

'Giraffe Cat' Alarms Some In Town

Police responded to a call about a serval cat that bit its owner a couple of weeks ago, the village confirmed.

Dog Saved From Icy Pond

Police say its owner has yet to be found after a harrowing rescue from the ice.

Sex Worker Attacks Cop, Takes Off Dress In Lockup: Authorities

She is accused of stomping on an officer's foot and kicking the officer's leg backward, police said.

It's Official: Bishop Leaving Diocese Of Joliet, Will Replace Cardinal Dolan In New York

Both natives of neighboring suburbs, Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks to lead the Archdiocese of New York.

IL Mom Of 4 Wins $200,000 On Scratch-Off, Will Treat Husband To Dinner

“This is my favorite ticket to play,” she said. “I even won $1,000 on the same ticket about three months ago.”

Man Struck Woman With Gun, Threatened To Kill Her On Way Home From Bears Watch Party: Sheriff

Police found a gun in the snow nearby, and found a magazine in the vehicle after the victim consented to officers searching it, the sheriff's office said. The victim was taken to an area hospital for treatment of her injuries.