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Sex Assault Allegations At Rehab | Amputee Sues City | Mite Bites

Mall shooter feared for life, lawyer says | Accused killer, girlfriend nabbed in manhunt | Kids hurt, mom charged with DUI | Fatal jump

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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.

Treatment Center Staffer Repeatedly Sexually Assaulted Patient, Lawsuit Alleges

Another former staffer faces 62 charges in six different cases alleging he abused patients. Police say they've received 546 calls for service from the facility in the last year.

Double Amputee Sues City After Scooter Mishap

A loose sewer cover caused the woman to fall off her scooter, be struck by a vehicle and dragged for over a mile, she alleges.

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Mite Bites Tied To Cicada Emergence Causing Itchy Rash For Some In IL

They may be long gone, but the cicadas' impact is still being felt in the Chicago area.

Mall Shooter Feared For His Life After Past Attacks: Lawyer

The teen's attorney claims three of the four shots were warning shots because the victim and his friend had tried to kill his client before by stabbing him.

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Woman Charged In Connection With Massive Manhunt

The man, wanted for murder, was involved in a hit-and-rush crash before fleeing again, police said. A woman, who police believe was in a relationship with him, also faces charges, including allegations she hid his gun in a gas station bathroom vent.

Drunken Mom Crashes, Children Hospitalized: Police

Her two children, ages 6 and 8, were in the car and were taken to an area hospital with injuries.

Woman, 34, Dies After Jump From 10th Floor Of Building: Coroner

Police say there are no signs of foul play associated with the woman's death, and the incident remains under investigation.

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