Teacher Accused Of Sex Abuse Has Legal Setback, Car Hits Gravestones, '80s Icon Dazzles Crowd

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.

Teacher Charged With Sex Abuse Denied Request For 'Buffer Zone' To Be Reduced: Report

The former teacher reportedly lives less than a mile from where the teen works, and a judge denied her request to ease restrictions.

Woman, 83, Dies After Crashing Into Gravestones At Abraham Lincoln Cemetery

Police said the woman lost control of a vehicle, drove over a median and crashed into several grave markers at the cemetery.

Have A Spare $100K? Now's Your Chance To Stay A Week At Michael Jordan's Former Home

You can now book your stay at Michael Jordan's former suburban mansion, known as Champion's Point, for the low price of $100,000 for one week.

Rick Springfield & Friends Bring Back The '80s During Suburban Concert

"Jessie's Girl" crooner Springfield was joined by Wang Chung, John Waite and Paul Young as the tour continues its 40-stop summer road trip.

Suburban Boxer Sets Sights On 2028 Olympics

"He's taken it to a level that we haven't seen in a while, which would be the Olympics in 2028," the mayor said. "So, we're super proud of him and want to support him in every way we can, and we know that he is going to make that journey."

Bicyclist Was 'Alert And Sitting Up' After Crash With Train: Police

The train hit a woman as she rode her bike across the tracks, police said.

Village Votes To Buy Pope Leo XIV's Childhood Home

The village voted unanimously to take control of the house where the pontiff grew up.

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