Teacher Charged With Sexual Abuse Of Student | 30 Hurt In School Bus Crash | Cop Car Crash: 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.

Teacher Accused Of Sex Assault, Abuse Of Former Middle School Student

The 34-year-old middle school teacher is accused of aggravated criminal sexual abuse and criminal sexual assault while being in a position of authority. Police learned of "suspicious incidents involving a minor male and an adult female" in early October.

30 Injured As Bus Carrying Students Involved In Crash: Report

The crash involving three school buses happened en route to a museum field trip, according to reports.

Cop Car In Crash; Officer Goes To Hospital

The officer was responding to a fire at the time of the collision.

Injured Coyote Spotted: Village

Officials warned residents against intervening with the injured animal.

School District Mistakenly Overtaxes By $2M

The district said it plans to make taxpayers whole. An official apologized and took responsibility.

Restaurant Offers Free Lunch For Those Losing SNAP Benefits

"We have such an amazing community here, and we want to do our part to support it. Over the years, the community has supported us — now it’s our turn to give back." The free lunches will be offered through November.

Man Killed In Crash Was Father Of 5, Came To US Legally To 'Work Hard And Build A Better Future': Family

"He was a devoted husband and a loving father of five young children who now face life without their father’s warmth, strength, and support." Three other people — a 66-year-old woman and a 26-year-old man and his 5-year-old daughter — were also killed.