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Toddler's Death Still Unsolved; 'Not Looking For A Body'; 'Reckless' E-Bikes: IL News

Plus: Video released of in-custody death; Route 66 monument unveiled; did "freak occurrence" cause crash that killed four?; Tylenol murders

Semaj Crosby, 16 months old, was reported missing days before her body was found stuffed under a couch in her family's home.
Semaj Crosby, 16 months old, was reported missing days before her body was found stuffed under a couch in her family's home. (John Ferak)

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.

Semaj Crosby Tragedy 8 Years Later: Sheriff Investigation Takes New Turn

A suburban sheriff's office is taking a new approach in regard to bringing justice to little Semaj Crosby, the 16-month-old toddler found dead underneath her family's couch eight years ago this week.

Investigators 'Not Searching For Body' As Search Continues At Home

Police have been conducting a follow-up investigation into an "old case," but the subject of their search remains a mystery.

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New Rule Targets 'Reckless" E-Bike Riders

The police chief cited an increase in groups of teens on e-bikes riding "recklessly" on e-bikes. "That's our target here," he said.

Video Shows Events Leading To Man's Death In Police Custody

No evidence of misconduct was found after a review by the state's attorney's office. Video showed police speaking to the man after he crashed his car at a gas station before collapsing.

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Crash That Killed 3 Girls, Teenager Was 'Freak Occurrence': Driver's Lawyer

"It rendered her completely and utterly incapacitated," the woman's lawyer said, adding that "she has no recollection" of what happened. Three children and an 18-year-old were killed when the vehicle left the road, drove through a field and then plowed through an after-school program building, hitting multiple people inside and outside the building.

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Route 66 Monument Unveiled At Iconic Restaurant

These vibrant 3D Route 66 shield sculptures have become fan favorites for travelers and road trip enthusiasts, offering picture-perfect moments that celebrate the nostalgia and charm of America’s most iconic highway, Heritage Corridor Destinations said.

Netflix Explores Unsolved Tylenol Murders In New Docuseries

Over three days in 1982, seven people died across the Chicago suburbs in what would become known as the Tylenol Murders. More than 40 years later, the case remains unsolved, but Netflix is taking a new look at the crimes with a new docuseries premiering this month.

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