Woman Who Shot Husband Previously Sparked Search | Sextortion Targets Teen | Cartel Head's Son Pleads Guilty

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.

Woman Who Once Sparked Nationwide Missing Persons Case Now Sentenced For Shooting Husband

A woman who once went missing with her two young children, sparking a nationwide missing person case, has now been sentenced for shooting her husband.

Notorious Cartel Leader El Chapo's Son Pleads Guilty To Federal Drug Charges

Guzman Lopez stated in his plea agreement that he and his three brothers — collectively known as “the Chapitos” — assumed their father’s leadership role in the Sinaloa Cartel, following El Chapo’s arrest in 2016.

Teen Targeted In 'Sextortion' Scheme, Blackmailer Threatens To Publish Explicit Photos

The teen thought he was communicating with a girl his age on the Yubo app, when he was enticed into sending explicit photos, police said.

Pet Killed In Car Vs Pedestrian Crash

A woman who was walking her dog was struck by a car, authorities said.

Masked Man, 26, Stole Dozens Of Boxes Of Medication From 2 Pharmacies: Police

An employee told police that two men wearing neon coats and face masks had concealed several bottles of vitamins and other over-the-counter medications in their pockets, and left without paying. Only one was caught, police said.

Missing Woman, 65, Found Dead At Rail Yard: Police

According to officials, she had been seen getting off a Pace bus just minutes after getting on. She had been missing for nearly three weeks.

Bicyclist Dead After Hit-And-Run Crash, Illinois State Police Seek Answers

Anyone driving in the area at the time of the crash, anyone who witnessed the crash, or anyone who may have dash camera video of the incident or video of the location near the time of the crash, are asked to please contact ISP Special Agents.

Health Officials 'Deeply Concerned' Over Hepatitis Vaccine Change

A vaccine advisory panel appointed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. voted Friday to not recommend the birth dose of the vaccine for all newborns.