Cop Accused Of Threats To Kill Wife, Drown Kids | Missing Child Home, Mom Charged | Costco Road Rage: 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.

Police Officer Threatened To Kill Wife, Drown Children In Bathtub: Authorities

He has worked for a suburban police department for over 20 years. Prosecutors say he threatened to shoot his wife in the face and drown their children.

Missing IL Child Safely Returned, Mom And 2 Others Arrested In Missouri

The mother, who does not have custody, was wanted for child abduction, and has an extensive criminal history, including allegations of homicide, weapons, assault, sex offenses and theft offenses.

Man Brandishes Paintball Gun After Cutting Someone Off In Costco Parking Lot: Police

After cutting off another driver in the parking lot of Costco, a man reportedly threatened the driver with a paintball gun, according to police.

Culver's Plagued By 'Out Of Control' Kids — Until Owner Demanded Parent Accountability

A plea for help from a south suburban fast food franchise owner — who reached her breaking point over unaccompanied minors causing havoc at her restaurant — has turned into an opportunity for community building.

Man Accused Of Vandalizing CFD Firehouses, Firefighters' Personal Cars With Axe

The total damages to the firehouses and personal vehicles are estimated at over $130,000, police said.

19-Year-Old Woman Pulled From Cal-Sag Channel Dies

A citizen reported seeing a woman leaning over the Cal Sag Channel bridge, launching water rescue efforts, fire officials said.

Bar Attack Lawsuit Names City Councilman

The suit alleges that the city councilman, then a manager at the bar, and others participated in an attack on the man after he witnessed a female bar server being groped and recorded it on his phone. But the bar owner — himself a lawyer — says the plaintiff had been taking photos of a woman's backside and making women in the bar uncomfortable.

Superintendent Not Around, Duties Limited

"We ask that Cabinet, Academic Cabinet and Operations Cabinet continue your work together," the school board president said in a message to district officials. "Superintendent Lach will no longer be participating."