Tortured Dead Dogs Dumped In Trash | Bailey Regrets Calling Chicago 'Hellhole' | Mural Honors Vets: IL News

ILLINOIS — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from 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.

'Cruel And Sadistic': 6 Dogs Tortured & Killed, Dumped In Trash Bags In Will County

The dogs were found dumped in a wooded area in unincorporated Crete. A $5,000 reward is being offered to find the person responsible.

Bailey Regrets Calling Chicago 'Hellhole' In New Video: IL Gubernatorial Election 2026

The Republican nominee for governor infamously characterized the city during his last run for the state's top spot four years ago.

Minooka Students Creating Downtown Mural To Honor Nation's Military Veterans

The project features a patriotic design created by Minooka Junior High 8th grader Ava Ruiz.

Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed In Crash That Killed 5 At IL After-School Camp

"This building — where it was built, how it was built — was uniquely vulnerable to a tragedy like this," attorney Lance Northcutt said.

Joliet To Host Greatest Baseball Game Ever Played? 'We Knew This Would Be A Special Day'

Joliet Patch visited the sacred grounds of the Old Joliet Prison on Monday as contractors were working to get the ball diamond spruced up.