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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.

DoorDash Driver Delivering Pizza Robbed At Gunpoint

The driver said he delivered a pizza order to two people, but they did not have enough money to pay for it. They both left, but police said one of them returned and pointed a handgun at the driver, taking his wallet, cellphone and pizza.

Murder Charges Filed In 2023 Death Of Nearly Decapitated Woman

A 34-year-old registered sex offender has been charged with murder, more than six months after the body of his girlfriend was found in a duffel bag inside his apartment with her head nearly severed. He was previously only charged with concealing her death, after the State’s Attorney’s Office refused to charge him with murder and told police to find more evidence.

Staffer With July 4 Parade Shooting PTSD Fired By Park District

The 41-year-old was at the parade route during the shooting, the deadliest by a single gunman in state history, and helped evacuate attendees, notify residents and locate survivors, he told reporters. He returned to work immediately after the shooting, but took a leave of absence after he suffered a panic attack when a student brought a gun to a nearby high school.

White Sox In ‘Serious’ Talks To Move Near South Loop: Report

The Chicago Bears may not be the city’s only professional sports franchise who may be on the move, after a published report on Wednesday indicated that the White Sox are in “serious” discussions with the city about a possible relocation near the South Loop.