We might have an enduring fascination with the Asian Carp Takeover of 2010, but we also care about the presence of other crazy animals in and around Illinois as well. Lake County Health Officials have found a rabid bat in the bedroom of a Lake County home on June 27. It is unclear how these rabid bats have become infected, but this not-so-auspicious bat discovered last weekend is the sixth rabid bat found in Lake County this year. more ›

Well, not everywhere, but close. It wasn't too long ago we mentioned the rabid bats over in McHenry County. Today comes word of the discovery of a rabid bat in over in Will County, more specifically Naperville. The bat was discovered hanging under a trampoline this weekend but since then officials say it was first seen almost a week ago and are looking into whether or not anyone came in contact with the bat. It's Will County's fourth rabid bat since May 1. [WBBM] more ›

There was a lot going on this weekend so we can understand if you didn't have a chance to peruse the site. And we're sure you're already cracking at work, so here are some helpful links from our weekend coverage that might help you catch up on what you missed. more ›