Rittenhouse Defense Rests | Baby's Body Found | Holiday Lights

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — The work week is finally winding down and we are inching closer to the weekend. Before you sign off for the week, we wanted to get you caught up on the latest news from the northern Chicago suburbs from the past couple days.

Here is a look at articles that have been getting attention from Patch.com readers:

Defense Rests Case In Rittenhouse Trial

The case will resume on Monday with closing arguments and jury deliberations.

Body Discovered In Indiana Pond Is Missing Wheeling Baby: Police

A person of interest in the homicide of Ja'nya Murphy, 21, and kidnapping of her 1-year-old daughter has been found in Missouri.

Merry And Bright: Chicago Area Displays Open For Holidays

We've got a round up of the most popular light displays in the Chicago area and some are opening tonight.

Elderly Couple Located In Lake Zurich, Reunited With Family

The police department commended Officer Przemyslaw Struga for his "quick and decisive action" which led to their safe return.

Training Like The Pros: Glenbrook South Using MIT-Developed Tech

GBS is one of a few high schools in the country utilizing equipment adopted by the NFL, MLB, NHL, MLS, NBA and NCAA.

Former School Bus Driver Faces More Sex Abuse Charges

A second woman has come forward to police claiming the Lake County man sexually assaulted her as a child.

First Permanently Affordable Home In Village Purchased

A local nonprofit purchased the first of 14 homes set to be affordable in perpetuity with the principles of a community land trust.

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