7 Boys Battered At Daycare | Man Dies Under Ice | Norovirus Spike

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — We've hit the midway point of a busy news week. Let us get you caught up on the latest from the northern Chicago suburbs from the past few days.

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

Man With History Of Mistreating Dogs Denied Pretrial Release: Court

astryk, 29, now faces charges in McHenry County Circuit Court.

Daycare Employees Accused Of Battering 7 Boys: Des Plaines PD

The two were arrested following an investigation into incidents at A Mother's Touch Daycare.

Intoxicated Man Beats Up 65-Year-Old Mother, Family Dog: Des Plaines PD

Sean Barnes, 39, remains in the Cook County Jail on a felony charge of aggravated battery stemming from the incident last week.

Missing Man Found Dead Under Ice Identified

The body of the 50-year-old man was found in Wonder Lake on Saturday afternoon.

5 Children Rescued From Abuse, Exploitation In Lake County In 2025: Authorities

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children Team also arrested 13 alleged predators last year, police said Tuesday.

McHenry County Sees Spike In Norovirus Cases

Health officials are urging area residents to take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.

Sarah Jessica Parker To Be Northwesterns 2026 Commencement Speaker

Award-winning actress Sarah Jessica Parker will address Northwestern's Class of 2026 at this year's graduation ceremony.

AbbVie To Bring 300 New Jobs Through $380M Investment In New Pharmaceutical Plant

Construction will begin in spring 2026, with both new North Chicago facilities expected to be fully operational in 2029.

1 Dead After Car Strikes Sign, Tree: Niles PD

The early Tuesday morning crash closed down a portion of Oakton Street for several hours.

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