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Boy, 15, Charged With Murder | Man Falls To Death | Alfresco Dining District Returns

Police officer accused of offering to drop DUI charge for sexual contact | There will be no charges against feds in pepper-spray incident.

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The top stories from the far northern Chicago suburbs for recent days. (Patch.com graphic )

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — As we head into the weekend, let us get you caught up on the latest news 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:

15-Year-Old Boy Charged With First-Degree Murder: Palatine PD

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Kevin K. Koonce, 20, of Streamwood, was found in a crashed car with a gunshot wound last month and later died at the hospital.

Man Falls To Death In Construction Accident At Northwestern University: Police

A man operating equipment atop a building at Northwestern University fell four stories and was pronounced dead.

43-Year-Old Woman Found Dead In Schaumburg Home, Man In Custody: Report

Police were conducting a well-being check at the home Thursday night when they found the deceased woman, according to a report.

Broadview Six Case Shrinks As Prosecutors Seek To Drop Main Conspiracy Count: Report

The move would leave misdemeanor assault charges against remaining defendants in the Broadview protest case.

Officer Offered to Drop DUI Charges for Sexual Contact: Prosecutors

A Park City officer is accused of using traffic stops to solicit sexual contact from the same woman on two occasions, prosecutors said.

Arlington Alfresco Showcases Outdoor Dining, Summer Concerts In Downtown Arlington Heights

The pedestrian-only downtown dining district returns Friday with concerts starting June 4 in Harmony Park.

No Charges For Federal Agents In Elgin Pepper-Spray Incident

Federal agents involved in a December immigration enforcement operation in Elgin will not face criminal charges.

43-Year-Old Woman Found Dead In Schaumburg Home, Man In Custody: Report

Palatine Liquor Store Sells $750K Lucky Day Lotto Ticket To Cook County Friends

The "Pirate Gals" have played Illinois Lottery for years, but this was their first time winning the jackpot.

These 6 Chicago-Area Malls Face 'Financial Distress': Report

Green Street, a real estate information company, assigned letter grades for six Chicago-area malls. Here's how those malls ranked.

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