NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — It's time to catch up on the biggest stories from around the northern Chicago suburbs. Here's a look back at the news that grabbed readers' attention in recent days— from major investigations and community updates to stories you may have missed.
The bicyclist suffered a potentially serious head injury and was flown to a Level 1 trauma center, authorities said.
The Hoffman Estates man coached softball athletes in Vernon Hills, Wauconda and elsewhere in the Chicago area, and police say additional underage athletes may have been affected.
Katelyn Heiden, 28, pleaded guilty to a felony charge involving sexual contact with a dog, with sentencing set for November.
Tirth J. Patel was recovered from the water near Belmont Harbor Wednesday; an autopsy remains pending.
All Seasons Orchard's new maze honors the country icon and her Imagination Library following her death Tuesday.
The 66,000-square-foot IKEA is expected to open in late fall.
Rabbi Moshe Spalter said he is recovering well nearly two months after donating a kidney to a stranger.
A research assistant professor at Northwestern University is facing charges of possessing child pornography, Lake County authorities said.
Jacob Gramer, 22, recently completed treatment for stage 4 neuroblastoma after more than a year of intensive treatment.
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