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.
Pierre French pleaded guilty to stabbing Dreanna Booker, 33, in December 2024, prosecutors said.
Police said the Waukegan man ran into a forest preserve after a three-vehicle crash that injured a father and his 5-year-old son.
The Arlington Heights school honored Mary Lenz Wieman, a 1976 Sacred Heart of Mary graduate who died in the World Trade Center.
Niche's latest Crime and Safety report gives letter grades to communities throughout the region based on crime data and resident feedback.
IL National Guard Soldier, 21, Killed In Crash
The Carpentersville man was returning home from a community outreach event in Kewanee when the crash occurred Sunday night, officials said.
Lake County Approves 8-Month Data Center Moratorium
The pause applies to unincorporated areas as officials study regulations, but it does not affect the massive T5 data center project.
Coroner IDs Man Who Drowned At Illinois Beach State Park
Asdrubal Guifarro Munoz, 45, was pulled from Lake Michigan by bystanders Sunday and later pronounced dead, authorities said.
Police said the 21-year-old advanced toward an officer while brandishing the electric trimmer despite repeated commands to drop it.
A remembrance open house is planned Thursday, with a second vigil set for Saturday near the community where Kirk grew up.
Tickets start at $30 for Ravinia's five-show Winter Weekend, with public sales set for Sept. 25.
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