Best Halloween Yards | Murder For Hire Plot | $1K In Makeup Stolen

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — It's Friday and before we all sign off for the weekend, let's get caught up on the top news stories from recent days in the northern Chicago suburbs.

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

Pedestrian Struck, Killed By 2 Cars In Prospect Heights: Police

Elmhurst Road was closed for nearly six hours following the Tuesday evening incident.

Patch's 2023 Guide To Chicagoland's Best Halloween Yard Haunts

Most of the haunts will be up and running across the Chicago area starting this weekend!

3rd Man Charged In Murder For Hire Plot, Mastermind Stays Jailed: Cops

A jealous ex, paid triggerman and getaway driver have all been charged with first-degree murder and attempted murder, authorities said.

Driver, 79, Killed, 3 Teens Injured In Lincolnshire Crash: Police

The 19-year-old driver of another car and two juvenile passengers were taken to area hospitals following the Tuesday evening crash.

Man Shot By SWAT Team While Holding Woman At Knifepoint Jailed: Cops

The 33-year-old Round Lake man was reportedly using cocaine and hallucinating as he held a knife to the woman's neck.

Duo Trespassed At Store After 4th Theft: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

The pair had been cited three previous times for retail theft at Woodman's Grocery, according to police.

Walgreens Thief Steals $1K In Cosmetics: Arlington Heights PD Blotter

The male suspect displayed brass knuckles to an employee while exiting the store, according to police.

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