Crime & Safety

Deadly Ambush Update | Firework Sparks Blaze | Family Of Loyola Student Reacts: 'She Should Be Here'

One injured when car hits pedestrian at food pantry | Man threatens to "shoot up" Jewish synagogue | Ex-prosecutor sues state's attorney.

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:

Alleged Shooter In Deadly Ambush Had History Of Violence: Court Records

The Lake County man accused of fatally shooting the founder of a suburban company also is accused of violently attacking a woman in 2023.

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Teen Flown To Hospital After Firework May Have Sparked Vehicle Fire: Fire Officials

Fire crews say a firework may have ignited the pickup, leaving the teen with serious burns and the vehicle destroyed.

1 Injured After Pedestrian Hit By Car At Food Pantry

The incident happened Tuesday morning at a food pantry in McHenry County.

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'She Should Be Here': Family Demands Accountability As Loyola Student's Killing Fuels Immigration Debate

Leaders from Chicago to Washington weighed in after the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Sheridan Gorman near Loyola University.

Subway Meetup Turns Into Jewelry Robbery Attempt: Mount Prospect PD

A Mount Prospect resident had agreed to meet an online marketplace connection interested in the jewelry at the restaurant.

Couple Used Nazi Symbols, Feces To Vandalize Republican Building: Arlington Heights PD

The arrests stem from an investigation into the January incident at the Republicans of Wheeling Township Building.

Ex-Kane County Prosecutor Sues State’s Attorney

Former prosecutor alleges he was dismissed after reporting backdating of criminal filings, according to reports.

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