Expressway Shooter Sought | Youth Coach Held On Sex Charges | Police Release Fatal Shooting Recordings

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.

Highland Park Police Seeks Driver Who Shot At Other Cars Near Edens Expressway

Police said a man reported damage to his vehicle after hearing gunshots near northbound Route 41 south of Central Avenue.

Teacher From Crystal Lake, Youth Sports Coach Held On Child Sex Abuse Material Charges

A judge denied pretrial release for the 27-year-old after investigators linked him to a Snapchat account, prosecutors said.

Pritzker Meets With NFL Commissioner In Push To Keep Bears In Illinois

The NFL said "timely action is essential" as Pat Ryan and legislative leaders joined Thursday's stadium discussion.

Des Plaines Police Release Recordings Of Fatal Touhy Avenue Shooting

Police identified the sergeant who shot a 21-year-old man holding a hedge trimmer as an outside investigation remains ongoing.

$1M Powerball Ticket Sold At Jewel-Osco In McHenry County

The lucky ticket matched all five regular numbers in Monday night's drawing, while the Spring Grove store will collect a $10,000 bonus.

Judge Halts District 47 Boundary Committee Meetings Amid Lawsuit

A temporary restraining order bars the committee from meeting and the school board from voting on boundary changes.

Father Gets 12 Years In Prison After Infant Son Suffers Severe Brain Injury

DeShawn M. Wilson, 28, admitted shaking and bouncing his 4-month-old son, who suffered a severe brain injury requiring emergency surgery.

Northwestern's New Ryan Field Opens Friday

The very first event at Northwestern University's new Ryan Field will be a Wildcats home game vs. Penn State.

Deer Park Town Center Sold For $125M, New Owners Plan Changes

The new ownership group plans to boost occupancy, refresh the tenant mix and reimagine gathering spaces at the shopping center.

Lake Bluff Brewing Closes Downtown Location After More Than 15 Years: Report

Owners Mike and Megan Dorneker said the landlord did not renew the lease and they are seeking a new Lake Bluff space.

Community Solar More Than Doubles In IL As Kane Co. Project Powers Up

More than 40,000 subscribers now participate in community solar statewide as new projects continue to come online.

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