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NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — The work week is winding down, the holiday season is over and winter is officially here. We want to get you caught up on the latest news from the northern Chicago suburbs from the past couple days.

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

Huntley Man Charged In Slayings Of Father, 2 Young Boys

Alize Q. Smith, 31, of Huntley, faces charges of first-degree intentional homicide.

Details Emerge In Disappearance Of 6-Year-Old North Chicago Boy

North Chicago police said Damari Perry disappeared at a party in the Skokie area Tuesday afternoon.

Walgreens Exceeds Financial Expectations Due To COVID-19 Demands

The Deerfield-based company administered 15.6 million vaccinations and 6.5 million tests in the first quarter of 2022.

Reparations Lottery: Ping-Pong Balls Pick Payment Order

City staff said more than 120 people are eligible to be among the first to receive housing grants from Evanston's local reparations program.

Woman Found Unresponsive In Jacuzzi At Northbrook Retirement Home

The 87-year-old was later pronounced dead Wednesday at an area hospital.

Northbrook's Compher Makes U.S. Olympic Women’s Ice Hockey Team

The 22-year-old will compete in her first Olympics next month in Beijing, China.

Edens Plaza Sale Pending, Wayfair Flagship To Fill Carson's Box

Late last year, a developer agreed to buy Edens Plaza and lease its former Carson Pirie Scott building to online retailer Wayfair.

Teacher Accused Of Battering Student: Police

An investigation revealed communications between the Glenview teacher and student were of a sexual nature and a battery had occurred.

Glenbrook 225 Transitions To Remote Learning Amid COVID-19 Spread

The high school district said full in-person classes are scheduled to resume on Jan. 18.

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