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Teen Dies in ATV Crash / Wakeboard Park Sets Opening Date / Crystal Lake South Gets Perfect Score on ACT
Here is a look back at the top news stories that made headlines this past week on Crystal Lake-Cary Patch.

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Man Charged With Driving Under Influence of Marijuana in Fatal Crash
- Brandon A. Stang, 23, of Wauconda has been charged in connection with the crash that killed Stephanie V. Kostenko, 22, of Lake Zurich.
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- The concerts will be held every Tuesday starting on June 7 and going through Aug. 16.
Legislation Introduced to Prevent Widow of Disgraced Cop From Receiving Pension Benefits
- Melodie Gliniewicz has been charged with crimes connected to her late husband’s scheme to steal from the Fox Lake Explorer program.
Big R Department Store Looks to Open in Vacant Dominick's Location in LITH
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- The village is working with the developer on a financial incentive package.
Teen Died After ATV Landed on Top of Him: Coroner
- An autopsy revealed the teen died of "compressional asphyxia" from an ATV that landed on his chest during the crash Sunday.
Second Crystal Lake South Student Earns Perfect Score on ACT
- It's a rare feat, but two Crystal Lake South students so far this year have earned a score of 36 on the ACT.
The Quarry Wakeboard Park in Crystal Lake Announces Opening Date
- The Quarry Wakeboard Park & Grille will open on June 11 in Crystal Lake.
Longtime Algonquin Library Board President, Jeopardy Champ Dies of Cancer at Age 57
- Funeral services for Lynn Hammerlund will be held this week.
Man Charged After Firing Gun Off Inside, Outside Crystal Lake Home
- The man fired off the gun when officers responded to a domestic incident early Monday.
Illinois House Approves Bill to Double Fine for Driving Around Railroad Gates
- The bill has been set to Gov. Rauner’s desk for a signature.
Cary Park Foundation Awards Educational Scholarships
- The Cary Park Foundation is pleased to announce the award of four $500 scholarships to four local students.
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