NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — Hope your week is off to a good start. Let us get you caught up on the latest news 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:
Firefighters saved a family's three pets after a fire broke out in the attic of their Lake Forest home.
Katherine “Kat” Torbick, 43, was found dead inside her home April 30; prosecutors say audio captured assaults, threats and her final moments
The incident happened at Countryside Flower Shop, Nursery and Garden Center in Crystal Lake on Friday afternoon.
Police had conducted daily searches for Albert Lieberman after he was reported missing in April.
The 26-year-old victim was seriously injured in last week's incident.
Alternative Hair Couture 'Transforming Lives' In Downtown Glenview: Chamber
The salon, specializing in hair loss treatment options, recently opened on Waukegan Road.
Artist Zeeshan Farooq was part of the library's Maker in Residence Program, which invites artists to share their artistic expertise.
Fire officials say the blast destroyed a home and damaged nearby properties as investigators work to determine the cause.
Authorities said Nestor Ramirez Sr. was charged with reckless discharge of a firearm after the incident on Manchester Court.
The crash closed down traffic on Route 41 for four hours, authorities said.
The alleged attack happened early Saturday at the Hampton Inn in McHenry.
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