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.
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One resident escaped the early Sunday morning blaze on East Walnut Avenue and declined further medical treatment.
The 24-year-old allegedly broke into a Waukegan restaurant and became trapped in its ventilation system overnight, officials said.
Health officials say the risk of human infection is high and are urging residents to take precautions against mosquito bites.
Police said the 16-year-old was attacked with a pistol after meeting one of the suspects at a park.
Police and firefighters are at the scene near Oak Street Monday morning, and drivers are being urged to use another route.
Illinois State Police said a passenger vehicle struck the median early Monday.
SUV collided with a semi-truck on East Main Street, trapping one person inside, officials said.
The system can autonomously send a drone to some 911 calls within minutes, giving dispatchers an aerial view before crews arrive.
Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze Saturday night, and residents were later allowed back into the building.
Johnathon Skroko, 28, faces 45 years to life after a Lake County jury found him guilty in the killing of Robbie Dickerson.
The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously recommended landmark status for the DeWindt Road property.
The current contract expires in December 2026, and the Village Board will be discussing whether to renew it over the next several months.
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