Community 'Shaken' Over Abuse Death Of Boy | Man Grabs Juvenile During Theft | Driver Strikes Cop Squad Car

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:

Community 'Shaken' Over Abuse Death Of Boy, 8: Police

The mother of the boy and her boyfriend will appear in court in Lake County Monday afternoon. RELATED: Boy Starved, Abused To Death By Mom, Her Boyfriend In Round Lake Beach: Police

Grooming Charge Filed Against Crystal Lake Man Accused Of Sending Sexual Message To Juvenile

Clicerio Alvarez Mascote, 58, was taken into custody on Feb. 6 after a resident reported inappropriate messages sent to a juvenile.

Driver Flees Scene After Striking State Police Squad Car On IL 53 In NW Suburbs

The trooper had pulled over on the right shoulder of the northbound lanes at Algonquin Road to assist a stranded motorist.

Roads Shut Down Following Pedestrian Versus Vehicle Incident: Niles PD

Police were asking motorists to find alternate routes following the Sunday crash, the latest in a growing number of similar incidents.

Norge Ski Jumper Makes 3rd Appearance At Olympics: When Will Kevin Bickner Compete?

Kevin Bickner, of Wauconda, has been skiing since he was 9 years old.

Car Burglar Throws Gun Over Fence During Arrest: Des Plaines PD

The 18-year-old was arrested and charged with felony counts of burglary to a motor vehicle and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.

Unknown Man Grabs Juvenile, Steals Cellphone: Palatine PD

A juvenile was reportedly approached, grabbed, and had a cellphone taken Monday morning in Palatine.

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