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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:

Billy Corgan Hosts Benefit Concert For July 4 Parade Shooting Victims

The Smashing Pumpkins founder and his partner, Choloe Mendel, announced plans for a July 27 live-stream benefit show at Madame Zuzu's.

Man Found Dead Following House Fire In Spring Grove

Jozef K. Wisniewski, 68, was found dead inside the residence in Spring Grove.

Motorcyclist Killed After Hitting Semi On I-94: Police

The afternoon crash shut down traffic on the interstate for several hours.

Scammers Targeting Victims Of Highland Park Mass Shooting, FBI Warns

Friends and family of those wounded in the July 4 parade shooting have been contacted by potential scammers, the attorney general announced.

Dad Pleads Not Guilty In Drowning Deaths Of 3 Young Children

Jason Karels, 35, is accused of drowning his children, ages 5, 3 and 2, in a bathtub at his Round Lake Beach home in June.

Man Sentenced To 65 Years For Killing Wife

Gary Kamen pleaded guilty to first-degree murder last month for the "brutal and heinous" murder of his wife in 2018.

Man Sentenced To 57 Years For Attempted Murder Of State Trooper

Volodymyr Dragan, 57, of Wheeling, has been in the Cook County Jail since 2019.

North Shore Man Looking For Love On 'The Bachelorette'

Jame Clarke is a 25-year-old MBA candidate who spent most of his on-screen time during the season premiere sharing his love of meatballs.

Huntley Police Seek Gunman In Early Morning Shooting

Authorities say the gunman walked up to the home in Huntley early Monday and fired shots. Two were injured.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Graffiti, Fireworks Complaints Made: Police Blotter
• Whiskey Thief Busted At Home: Police Blotter
• SUV Stolen Overnight From Driveway: Police Blotter
• Male Genitalia Spray-Painted On Pillar: Police Blotter
• Ex Arrested On Charge Of Aggravated Assault; Statute Stolen: Blotters
• Homeowner Watches Burglars Remotely Over Security Camera: Blotters

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