Father Killed Family | Assault Weapons Ban | Body Pulled From River

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:

Father Killed Family Before Taking Own Life: Buffalo Grove Police

Autopsies of the 5 dead family members, including 2 small children, showed the cause of death for all to be from "sharp force injuries."

Man Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Woman During Child Pickup In Volo

The attack occurred Friday morning at a home in Lake County. Thammaya Siackhasone, 39, now faces sex assault and domestic battery charges.

Assault Weapons Ban, No FOID Under 21 In House Democrat Proposal

Under the proposed "Protecting Illinois Communities Act," no one under 21 can get a gun license unless they're in the military.

Body Pulled From Fox River In Carpentersville Matches Missing Woman

Authorities say the body matches the description of Kimberly Koerner, 52, of Algonquin, who was reported missing Sunday.

Nurse Accused Of Punching Elderly Man In Face At Nursing Home

The employee at Hillcrest Nursing Center now faces criminal charges.

Police Search Dog Who Helped Many In Distress Has Died

Family, firefighters and canine teams said their final goodbye Sunday afternoon to Irie — a "well-decorated" search dog.

No Cash Allowed At Portillo's Drive-Thru After Armed Robbery

The Portillo's in Gurnee is no longer accepting cash from its drive-thru customers.

JCC Chicago Hosts '8 Nights Of Hanukkah' Events In Chicago, Suburbs

It's the third year JCC Chicago has celebrated all eight nights with in-person or virtual programming welcoming families, teens and adults.

Crystal Lake Man Sends Cards To Boost Spirits

The creator of Stamps4hope sends out the cards free of charge to anyone who signs up for one.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Thief Steals Crock Pot, Vacuum Cleaner: Arlington Heights PD Blotter
• Group Steals Benz From Repair Shop: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter
• Car Accident Leads To Confrontation: Northbrook PD Blotter

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