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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:

Accused Highland Park Parade Shooter Bobby Crimo To Represent Himself

Accused of shooting more than 50 paradegoers from a Highland Park rooftop last year, he invoked his constitutional right to a speedy trial.

School Districts Value Arlington Park Property At $160M

The three districts secured two independent appraisals of the potential future home of the Chicago Bears.

Teen Believed To Be Headed To Holiday Party When She Went Missing

The 17-year-old Carpentersville girl has been missing for a week and may have been headed to a party in Vernon Hills prior to going missing. RELATED: Crews Search Pond Amid Investigation Into Missing Teen — Police

Mayor Snuffs Out Vape Ban Proposed By Lake Forest High School Students

Mayor Randy Tack puff, puff, passed on local limitations to the sales of flavored e-cigarette suggested by local high school seniors.

Long Grove Student Wins Voting Sticker Contest: Lake County

The seventh-grade Woodlawn Middle School student beat out over 200 submissions in the design contest.

Antioch Bans Sale Of Delta-8 THC, Kratom

Village trustees recently voted 5-0 to prohibit liquor and tobacco license holders from selling the products.

1 Dead After Intoxicated, Wrong-Way Driver Causes Wheeling Crash: Cops

The collision killed the other vehicle's driver — a 53-year-old — authorities said. RELATED: Teacher Killed In Head-On Crash By Suspected Drunk Driver In Suburban Chicago

Bin There, Done That: New Garbage, Recycling Carts Coming To Wilmette

The removal of old carts begins Monday and continues through the end of the year as part of the transition to Lakeshore Recycling Services.

McHenry Man Gets Probation For Beating, Seriously Injuring Two Cats

A judge has sentenced a former McHenry man to probation after he took a plea deal in a case.

After $4.3 Million Renovation, Expanded Highwood Library Reopens

“This is an exciting time for our city," Mayor Charlie Pecaro said.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Man Nabbed For Theft At 2 Mariano's: Arlington Heights PD Blotter
• 300 Pounds Of Copper Stolen At Restaurant Site: Northbrook PD Blotter
• Man Pepper Sprays Woman At Grocery Store: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

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