Hotel Homicide Investigation | Firefighter Charged With Arson | Man Goes Missing After Airport Drop-off

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:

Man Charged With Murder In Hotel Homicide Investigation: Elk Grove Village PD

A 50-year-old woman, who police found dead outside a hotel earlier this week, was stabbed multiple times following a dispute.

Firefighter Charged With Arson In 700-Acre Blaze At IL Nature Preserve

The fire burned through more than 700 acres Friday morning at the Green River State Wildlife Area in northwest Illinois.

Man Goes Missing After O'Hare Dropoff: Chicago PD

Elijah Joseph Hoard, 23, who may require medical attention, was last seen at the airport on Friday, but never boarded his flight.

Man Attempts To Grab Cop's Gun During Arrest Confrontation: Palatine PD

The 34-year-old was reportedly knocking on a neighbor's apartment door and attempting to gain entry prior to police arrival.

Scammers Prey On Owners Of Lost Pets In Lake County

The scammers will tell the pet owners the pet has been found and then ask for money to prevent euthanasia or the release of the pet.

Major Delays Expected As IL 53 Improvements Resume In Northwest Suburbs: IDOT

The work stretches from Lake Cook Road to Interstate 90 in Rolling Meadows, Palatine and Arlington Heights.

Injured Person Investigation Includes Violent Crimes Task Force Assistance: Glenview PD

Glenview officers and paramedics responded to a 911 call Monday in the 3100 block of Sanders Road.

Evanston 311 Center Marks 15 Years of Service to Community

The Evanston 311 Center has handled nearly 2 million phone calls and over 450,000 service requests since its launch in March 2011.

Police Arrest Armed Suspect Accused Of Trying To Break Into Cars

A call about a suspicious person in an alleyway trying to open cars turned into a weapons arrest in Evanston.

Firefighters Extinguish Residential Fire Blazing At Lake Forest Home

The Lake Forest Fire Department responded to a residential fire on Friday morning.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Loaner Kia Stolen From Dealership: Highland Park Crime Blotter
• Drunken Driver Found With Loose Cannabis During Arrest: Arlington Heights PD Blotter
• Stolen Credit Card Used To Buy $20K Of Neiman Marcus Merchandise: Northbrook Police Blotter

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