Passenger In Taxi Cab Fight Dies | Teacher's Grooming Accusations | Election Coverage

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — Hope your week is going well as we hit the midway point. 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:

Passenger In Taxi Cab Fight With Driver Dies: Glenview PD

Earlier this month, the 60-year-old driver was charged with causing the victim to fall from his taxi by accelerating the vehicle.

District 128 Faces Backlash Over Handling Of Grooming Accusations Against Former Teacher

Some parents are criticizing District 128’s response to alleged teacher abuse, while officials say they followed reporting rules.

Fatal Shooting Being Investigated As Homicide, Victim ID'd: Palatine PD

The victim, who was found dead in his car Monday night, had driven his vehicle into multiple parked cars and a garbage dumpster. RELATED: Fatal Shooting Investigation Underway After Vehicle Crashes Into Parked Cars In Palatine

Charli XCX, Lorde, Smashing Pumpkins Among Lollapalooza 2026 Headliners

Presale begins Thursday for the annual musical festival, which returns to Chicago's Grant Park July 30 through Aug. 2.

Walmart Cleared Following Reported Threat Investigation: Wheeling PD

The store, located at 1455 Lake Cook Road, was evacuated Monday night and temporarily closed as officers conducted an investigation.

Gunman Waited Outside Home Before Deadly Ambush: Complaint

The co-founder of a suburban transportation company died in the fatal shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in November 2025.

Woman Gets Prison After Fourth DUI, Crystal Lake Crash

Kathie L. Zaremba, 62, pleaded guilty to an aggravated DUI charge in front of Judge Mark Gerhardt on Tuesday.

Man Accused Of DUI, Hit-And-Run On Route 22

Investigators say the 73-year-old driver was under the influence when he struck a Crystal Lake man walking along Route 22 late Sunday night.

PRIMARY ELECTION COVERAGE

• $87.8M 'Redefine 109' School Referendum Passes In Deerfield: Lake County Clerk
• Quigley, Hanson Projected Primary Winners Of IL 5th Congressional District: AP
• Republican Bailey Projected Winner In IL Gubernatorial Primary: AP
• Election Judge Dies At Polling Place In McHenry County: Coroner
• 33rd Senate District Election Results: Penman Projected To Win
• Schneider Wins 10th District Primary: AP
• Gas Leak Forces Polling Place In Lake County To Close
• Hanley Declares Victory In IL Senate District 9 Primary
• Daniel Biss Wins Democratic Primary In 9th Congressional District, Will Face Pastor John Elleson
• Congressional Candidate Accused Of Having Inappropriate Relationship With Former Student

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Missing Park Bench: Winnetka, Glencoe Crime Blotters
• 'Sheriff' Calls Resident Regarding Sex Trafficking Case: Glenview Police Blotter
• Man Possessing Heroin, Meth Resists Police: Arlington Heights PD Blotter

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