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Here is a roundup of top stories from recent days in the northern Chicago suburbs.

North Suburban News Update publishes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
North Suburban News Update publishes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. (Patch)

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:

Double Clutch Brewing In Evanston Wins Brewery Of The Year Award

A North Shore brewer took the top small brewery prize, as well as two silver medals for his lagers at the 2022 Great American Beer Festival.

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$200K Bail For Man Accused Of Assault, Battering Officer

Mario Coleman remains behind bars following the Oct. 2 incident in Libertyville.

Authorities Work To ID 3 Killed In Sunday Crash

Three people were found dead inside a sports utility vehicle that collided with a tree, started on fire in Gurnee.

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Local Food Pantries Feel Pinch As Inflation Soars

Plus, how you can help give back to local pantries slammed with record numbers of people stopping out.

Boy, 14, Accidentally Shot, Killed While Friends Passed Around Gun

A juvenile was charged with involuntary manslaughter in the accidental shooting.

The History Behind Libertyville's 'Devil's Gate'

A local history buff shares her thoughts on the urban legend and how it originated.

Federal Judge Blocks Illinois Law Limiting Judicial Campaign Donations

With the judge's ruling in favor of a former Lake County prosecutor, the ban on out-of-state contributions to judicial campaigns is lifted.

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