Woman Drowns Trying To Save Son | Forest Preserve Workers Begin Strike | ICE Investigation Launches

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:

Woman Dies After Trying To Help Son In Des Plaines River

Lake County Forest Preserves police and coroner are investigating the drowning near Libertyville.

Cook County Forest Preserves To Remain Open During Teamsters Strike

Nearly 200 workers previously authorized a walkout amid a contract dispute over wages, overtime and other terms.

Evanston Launching Investigation Into ICE Conduct During Operation Midway Blitz

A city update says police sent evidence to a Cook County unit that reviews alleged criminal conduct by federal immigration officers.

Suspect Still Wanted 3 Years After Fatal Palatine Shooting

Police are renewing their call for information in the 2023 shooting death of 15-year-old Damian Hernandez.

Bailey Campaign To Donate Money From Registered Sex Offender: Report

The Republican nominee's campaign said it was unaware of the Rockford pastor's criminal history, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.

Former Trustee Accused Of Kicking Woman At Restaurant

Harold England is accused of kicking a woman and breaking a glass door during an altercation at a Crystal Lake-area restaurant.

Child Abduction Report Sparks Police Response At Algonquin Target

Witnesses called 911 after hearing a juvenile yell that the man with her was not her father but police later determined he was.

Father Accused Of Directing Creators Of Child Sex Abuse Videos On What He'd Pay To See: Officials

Brent A. Edmonson, 55, of Crystal Lake, faces nine felony counts after investigators traced four CyberTips to his home.

Village Council To Vote On Critical Next Steps For Reopening Of Tower Road Pier

The closed pier at Tower Road Beach could move closer to reopening as Winnetka advances engineering work this week.

78-Year-Old Man Reported Missing In Skokie

Anyone who may have information about the man's whereabouts was asked to call 911 as soon as possible.

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