Husband Dead In Accidental Shooting | Fatal Crash | Xmas Lights

NORTHERN ILLINOIS — With Thanksgiving week winding down, it's time to get caught up on all the top news stories from northern Illinois from the past couple days.

Here is a look at articles that have been getting attention from Patch.com readers:

Woman Released After Accidentally Shooting, Killing Husband: Officials

Kellee Holmes, 41, faces a reckless discharge of a firearm, a Class 4 felony, charge.

Woman Dies In Single-Vehicle Crash In Zion

Police say speed and intoxication contributed to the single-car crash.

Where To Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree 2022: Illinois Tree Farms

Make some memories by cutting down your own Christmas tree. Use our guide to find a tree farm within driving distance of Chicago's suburbs.

Man Accused Of Trying To Meet Child For Sex

Julio Rojas, 61, of Round Lake Heights, now faces charges following an undercover investigation.

Best Christmas Yard Displays Sought For 2022 Tour O' Holiday Lights

Do you have the best Christmas decorations in town? Send us photos and a description for Patch's 2022 tour o' lights.

Chevy Chase To Make Holiday Appearance At Suburban Raising Cane's

The actor will reprise his Clark Griswold character at a holiday lighting event that will include 13,000 lights and a Santa Claus visit.

Village Treasure House Celebrates 25 Years Of Helping Northbrook

The local home decor and consignment shop has relied on volunteers over the years to help contribute $3.4 million to people in need.

$2M Bail Set For Man Accused Of Trafficking Pot

Authorities say Matthew D. Lilla, 36, brought hundreds of pounds of marijuana into McHenry County and laundered money.

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• $300K Bail For Gang Member Who Beat Stepfather: Authorities
• Lake County Forest Preserves Offices Get Landscaping Makeover
• Holiday Art Market Kicks Off Brushwood Center's Holiday Season
• Grayslake Fire District Mourns Death Of Battalion Chief
• Grayslake Giving Tree Exhibit Opens For Holiday Season