Cat Tossed From Car | Police Shortage | Serial Bank Robber

We've almost made it to the weekend. Before you sign off for the week, here's a peak at the top stories that made headlines across the northern Chicago suburbs in recent days.

UpRising Cafe Can Again Host Events, Drag Shows

Village officials in Lake in the Hills have reached an agreement with the Lake in the Hills business.

Man Accused Of Throwing Cat Out Car Window, Running It Over, Killing It

The 41-year-old Round Lake Park man now faces cruelty to animals charges in Lake County.

Doctor Charged With Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse Of Child

A physician and assistant professor at Northwestern University's medical school is accused of sexual conduct with a child.

Officers Who Arrested Highland Park Shooter Honored With Flags Flown At U.S. Capitol

U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider presented certificates and flags to the seven North Chicago police officers during a Tuesday ceremony.

Evanston Police Staffing Shortage Prompt Policy Shifts

Detectives are no longer routinely assigned to investigate certain crimes, and five Community Policing Unit members have been reassigned.

Serial Bank Robber: FBI Offers Reward For Knife-Wielding Bandit

The robber who struck Evanston Wednesday appeared to be in his early 30s, less than 5' 10'' tall and more than 200 pounds, authorities said.

Northbrook Man Injured Fending Off Home Invasion: Prosecutors

Police say a 35-year-old Deerfield man attacked several times, causing victim to suffer a broken finger, head laceration as he fought back.

A 'Cutty' Above: Former Bears QB Cutler Teams With LITH Cornhole Pro

Lake In The Hills bags pro Jay Rubin and Jay Cutler shoot to win $10,000 for charity at the American Cornhole League World Championships.

Suit Filed After Elderly Man Leaves Assisted Living Facility, Drowns In Pond

Jimmy Hedrich, 82, wandered away from Gurnee Place Memory Care early on July 30.

Dog Trainer Gets Jail Time For Starving Dogs

Ryan M. Thomas, 39, owned a dog training facility in Woodstock. He's been sentenced to 180 days in jail.

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Country Club Burglary Caught On Camera Leads To Criminal Charges: Cops

Carol Mitten 'Not The Right Fit' For Evanston, City Council Determines