Crime & Safety
Teen Drowns In Lake Michigan | Child Accused In Stabbing | Amazon Warehouse Fire
A roundup of top local stories for the far northern suburbs.
NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — Good morning — here’s the latest on news for the far northern suburbs, from Crystal Lake to Libertyville and communities throughout Lake and McHenry counties.
A running roundup of top stories will be updated here throughout the day. Check back for the latest developments.
Teen Dies After Being Rescued From Lake Michigan
The teen was swimming in a channel with friends in Waukegan when the incident occurred Sunday, authorities said.
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Blind Man Sues Grayslake Car Dealership Over Alleged Bait-And-Switch
Lawsuit claims dealership changed terms during a new car purchase and took advantage of the buyer’s visual impairment.
Child Accused Of Stabbing Man Near McHenry In 'Domestic Incident': Authorities
The incident happened in the 5300 block of Leeside Street on Wednesday night, police said.
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Fire At Amazon Warehouse Sparks Large Emergency Response: Authorities
Employees extinguished much of the blaze before firefighters arrived at the Freeman Road distribution facility Tuesday night.
Round Lake Toddler Killed In Double Fatality On Route 41
A 73-year-old Wilmette woman also died in the collision, which happened Saturday afternoon in Highland Park.
No ID Released In Home Explosion Due To 'Severity Of Burns': Coroner
One person was killed and two others seriously injured in a house explosion Sunday near Wonder Lake, authorities said.
Man Recorded Hours-Long Attack Before Nurse's Strangulation Death: Prosecutors
Katherine “Kat” Torbick, 43, was found dead inside her home April 30; prosecutors say audio captured assaults, threats and her final moments
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