Drowning Death | Girl Left Home To Meet Man She Met Online | 'Fun' Police Chase

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — As we get the weekend started, 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:

Police Provide Timeline Details In Drowning Death Of Missing Child

The child was found in a pond minutes after being reported missing, and preliminary findings list drowning as the cause, officials said.

How Police Found Missing Girl Who Left Home To Meet Georgia Man

Jordy Fuerte Perez now faces felony charges in the case following his arrest Sunday in Libertyville.

Local Man ID'd As Driver Killed While Changing Tire On Interstate: Medical Examiner

The 23-year-old Carpentersville man was struck on I-80 near Torrence Avenue while headed to work early Wednesday.

Biss To Resign As Evanston Mayor In October Amid Congress Bid

Daniel Biss said the timing is meant to ensure Evanston voters choose his successor in a special election next spring.

Student Seriously Injured In MCC Machining Class Files Lawsuit

The complaint alleges a machine component struck a student during a training exercise at the Crystal Lake campus.

Woman Said Police Chase Was 'Fun,' Asked Officers If They Were 'Impressed': Prosecutors

The 29-year-old Marengo woman led officers on a high-speed pursuit through Wauconda and Cary, authorities said.

Feds Join Lawsuit Against Evanston Over Reparations Program

The Justice Department says Evanston's reparations housing program violates the Constitution and Fair Housing Act.

Babysitter Charged With Sexual Assault, Child Pornography Offenses: Authorities

A 41-year-old Antioch man is accused of sexually abusing a child while baby-sitting for her and her siblings, police said.

Man With Bicycle Struck By Metra Train At Schaumburg Station

Metra officials said the man was taken to a hospital after being struck by an outbound train Thursday morning.

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