Rittenhouse Testifies | IL Rep Resigns | Teen Charged With Murder

As the area prepares to mark Veterans Day and mark the first snowfall of the season, take a moment to get caught up on the latest news from the northern Chicago suburbs from the past couple days.

Here is a look at some of the articles that have been getting attention from Illinois Patch readers:

Kyle Rittenhouse Trial Judge Admonishes Prosecutor, Defense Moves For Mistrial

As the Illinois teen testified, the judge did not immediately rule on the defense's mistrial request.

Murder Warrant Issued For Teen In Zion Nurse's Killing

Investigators believe a stray bullet fired by a rifle-wielding 16-year-old killed a mother of two in her home.

Track Owner Blames 'Archaic' Horse Racing Laws For Sale To Bears

Churchill Downs Inc. CEO Bill Carstanjen said the sale of Arlington Park was in part due to racing laws that haven't changed in 30 years.

Student Rep On School Board Criticizes Handling Of Misconduct Complaints About Coach

"This is school's reputation, but these are our lives," said the board's student representative.

50 Historic Homes Featured In New Book

Stories of each home are told through the lens of professional photographer Randall Paetzold.

Marshalls Moves From Northbrook To Deerfield

The 27,000-square-foot department store at Deerbrook Mall opens Thursday.

Local Doctor Wins Distinguished Service Award

"Receiving this award falls squarely in the category of 'amazing things you never thought would happen," said Dr. Deborah Clements.

State Rep. Resigns Seat, Hints At Running Future Campaign

After 16 years representing the 15th District in the Illinois House, State Rep. John D'Amico tendered his immediate resignation Friday.

Student Protest Interrupts Northwestern Football Game

Demonstrators rushed onto the field with signs calling for the abolition of Northwestern's private police force and divestment from "death."

Lucky Bird: Police Reunite Parrot With Owner

Officers located and safely retrieved the African gray parrot from a park Wednesday morning.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Unlawful Cultivation Of Allowable Pot Plants Arrest Made: LCSO Blotter
• Newest Sheriff's K9 Finds Fugitive In First Successful Track
• Beer Burglar Breaks Into Country Club: HPPD Blotter
• Thief Punches, Tackles Employee In Parking Lot: GV Blotter
• Burglaries To Vehicles, DUI Arrest: LV Blotter
• Fire Damages Barn In Woodstock
• Coroner IDs Man, 23, Killed In Lake Villa Crash

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