Brissa Romero Autopsy Results | School Lockdown | Scam Alert

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — It's Friday and before we all sign off for the weekend, let's get caught up on the top news stories from recent days in the northern Chicago suburbs.

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

School Locked Down Following Reports Man Had Gun: Rolling Meadows PD

The lockdown was lifted Thursday morning at Willow Bend Elementary School after the man was apprehended, according to police.

Autopsy Reveals More Details Into Death Of Brissa Romero

The body of the 17-year-old Carpentersville girl was found in a retention pond in Vernon Hills last month.

Man Accused Of Providing Fentanyl-Laced Pills That Killed Man, 33

The 29-year-old Volo man now faces a drug-induced homicide charge in connection with the 33-year-old man's death.

Scammers Calling Lake County Residents Pretending To Be Cops: Sheriff

Scammers are also "spoofing" their telephone number to make it appear as if the call is coming from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office

Snow Much Fun, Being Nosy And Cuteness Meter: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

Wilmette Creates Plan For Welcoming Asylum-Seekers To Area

Village officials said nine buses of migrants have arrived since New Year's Eve, prompting them to create a plan to get migrants to Chicago.

Evanston Man Charged In 'Ender' Graffiti Tagging: Police

Daniel Burnett, 38, faces a felony charge after police witnessed him tagging the Central Street CTA station with the painted moniker.

Accused HP Parade Shooter's Trial Pushed Back From February

Robert Crimo III was scheduled to go to trial in February, but the case will be delayed after he reversed his decision to represent himself.

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