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Dad Charged In Crash That Killed Son | Pastor Accused Of Sex Abuse | Job Cuts
Here is a roundup of top stories from recent days in the northern Chicago suburbs.

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — The weekend is almost here! And as we all take a break from the day-to-day grind, it is a good time to 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:
Man Faces Reckless Homicide Charge In Fatal Crash That Killed Son, 5
The 25-year-old Zion man is accused of driving while under the influence of cannabis. The collision happened in Beach Park in November 2024.
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Coroner IDs Cary Man, 32, Killed In Fatal Shooting After Suspicious Incident With Teens: Authorities
Authorities believe Michael Porter turned a gun on himself while being pulled over for questioning after approaching two teens in Cary.
Pastor Accused Of Sexually Abusing Minor While On Staff At Des Plaines School: Archdiocese
Father David Ryan, who was employed at Maryville Academy when the abuse reportedly occurred, has been removed from ministry.
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Coroner IDs One Of Two Siblings Killed In DUI Crash
Perla Tejeda, 19, of McCullom Lake, was pronounced dead at the scene of the collision at McCullom Lake Road and Route 31 early Monday.
Drunken Driver Charged With 7 Counts Of Endangering Child: Riverwoods PD Blotter
The 35-year-old North Chicago resident was pulled over by police near Milwaukee Avenue and Chicory Lane.
3rd Arrest Made In Armed Robbery Of Couple At Glenview Home: Police
Two residents were robbed at gunpoint in April before the trio drove off in a Jaguar. All involved have now been arrested and charged.
Lauded Chicago Retailer Opening Location In Wilmette
The new SPACE 519 location at Plaza del Lago will feature fashion, beauty and home collections as well as three food concepts.
No Shots Fired, Lockdown Lifted At Westfield Old Orchard: Police
There was a large police presence Tuesday afternoon at the mall
400+ Jobs Cut At Northwestern University Amid Budget Crisis
More than 400 jobs will be eliminated due to financial strain and an ongoing budget crisis at Northwestern University
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- Cash Registers Pulled From Stores As Burglaries Target 15 Businesses In Gurnee: Police
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- First-Ever Busker Fest Brings 'The Weird, The Wacky' To Central Street
- 1 Dead Following Highway Crash Near Schaumburg: IL State Police
- 5 Cats Saved During House Fire: Authorities
- Construction Of New Fire Station In Buffalo Grove Underway: Village
- Starbucks Shutting Down IL Stores: Report
- Skokie Phasing Out 10 Gas-Powered Cars To Replace With EVs
- 5 IL JCPenney Stores Sold In Nearly $1B Deal
- Foodie Fest Considered 'Highwood's Smelliest Event'
- Man Threatens Public Official: Lake County Sheriff's Blotter
- Glenview Art League 'Inspired' To Receive Cook County Grant: President
- Kriser's Natural Pet Opens New Location In Glenview: Chamber
- Multi-Day Fire Department Drill Will Take Over Evanston Park
- Resident Attempts To Leave $24K In Box Outside Home For Scammer: Glenview Police Blotter
- DBR Chamber Of Commerce: Green Energy Partnership Program For Business
- Annual National Night Out Connects Glenview Public Safety Officials With Community
- City Kid Theatre Reaches Milestone With Decade Of 'Inspiring Creativity' In Glenview
- Electric Bike Stolen At Veterans Park: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter
- Metra Crossing Closing For Repairs In Deerfield: Village
- New Building, New Name: Leisure Center Closing For Renovation In Northbrook
- Long-Term Ramp Closure Scheduled For I-90 At Arlington Heights Road
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