Teacher Busted With Child Porn | Fire Displaces Family | Liquor Thief

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:

Bear Paddle Swim Instructor Convicted Of Inappropriate Touching

Daniel Flores, 24, of Cary, was found guilty of aggravated battery, unlawful restraint and battery.

Man Makes Sexual Advances Toward Rideshare Driver On Highway: Police

The Aurora resident was charged with multiple felonies after the rideshare driver went to Schaumburg police to report the allegations.

Fire Displaces Buffalo Grove Family From Home: BG Fire Chief

Damage at the home from the Thursday night fire is estimated to be $360,000, according to officials.

Substitute Teacher Arrested For Possessing Child Porn: Police

Duncan Groebe, 64, was taken into custody Wednesday.

Woman Batters Cop, Corrections Officer: Lake County Sheriff's Blotter

The Beach Park resident was also charged with resisting arrest and reckless driving, according to police.

Facial Tattoo IDs Accused Liquor Bottle Thief: Des Plaines PD

The Chicago resident, accused of stealing 35 bottles of alcohol from one store, is also a suspect in a number of other similar thefts.

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