Teen Dies In Lake MI | Lewd Act Near School | 'World's Largest Corn Maze' Returns

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:

17-Year-Old Dead After Going Underwater In Lake Michigan In Evanston

A Skokie teen was pulled out of Lake Michigan late Wednesday night after going underwater and not resurfacing.

Pretrial Release Granted For Man Accused Of Performing Lewd Act Near Libertyville School

Victor A. Rodriguez, 31, was taken into custody on Aug. 12 and has since been released from jail.

Lawyers Call Ice Cream Shop Recording Scheme 'Appalling'

A law firm is representing victims of a Buffalo Grove man accused of secretly recording them while they were in the bathroom of his shop.

2 Teen Girls Attacked Outside Evanston Township High School: Report

Evanston police are investigating an attack on two teen girls that happened outside ETHS after school Friday.

Richardson Adventure Farm Releases This Year's Corn Maze Design

The adventure farm will open on Sept. 6 and will remain open on Oct. 26.

3 Shot, 2 Charged With Attempted Murder In Carpentersville Shooting: Police

An Aurora man and a Carpentersville teen have been arrested and charged in connection with last week's shooting.

Arlington Heights Family Facing 'Overwhelming' Medical Costs Following Leukemia Diagnosis: GoFundMe

Layla Karaisz, 18 months, was recently diagnosed with sudden onset B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, or B-ALL.

Egg Harbor Cafe Wilmette Moves Into Luxury Apartment Community

The popular brunch spot aims to enhance the mixed-use appeal of Wilmette's luxury Optima Verdana Apartments.

10 Can’t Miss Outdoor Events In Illinois As Summer Winds Down

Escape the "end-of-the-summer-scaries" with these outdoor events coming up in the Chicagoland.

Vehicle Slams Into Evanston Hair Salon: Report

A woman accidentally stepped on the gas while parking her car in front of the salon, crashing into the building.

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