Burning Car Death | Fatal Birthday Party Shooting | Prof Wins Nobel Prize

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — Hope your week is off to a good start. Let us get you caught up on the latest news from the northern Chicago suburbs from the past few days.

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

1 Killed After Becoming Trapped Inside Burning Car

The crash happened at about 9 p.m. Monday in the 22800 block of River Road in unincorporated Marengo.

Man, 19, Killed In Drive-By Shooting While Attending Birthday Party In Lake County: Police

The man was attending a birthday party in Ingleside when the drive-by shooting occurred late Friday night, police said.

Northwestern Professor Wins Nobel Prize In Economic Sciences

Economics and history professor Joel Mokyr was awarded a Nobel Prize in economic sciences.

Crystal Lake South Grad Found Fatally Shot, Remembered For 'Quick Wit, Exuberant Spirit'

Rachel Dumovich was found fatally shot in a car in Harvard on Oct. 6.

Metra Train Hits SUV In Fox River Grove

Union Pacific Northwest line train #646 collided with the vehicle at about 11 a.m., according to Metra officials.

Murder Charges Filed Against Teen In Fatal Birthday Party Shooting

A 19-year-old man died after he was shot in the driveway at a home in Ingleside.

Man Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries After Fall From Roof Near Woodstock

The fall happened in the 10600 block of Deerpath Road in unincorporated Woodstock at about 11:30 a.m. Saturday, authorities said.

Evanston Police Arrest Man Following Foot Chase

Police on patrol in Evanston arrested a man who allegedly had a loaded gun inside his car.

80-Year-Old Woman Struck By Car: Buffalo Grove Police

The woman was in critical condition, police said.

Car Strikes Power Line, Roads Closed In Glenview: Police

ComEd crews are on scene Tuesday morning to repair the power line.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Floor Lamp Thief Charged With Felony: Northbrook Police Blotter
• Man Found With Stolen Car, Guns: Arlington Heights PD Blotter

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