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Coworkers Found Dead In Car | Resolution Hinders ICE | School Suspends Work With Immigrants

Here is a roundup of top stories from recent days in the northern Chicago suburbs.

North Suburban News Update covers the latest news in the area.
North Suburban News Update covers the latest news in the area. (Patch)

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — We've hit the midway mark of a busy news week. Let us get you caught up on the latest 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:

Coroner IDs Coworkers Found Dead In Car In Crystal Lake: Police

Yeisimar Morales-Sanchez, 20, and Kirby Graham, 31, were found unresponsive in a parked vehicle on Coventry Lane in Crystal Lake Tuesday.

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Resolution Prohibits Immigration Enforcement On Village-Owned Properties In Wheeling

The move stems from ICE agents requesting the use of a Wheeling fire station parking lot over the weekend.

New Trier Students Say School Is Suspending Volunteer Work With Immigrants: Report

Citing student safety concerns amid federal immigration enforcement actions and protests, the high school has paused off-site activities.

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Burglars Shout 'Fire' In Attempt To Draw Residents Out Of Home: Park Ridge PD

The pair said the residents needed to exit the home before throwing an object through a glass door during the late Tuesday night incident.

Bank Robbery Suspect Identified: Elk Grove Village PD

A U.S. Bank location on W. Devon Avenue was robbed last week, with a suspect later apprehended by police following a tip by a citizen.

Pedestrian, 81, Fatally Struck By Car In Lincolnshire: Police

The incident occurred Tuesday night on Milwaukee Avenue near Knightsbridge Parkway.

Son Angered Over Mom 'Pointing Finger' At Him Leads To Fatal Attack: Prosecutors

Kenneth Rixie, 29, has been charged with first-degree homicide in connection with the strangulation death of his 66-year-old mother.

Man Hit, Killed By Car In Lake County Identified

The collision happened at about 5:45 p.m. at the intersection of 33rd Street and Sheridan Road in Zion.

Fast-Casual Restaurant In Crystal Lake Closes

The only Freddy's in McHenry County closed last week, leaving 13 locations in Illinois and none in the Chicago area.

Crystal Lake To Address Electric Bike, Scooter Concerns

Officials will discuss electric bikes and scooters during Tuesday's city council meeting.

Lake Forest's Newest Playground Open For Family Fun

More than 100 residents celebrated the official opening of the Forest Park Beach playground over the weekend.

"We Dedicate Our Lives To Serving Our Schools": The Skokie Teacher Fighting For Fair Funding

A Skokie history teacher, along with hundreds of Illinois educators, is fighting for better funding for education.

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