Death Probe At Park | Murder-Suicide | Pants on Fire | Cop Busted

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — It's Friday and before we all sign off for the weekend, let's 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:

Duo Stabs Victim Multiple Times, Sets Pant Leg On Fire: Mt Prospect PD

Police have made one arrest, resulting in multiple felonies, and are searching for a second suspect stemming from an incident last month.

Lakefront Park Closed To Public For Death Investigation: Glencoe Cops

A body with an apparently self-inflicted wound was found early Friday morning, according to public safety officials.

Local Detective Arrested For 'Under-Ringing' At Self-Checkout: Police

Antoine Smith, of Round Lake, was taken into custody on April 28, authorities said.

Coroner IDs Couple Killed In Suspected Murder-Suicide

The Lake County Coroner's Office has also released the preliminary results from an autopsy.

Summer 2024 Could Be Hot And Sticky In IL, With Derechos Possible

Temperatures are forecast to be about 2 degrees above historical averages for more than half of the country from June to August.

Grayslake Man Used 3D Printers To Illegally Make Guns, Silencers: Cops

Charles A. Best, 31, faces criminal charges in Lake County following his arrest Wednesday at his home on Highland Drive.

NU President Faces Calls To Resign, Class Action From Jewish Students

Michael Schill faces criticism over agreement with organizers of on-campus encampment amid allegations of rising campus antisemitism.

Northbrook School Dedicating Outdoor Classroom To Late Teacher

Mary Porcaro, a longtime Kindergarten teacher at Greenbriar School, was killed last year in a traffic accident.

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