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We're halfway through the second week 2023 as we head into the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. 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:

Illinois Assault Weapons Ban Passes House, Signed By Governor

Just over 6 months after the Highland Park mass shooting, Illinois becomes the 9th state in the nation to ban assault-style guns.

Grand Opening Of Hewn In Libertyville Set For Thursday

The Evanston-based bakery is opening its first satellite location at 348 N. Milwaukee Avenue in Libertyville.

Teacher Who Says She Joined Union By Mistake Loses Appeal

A Waukegan School District 60 teacher unsuccessfully sued the Lake County Federation of Teachers over union dues on First Amendment grounds.

SAFE-T Act Challenge: IL Supreme Court To Hear Oral Arguments In March

The Illinois Supreme Court is hearing an appeal of a judge's ruling that lawmakers violated the constitution when they abolished cash bail.

Trustees Raises Condo Deconversion Threshold, 85% Must Vote To Sell

The village board's move came in response to concerns from residents in the Optima Old Orchard condo complex.

Off-Duty Firefighter Spots House On Fire In Round Lake, Rescues Dog

The blaze happened in the 25000 block of Route 120 in Round Lake.

Arlington Heights Trustee Sworn In As State Representative

State Rep. Mary Beth Canty's current term on the Arlington Heights Village Board ends in April.

Library Staffer Draws Gun During Beating By Homeless Man, Police Say

"I knocked his ass out because he was looking for trouble," the off-duty police officer's attacker allegedly told investigators.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Armed Duo Robs 2 Fifth Third Banks In Half-Hour, FBI Says
• Coroner IDs 2 Killed In Wrong-Way Crash Near Gurnee
• Man Charged With Burglary Over Armed Robbery Of Niles Gambling Cafe
• Stoned, Speeding Felon Faces Felony; Hit-And-Run DUI Driver: Blotter
• Man Gets 6 Years In Prison In Attempted Sex Assault Case
• Thieves Lead Cops On Chase From Highland Park To Wisconsin, Police Say
• Man Busted For Stopping Fugitive Arrest: Sheriff's Blotter

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