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Fatal Family Christmas | SAFE-T Act Challenge | Senator Resigns

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

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We're halfway through the final week of the year, so as we ready for a welcome warming as we wave goodbye to 2022, let's take a moment to get caught up on what's been going on so far this week across the northern suburbs of Chicagoland.

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

Man Allegedly Beaten To Death By Brother On Christmas Morning Identified

Authorities say Brandon Bison-Bomis, 47, of Glencoe died after his brother, Kevin Biron-Boomis, 50, of Gurnee, punched him several times.

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Challenge To SAFE-T Act By Prosecutors, Sheriffs Awaits Judge's Ruling

A suburban judge said he plans to deliver a ruling as soon as Wednesday.

Illinois State Senator Melinda Bush Resigns

The Grayslake Democrat resigned from her seat effective Saturday. Her successor will be sworn in next month, but someone needs to be appointed in the mean time.

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Gunman Opens Fire On Roadside Assistance Workers Near Restaurant

A gunman opened fire on roadside assistance workers after they were unable to repair his broken-down vehicle in Gurnee.

Acupuncturist Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Patients

Kwan Chong, 63, of Palatine, is accused of sexually assaulting three victims, according to Barrington police.

2 Dozen Animals Killed In Christmas Eve Fire Near Marengo

Firefighters responded around 7:20 p.m. Saturday to the 8600 block of South Route 23 in unincorporated Marengo for the reported blaze.

2022: A Look Back

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