Long-Sought Murder Suspect Caught | Teacher Sex Abuse Claims | Candidates Clash At Forums

There are just 10 more days before the sun starts setting before 5 p.m. in the Chicago area and just over one week to go before Halloween. Before enjoying those last evening sunsets of the year and preparing for the culmination of spooky season, let's take a moment to get caught up on some of the news making headlines across Chicago's northern suburbs so far this week.

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

Northbrook Murder Suspect Apprehended In Mexico: U.S. Marshals

John Panaligan, who was on the U.S. Marshals Service's 15 Most Wanted fugitive list, is accused of murdering a Northbrook attorney in 2016.

Repressed Sex Abuse Memories Claim 'Not Credible,' Ex-Lake Forest High School Teacher Says

Former teacher Cindy Martin's attorneys argue it's "not a case about suppressed memory, but rather about vengeance and financial gain."

Gurnee Mills Parking Lot Shooting: Man Gets Lengthy Prison Sentence

A 27-year-old man has been sentenced to 32 years in prison for fatally shooting Jonathan Denicolas, 26, on Nov. 21, 2021.

Lake County State's Attorney Forum: Rinehart Repeats Trump Jabs, Cole Calls Out Hawaii Cost

Eric Rinehart (D) and Mary Cole (R) traded barbs over ties to Trump, a controversial Hawaii trip and differing approaches to public safety.

Buffalo Grove Man Killed While Walking Owned Dance School: GoFundMe

Roman Mazur, 87, was returning from a morning jog when he was struck and killed by a car Monday morning.

Candidates Clash Over Property Taxes, Billionaire Influence In Forum

Republican Andrew Dalkin criticized Democrat Paras Parekh over a tax hike vote, and Parekh questioned Dalkin’s ties to a prominent donor.

1st IL Tick Infected With Rare Illness Found In Lake County

The first tick to test positive for Ehrlichia muris eauclairensis was found in Lake County.

As Funding Crisis Looms, Broad Support For Transit Merger: Poll

Respondents in a recent poll were most convinced by messages highlighting the potential savings on lobbying, waste and duplicative services.

Walgreens Secures Demolition Permit For Sky Bridge

The pharmacy chain is looking to remove a portion of their sky bridge, built in 2019.

Solar-Lit Trails Coming Soon To Forest Preserve

Starting Sunday, November 3, you can enjoy nature after dark by exploring two Lake County forest preserves with illuminated trails.

Deerfield Ranks In Top 100 Places In U.S. To Drive Stress-Free: Poll

A poll of 3,000 travelers asked participants to name the towns and cities that offered them the most stress-free driving experience.

Coroner IDs Man Ran Over By Skid Steer While Working In Gurnee

The 39-year-old Chicago man was seriously injured Friday and died two days later.

Illinois Brewers Bring Home 9 Medals From Great American Beer Festival

The nation's top beer competition awarded 325 medals to 273 breweries and cideries. Here's which Illinois brewers won big.

Kathy Halle's Family 'Incredibly Grateful To Have Closure'

Kane County authorities have linked suspected serial killer Bruce Lindahl to the 1979 murder of Halle of North Aurora.

Man Electrocuted, Critically Injured While Working At Car Dealership

The incident happened at a business in East Dundee Wednesday morning.

Bowling With Buddies Event 'One-Of-A-Kind' In Buffalo Grove

The Halloween-themed event is being held for residents with special needs.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Drug-Induced Homicide Charge Filed In Death Of Woman, 23
• Facebook 'Seller' Threatens To Kill Family: Blotter
• Coroner IDs Woman, 30, Hit By Car In Vernon Hills
• Arson Fire Destroys $1.5M In Merchandise At Rosemont Target: Police
• Driver Passes Unloading School Bus: Blotter

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