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December 6, 2025

  1. North Chicago Mother Pleads Guilty in Death and Disposal of Six-Year-Old Son: Jannie M. Perry, from North Chicago, admitted guilt this week to first-degree murder in the death of her six-year-old son, Damari Perry. Authorities discovered the child's body in Gary, Indiana, in early January 2022 after it was reportedly burned and left in an abandoned home. Perry faces a possible 45-year prison sentence, with additional charges filed against family members, including her adult son and a juvenile. The case has drawn significant attention due to the severity of the crime. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 6)

November 18, 2025

  1. Crystal Lake Man Dies After Vehicle Strikes Him Outside High School in Park Ridge: A 55-year-old man from Crystal Lake, David Jutovsky, died after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Dempster Street near Maine Township High School East in Park Ridge. The incident occurred around 10 a.m. on Friday, with first responders finding Jutovsky critically injured at the scene. The driver involved remained on-site, and eastbound Dempster Street was closed for several hours during the investigation. Authorities continue to review the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Nov 18)