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Suspect Arrested After Zion Shooting Leaves One Man Injured, Child Nearly Struck. Police responded to a reported shooting at a residence on Emmaus Avenue in Zion on Saturday evening. A 28-year-old man was shot in the thigh after attempting to intervene in an argument, with a child narrowly avoiding being struck by a bullet. Paramedics transported the injured man to Advocate Condell Medical Center for medical care. Authorities have apprehended a suspect and recovered a machine gun as part of the investigation. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Jan 4) Lake County Zion, IL Libertyville, IL

Crystal Lake Family Welcomes First Baby of 2026 at Advocate Sherman Hospital. A Crystal Lake resident delivered the first baby of 2026 at Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin, marking a notable event for both the hospital staff and the community. The newborn, Kolbie Noelle Partenheimer, arrived at 12:55 a.m., just minutes after another child born at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn. The parents, Kelly Davis and Kyle Partenheimer, joined many families celebrating new arrivals as the year began. The event reflects the hospital’s role in welcoming thousands of newborns annually. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Jan 3) Lake County Elgin, IL

Man Found Deceased on Train Tracks Causes Delays on Metra’s Libertyville Route. A man was discovered dead on the Milwaukee District North line train tracks in Libertyville on Friday evening, which resulted in significant delays for Metra commuters. Emergency responders arrived near Winchester Road and Ellis Avenue after receiving a call from the train crew, who noticed the body but could not confirm if the train had made contact. Authorities later determined the train had not struck the individual. The incident prompted a thorough investigation by local and transit police. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Jan 2) Lake County Libertyville, IL Chicago, IL

Man Charged After Victim Critically Injured in Stabbing at Zion Christmas Party. A 35-year-old Beach Park resident faces felony charges after allegedly stabbing a man eight times during a Christmas party in Zion. Police responded to a disturbance early Thursday morning at a home on Elim Avenue, where they found the victim critically injured. The victim, a guest at the gathering, was transported to Advocate Condell Medical Center and remains in intensive care. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 31) Lake County Zion, IL Waukegan, IL Libertyville, IL

Fire in Gurnee Townhome Leads to Family Displacement and Dog Rescue. Firefighters responded to a chimney fire that spread through a townhome on the 900 block of Clark Drive in Gurnee Monday afternoon. Crews from Gurnee, Grayslake, and Newport Township worked together to control the blaze, successfully rescuing a dog from inside the home. The fire left the residence uninhabitable and displaced the family. Emergency services ensured all occupants were safe before extinguishing the fire. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 30) Lake County Gurnee, IL Grayslake, IL Libertyville, IL

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