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Police Look for Attempted Robbery Suspect, NBA Star to Visit North High: Week in Review

Also this week: A Downers Grove man charged with stealing from his deceased neighbors and a name change for a pizzeria sued by Giordano's.

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Downers Grove Man Charged with Burglarizing Home of Murder-Suicide Victims

Kenneth Harry, 43, of the 6200 block of Park Avenue, was charged with residential burglary and theft for stealing several items from the home of his deceased neighbors, Thomas and Jennifer Smith.

Downers Grove Police Search for Suspect in Attempted Armed Robbery

A Hispanic male in his teens or 20s allegedly tried to rob someone using a firearm Tuesday morning near Saratoga and Franklin streets.

Former NBA Star to Speak at Downers Grove North About Drug Abuse

Former Boston Celtics point guard Chris Herren will speak about his struggles with alcohol and drug abuse during a special event at North High on Oct. 10.

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Downers Grove Pizzeria Changes Name After Giordano's Lawsuit

Giordano Fresh and Crispy Pizza Co., 2021 W. Ogden Ave., changed its name to Nick's Fresh and Crispy Pizzeria and Subs after it was sued by Giordano's last month.

Police: Report of Shots Fired at Oakbrook Terrace Building a Misunderstanding

A training exercise at 2 Lincoln Center at Butterfield Road and 22nd Street resulted in a false report of "shots fired," Fox News is reporting.

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Sale Prices for Homes Rising More in Towns Served by Metra

Metra Electric Line in South Suburbs saw highest increase over 2012 median price.

Patch Editor Faces $300-A-Day Fines and Jail Time for Protecting Source

Patch Media immediately appeals judge's ruling.


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