On-Duty Officer Accused Of Sexually Abusing Woman During Traffic Stops: Officials

Good morning — here’s what you need to know across the far northern suburbs, from Crystal Lake to Libertyville and communities throughout Lake and McHenry counties.

A running roundup of top stories will be updated here throughout the day. Check back for the latest developments.

TOP NEWS

A Park City Police Department officer is accused of sexually abusing a woman while he was on duty. Officer Patrick Cacho has been placed on unpaid leave and faces felony charges in Lake County following his recent arrest. Cacho is expected to make his first court appearance Wednesday — check back for more updates throughout the day. MORE: Officer Accused Of Sexually Abusing Woman While On Duty: Officials

Around 100 people were involved in a fight at an adult soccer at an adult soccer game at the LifeZone Sports Complex in West Dundee on Sunday. MORE: 100 Involved In Fight At Adult Soccer Game: Police

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Skyrocketing Gas Prices

Gas prices across the Chicago area are climbing again, with drivers in Lake, McHenry and Kane counties now paying around $4.50 per gallon as global tensions and supply issues push costs higher. For those looking for the cheapest local gas prices,check gasbuddy.com. MORE: Gas Prices Hover Around $4.50 Across Chicago Suburbs

Weather, Flooding

A cooler weather pattern is expected throughout the rest of the week with temperatures in the 50s and 60s across the Chicago area. Scattered showers will move across the area each afternoon, though many areas will remain dry, according to the National Weather Service.

A flood warning remains in effect for the Fox River as water levels remain above flood stage. The river level is gradually beginning to fall, according to weather officials, and was at 11.4 feet as of Wednesday morning. Flood stage is 9.5 feet.