Threat At Elementary School | Cash Registers Stolen | Norge VIP Area

NORTHERN ILLINOIS — With the work week finally winding down, it's time to get caught up on all the top news stories from northern Illinois from the past couple days.

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

Lake In The Hills School Deemed Safe Following Threat Thursday: Police

The Lake in the Hills Police Department investigated the threat made at Hannah Elementary School Thursday.

Norge VIP Area 'A Hit,' Being Offered Again This Year

Norge Ski Club is now selling VIP passes for its upcoming winter ski jumping tournament.

Cash Registers Stolen At Multiple Stores: Northbrook Police Blotter

The burglars activated security alarms during the overnight incidents, but were able to flee the crime scenes before police arrived.

Driver Fatally Strikes Woman Crossing Howard Street In Skokie: Police

A 70-year-old woman walking in a crosswalk was struck and killed by car, Skokie police said.

Evanston Man Accused Of Threatening Friend With Shotgun

Prosecutors filed an armed habitual criminal charge against the 67-year-old, who has more than a half-dozen past felony convictions.

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