Boat DUI Crash | 'Poverty Simulator' | Best Apple Orchards

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — It's Friday and before we all sign off for the weekend, let's get caught up on the top news stories from recent days in the northern Chicago suburbs.

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

Boat Driver Charged In DUI Crash Near Snuggery: Officials

The collision happened on the Fox River in McHenry on Monday.

Deerfield Police Received Over 7K Service Calls To Start Year: Report

Deerfield Deputy Police Chief Brian Budny discussed the department's semi-annual report at Tuesday's Deerfield Village Board meeting.

Boy, 13, Struck By Vehicle While Riding Bicycle In Buffalo Grove

Police said the boy was in a crosswalk when the Wednesday morning incident occurred.

Highland Park Hosts 'Poverty Simulator' At City-Owned Country Club

Participants at Saturday's free two-and-a-half hour "immersive experience" are meant to consider what it's like to live a month in poverty.

Smashing Pumpkins To Play Intimate, Acoustic Show In Highland Park

To mark the 30th anniversary of the album 'Siamese Dream,' Madame Zuzu's will be transformed into a pop-up Tower Records, circa 1993.

Chicagoland Apple Orchards: Fall 2023 Guide

Check out Patch's annual guide to all the top spots for apple picking in and around the Chicago area.

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