COVID Tests Stolen | School Nurse Gets Nod | Stabbing At H.S.

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — The work week is finally winding down and we are inching closer to the weekend. Before you sign off for the week, we wanted to get you caught up on the latest news from the northern Chicago suburbs.

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

Northwestern Students Stole 4,500 COVID-19 Tests, University Says

Northwestern University officials declined to say if anyone had been arrested or charged with a crime.

Teen Faces Murder, Robbery Charges Following Park City Shooting

Police say the teen shot and killed James Hicks, 27, outside an apartment complex in the 700 block of Sharon Avenue in Park City.

School Nurse Nominated For 'LifeChanger' Award

Crystal Lake's Coventry Elementary School nurse Eren Hendrix has been nominated for the 2021-2022 national LifeChanger of the Year award

Armed Alabamian Flees Suburban Hotel After Beating: Authorities

Police arrested the 28-year-old Alabama man Wednesday on charges of battery and illegal gun possession.

Canine Ryker Joins 'Robust' Lake County Sherrif's Program

Canine Ryker, a 2-year-old German Shepherd, is assigned to Deputy Craig Somerville, a veteran canine handler.

WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND?

It's Halloween weekend! Check your local Patch for the latest on trick-or-treat hours and more by signing up for our newsletters. Here's a look at some fun events and/or ideas on ways to enjoy the upcoming weekend:

• Illinois Haunted House Guide 2021
• Fall Festival Roundup: Celebrate Autumn In The Chicago Area
• Patch's 2021 Guide To Chicagoland's Best Halloween Yard Haunts
• Apple Orchards In The Chicago Area: Fall 2021 Guide
• Fall Foliage Map In Illinois: 2021 Peak Draws Near
• Richardson Adventure Farm Is Open
• Fright Fest Returns To Six Flags After Year Break

OTHER TOP ARTICLES:

• 1 In Custody After 9-Hour Standoff At Algonquin Hotel
• Rabid Bat Map Released For Halloween By Cook County Officials
• ‘An Abhorrent Crime': Local Man Gets 20 Years In Child Porn Case
• School Staff Targeted By Fraudster; Home Burglaries: Blotter
• Northbrook Symphony Prepares For Second Live Concert Of Season
• New Indoor Rock Climbing Business Coming To Arlington Heights
• Field Middle School Students Named 'Yes I Can' Award Recipients