E. Coli Outbreak | Classic Car Crashes Into Kitchen | Blood Shortage

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:

E. Coli Outbreak Confirmed At Huntley High

Six students have contracted Shiga-Toxin Producing E. coli, McHenry County public health officials said.

Local Golf Pro Inducted Into PGA of America Hall of Fame

Don Wegrzyn started as a caddie at Lake Forest's Onwentsia Club before spending 47 years working at the Old Elm Club in Highland Park.

Day Care Worker Accused Of Slapping Child At McGaw YMCA Faces Felony

She has been charged with the non-detainable offense of aggravated battery to a child after striking a 4-year-old, authorities said.

Mickey Finn's Closed After Classic Car Crashes Into Kitchen

A car from Libertyville's Car Fun on 21 event crashed into Mickey Finn's on Wednesday night.

Blood Shortage Could Force Rationing At IL Hospitals: Blood Supplier

The Red Cross says blood donations have dropped 25 percent since August and an Aurora blood center says its supply is the lowest in a year.

As Bears Ponder Stadium Future, Rolling Meadows Pauses Kirchoff Plan

Officials say the 90-day moratorium may be extended for another year as the city reviews plans for the Kirchoff Road development project.

Glenview's Innovative Spirit Praised As Meat Company Prepares To Open

UPSIDE Foods will open a 175,000-square-foot production facility in Glenview, which will serve as the company's first large-scale operation

No Cause For Concern' After Red Oak Bomb Threat: HP Mayor

Students at the school were moved to Sherwood Elementary while the district investigates the threat that was called in to Red Oak.

Glenview Man's Death Ruled A Homicide In Targeted Attack: Police

Fadhil Obeed, 38, was found dead inside his Long Road residence on Monday night and police said they believe the victim was targeted.

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