Fall At Climbing Gym | Plane Crash Near Townhomes | Kidney Donor Sought

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — As we head into the weekend, let us get you caught up on the latest news from the northern Chicago suburbs from the past few days.

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

Coroner IDs 75-Year-Old Pilot Killed In Plane Crash Behind Deerfield Townhomes

An aircraft struck the roof of a home, according to police, who said the Federal Aviation Administration is assisting in the investigation.

Passenger Sustains 'Severe' Injuries During Taxi Fare Dispute: Glenview PD

Police said the driver, who was charged with reckless driving, caused the victim to fall from his taxi by accelerating the vehicle.

Child Flown To Hospital After Fall At Climbing Gym

A young child was seriously injured after a 15-foot fall at North Wall in Crystal Lake, officials said.

Train Strikes Car Near Arlington Park Station: Metra

The early Thursday morning incident involved the last outbound train of the day on the line where the incident occurred, according to Metra.

‘She Just Wants to Live’: Longtime Suburban Psychologist Urgently Needs Kidney Donor

Linda Bedsole, who ran Creative Psychology in Crystal Lake, has spent decades helping others and is now searching for a living kidney donor.

Beloved Crystal Lake Restaurant Hopes To Stay Open Amid Challenges

Tasty Bistro's owner is asking for input after deciding to close its Crystal Lake location. They are hopeful they can reopen.

Evanston Man Suspected Of Selling Drugs At Care Facility

According to Evanston police, drug sellers targeted residents at a residential care facility in the city.

Fake Construction Worker Collects Thousands For Work Not Done: Winnetka, Glencoe Crime Blotters

The crime blotter covers incidents in Winnetka and Glencoe from Feb. 23 to March 1.

$500K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Woodman's Grocery Store

The winning ticket was sold at the Woodman's in Lakemoor.

Libertyville Cannabis Dispensary Proposal Withdrawn After Community Pushback

The request by Prairie Retail Holdings LLC was supposed to be on the agenda during a Tuesday village board meeting.

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