Community Corner

Library Bomb Threat | Swimmer's Body Recovered | Blue-Green Algae

Here is a roundup of top stories from recent days in the northern Chicago suburbs.

(Patch.com graphic )

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL β€” 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:

Body Found In Wilmette Harbor Identified As Missing Swimmer

The body of Ebrahim Akhoon, the 18-year-old swimmer who went missing early Tuesday in Winnetka, was found Thursday in Wilmette.

Find out what's happening in Crystal Lake-Caryfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Man Drove Through Playground After Fighting, Fleeing Cops: Prosecutors

A fleeing parolee punched a police officer after a pat down turned up an apparent firearm, authorities said.

All-Clear Given After Bomb Threat At Wilmette Library: Police

After the Cook County sheriff's bomb squad helped Wilmette police search the building, no bomb was found.

Find out what's happening in Crystal Lake-Caryfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Possible Blue-Green Algae: Lake In The Hills Beaches Closed

The village has opted to close both Indian Trail and Butch Hagele beaches and cancel a fishing tournament on Woods Creek Lake.

Man Pleads Guilty To Hate Crime In UpRising Vandalism Case

Joseph Collins of Alsip has been sentenced to 180 days in jail for vandalizing a Lake in the Hills bakery last July.

Local Tortilla Maker, Social Media Star Killed In Crash: Reports

Rocky Lopez became known for his quirky videos posted to social media showing his tortilla business. He died in an Aug. 9 motorcycle crash.

Boy, 15, Shot, Remains Hospitalized In Palatine: Police

Police responded to the 1700 block of E. Clear Creek Bay Thursday morning following a report of gunshots in the area.

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.