Ex-Worker Sets Fire | Iconic Bakeries Merge | Rep Visits Saudi Arabia

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — Hope your week is off to a good start. 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:

Ex-Employee Sets Propane Tank On Fire At Biz: Des Plaines PD

The Skokie man is also accused of striking a worker at the business with his car the previous day last week, according to police.

Jarosch Bakery Announces Merger, Will Remain In Elk Grove Village

The family-run bakery, which started in 1959, will work with a Chicago-based business.

'Increasingly Optimistic' Schneider Returns From Trip To Saudi Arabia

After a World Economic Forum meeting, the congressman says current Gaza ceasefire offer is "in all likelihood, the last one on the table."

Motorcyclist Critically Injured In Reckless Driving Crash: Police

The crash happened Sunday night at West Roberts Road and Center Street in Port Barrington.

Woman Attacked By Stranger, His Dog In McHenry Park: Police

The unprovoked attack left the 59-year-old woman with serious injuries. A Good Samaritan came to her aid and was also injured.

Man Strikes Person In Head With Gun At Motel 6: Glenview PD

The Arlington Heights resident was charged with seven felonies, including possession of body armor and cocaine, according to police.

Cereal Challenge: Hersey Students Team Help Up With Elementary School

John Hersey High School students assisted Indian Grove Elementary School in an effort to support local food pantries.

$2 Million Donation To Help Inflate Ron Saslow Pickleball Dome

Scheduled for completion by the winter, the new state-of-the art dome will feature 10 courts for pickleball and four for padel.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Scammer Drains $5K Out Of Savings Accounts: Northbrook Police Blotter
• Wisconsin Man Faces Charges Of Indecent Solicitation In Lake Forest
• Car Broken Into While Parked At Hospital: Arlington Heights PD Blotter
• Money Laundering Warrant Arrest Made At Jail: Riverwoods PD Blotter
• 3 Sent To Hospital After Porch Collapses: Fire Officials

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