Missing People | Man With Gun Won't Leave Hospital | Metra Crash

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — The work week is underway. Temperatures will continue falling, so stay safe out there. We want to get you caught up on the latest news from the northern Chicago suburbs from the past couple days.

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

Missing Woman: Out-Of-State Family Concerned About Whereabouts

Samantha L. Vicicondi, 35, was last seen in Arlington Heights on Jan. 3, according to police.

Man With Gun Refuses To Leave Hospital: Police

Hospital staff told the man about visitor restriction in place at the hospital but he still refused to leave, according to authorities.

Police Search For Missing, Endangered Man Who Fled Crash Scene

Thomas Howe III, 25, was involved in a crash on Interstate 94 near Libertyville on Saturday morning.

Metra Train Strikes Vehicle Near Arlington Heights

The Monday morning incident led to extensive delays for both inbound and outbound trains, according to Metra.

Library Remains Closed Following Threats

A near altercation regarding the library's masking policy happened Thursday. The library is currently not allowing in-person visits.

Bank Branch Closures Hit Record: 153 In Illinois Shuttered

U.S. banks closed a record 38 percent of their retail branches in 2021, including several in Illinois, as pandemic drives digital banking.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Catalytic Converter Thefts Continue; Plaza Burglaries: Blotter
• Prostitution Sting Leads To Arrest; Cars, ATMs Stolen: Blotters
• Baseball Gloves, North Face Jacket Stolen From Dick's: Blotter

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