School Bus Crash | Firefighter Injured | Sextortion Scams On Rise

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:

School Bus Crashes On Interstate Near Elk Grove Village: Police

The Monday crash occurred on I-290 near I-390, with students and administrators on board the bus, according to Illinois State Police.

Firefighter Hurt Battling Blaze In Evanston Amid Frigid Temps

Fire tore through all three stories of a century-old home on Hartzell Street as firefighters fought flames in freezing weather.

Sextortion Scams On The Rise Through Social Media: Northbrook PD

Police said the scams are mostly occurring over the social media platforms Snapchat and Instagram.

1 Flown To Hospital, 3 Others Injured In Lake In The HillS Crash

The collision happened early Saturday at Algonquin and Lakewood roads.

2 Injured In Drive-By Shooting; 2 Arrested After High-Speed Chase

A man and juvenile are accused of opening fire on a car, injuring two women in North Chicago. The shooters lead police on a chase Sunday.

Deerfield Cops, Firefighters Set To Take On 8th Grade Basketball Team

Proceeds will go to the 100 Club of Illinois, which provides financial assistance, resources to families of fallen first responders.

School Bus Crashes On Interstate Near Elk Grove Village: Reports

The Monday afternoon crash occurred on I-290 near I-390, with students and administrators on board the bus, according to reports.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Trio Charged With Felony Retail Theft: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter
• Chicago Man Charged With Animal Cruelty: Arlington Heights PD Blotter
• 5 Fake Calls Claim Daughter Shot Parents: Northbrook Police Blotter

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