Shell Casing Found At School | Home Alone House Sold | Leaf Blower Ban

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:

Spent Shell Cartridge Found At Middle School: Arlington Heights PD

A student discovered the cartridge Thursday afternoon at South Middle School, according to police.

‘Keep The Change!’: Iconic ‘Home Alone’ House Sells For $5.5 Million

Snapped up after just a week on the market, the mansion featured in the 1990 holiday film sold for nearly 6 percent over its listed price.

Ban On Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers Underway: Village Of Northbrook

A 9-month ban on gas-powered leaf blower is in place during the months of December through March and May through September.

Nearly $300,000 HUD Grant Awarded To Wilmette Senior Housing

New federal funding has been earmarked to enhance services for Gates Manor residents, helping seniors live more independently and healthily.

Woman Videotaping Lake Conditions Sees Man Go Through Ice, Calls 911

The woman was able to yell to others on the ice, who came to his aid. The man was pulled from the ice and taken to the hospital.

The Clove Developer Purchases Vacant Restaurant Lots In Buffalo Grove

The properties will be redeveloped in a manner consistent with the rest of the mixed-use development, according to the Village.

Driver On Cell Phone In Fatal Crash That Killed Northbrook Man: Police

Michael Szpisjak, 49, was killed while in his disabled vehicle last November in Wheeling.

'Misunderstood' Coyote Discussed At Northbrook Village Board Meeting

Coyote sightings have increased around the area over the last few weeks, with several incidents involving the animal making headlines.

'Still Making The Subs': Longtime Deerfield Business Set To Reopen

Tony's Subs, a Deerfield business dating back more than 50 years, was hit by a car last summer and has remained closed.

$7 Million Affordable Housing Grant For Evanston Is Largest In Nation

The federal grant is intended to support local efforts to expand housing access and affordability over the next five years.

$500K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Wine, Cheese Store

The ticket was sold at the International House of Wine and Cheese on Route 12 in Richmond.

Highland Park Shooting Memorial Committee Seeks More Public Feedback

With three potential memorial sites under consideration, officials hope to collect 200 more survey responses before the end of the month.

Staffer Stabbed After Basketball Game Between Niles North, ETHS

Someone stabbed a District 219 security guard Tuesday during a "large disturbance" that followed Niles North's overtime defeat, police said.

Video Shows 'Near Miss' At 'Dangerous' Libertyville Intersection

The Libertyville Village Board on Tuesday approved safety enhancements at the crosswalk at Milwaukee Avenue and Maple Avenue.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Brothers Charged With Fatally Shooting Teen In 2023
• Man Robs Delivery Driver With Kitchen Knife: Glenview Police Blotter
• Man Fights Cops, Charged With Felonies: Buffalo Grove PD Blotter
• Drunken Driver Attempts To Buy Cocaine: Lake County Sheriff's Blotter
• Man Faces Charges For Allegations He Stole Car

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