Malls Reopen | North Shore Outdoor Dining Returns | Bakery Closes

Miss a day, miss a lot, so take a moment to catch up on some of the past week's headlines from across the North Shore.

Citizenship Question Cut From Coronavirus Testing Questionnaire

People being tested for the coronavirus at a Waukegan community-based coronavirus testing site operated by the state of Illinois are no longer being asked about their citizenship status,... Read more

Virtual Head Shave Raises $22,000 For Cancer

The coronavirus pandemic has had a far-reaching effect on seemingly everything, including fundraising for important organizations. The St. Baldrick's Foundation, a not-for-profit... Read more

Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center Sets Reopening Date

Westfield Old Orchard shopping center announced plans to reopen Wednesday with modified hours and new safety precautions aimed at reducing the potential spread of the coronavirus... Read more

Northbrook Court Reopens Friday

With some restrictions, Northbrook Court is slated to reopen Friday at 11 a.m. at 1515 Lake Cook Road. The popular mall has been closed since March due to the coronavirus pandemic.... Read more

Leonard's Bakery Closing After 34 Years in Northbrook

At the same time many businesses have begun reopening in Illinois, a beloved North Shore institution is shutting its doors forever. Leonard's Bakery, which opened for business in... Read more

Local Couple Donates Activity Books To Seniors, Kids

Jamie and Lauren Izaks were recently looking for a unique way to spread some cheer in the local community as we all deal with the coronavirus pandemic. The owners of the Deerfield-based... Read more

Lake Forest Day 2020 Parade, Carnival Canceled Due To Coronavirus

The Lake Forest Day parade and carnival events have been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the community will still have a chance to develop a re-imagined version of the... Read more

No Swimming Yet At Evanston Beaches In Restore Illinois Phase 3

Swimming will remain closed at beaches in Evanston after the state moves into Phase 3 of Gov. J.B. Pritzker's Restore Illinois reopening plan, city staff announced. Evanston's beaches... Read more

Longtime Fireman Schmidt Had Passion For Profession

Bernhardt “Bernie” Schmidt loved everything about being a fireman. He especially enjoyed passing on his knowledge of the profession to countless fellow fighters over the course... Read more

Coronavirus Infection Rate Slows To A Crawl In Winnetka, Glencoe

Only eight people who live in Winnetka or Glencoe have contracted the coronavirus so far in May, and no residents of either town have died this month from COVID-19, according to county... Read more

Social-Distancing Theater Promotes Community For Kids

The dream of many in theater is to perform in front of live audiences to showcase their craft on a stage. The crew behind the scenes of a production also strives to make sure the in-person... Read more

'No Rush' To Get To Reopening Driver Facilities: State Sen. Fine

While Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is reopening driver services facilities for new drivers and renewals beginning June 1, State Senator Laura Fine (D-Glenview) is stressing... Read more

NORTH SHORE OUTDOOR DINING REOPENS

Evanston | Highland Park-Highwood | Lake Forest-Lake Bluff | Northbrook | Skokie | Wilmette | Winnetka-Northfield

LOCAL POLICE REPORTS

• Weed Dealer With Warrant Follows Woman From Waukegan: Blotter
• Home Invasion With Gun; Masturbation Video Scam: Blotter
• Masked CVS Thief; Amazon Fraud; Saw Stolen: Blotter
• Drunken Driver With Warrant And No License Crashes In HP: Blotter
• Homeowner Follows Fleeing Burglars, Witnesses Crash: Blotters

IN MEMORIAM

• North Shore Death Notices: May 19 To May 25

EARLIER:

• North Shore Week in Headlines, May 10–May 16: Local Legend Lost | Rabbi Real Estate Rap | 'Zoom-Bombing' Crime | Farm Returns To Roots | Volunteers Support New Mothers In Need | Police: Person With Gun Made Threat | North Shore Resident Sues Bank

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