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🌱 Patch AM: $77K Crypto Scam, Felony Identity Theft: Glenview Police Blotter

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Greetings Glenview! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Costly crypto scam and string of thefts hit Glenview
  • New Kohl Museum exhibit helps Glenview kids explore everyday kindness
  • Glenview's Chicago Wolves pledge $3 million to 46 local charities

Also on today's calendar: Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: AI Course and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Is there anybody completely useless? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Cloudy, with a high of 66 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Thursday: Periods of sun, temps: high: 67, low: 54.
  • Friday: Some clouds, then sunshine, with a high of 66 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. $77K Crypto Scam, Felony Identity Theft: Glenview Police Blotter (patch.com) — Recent Glenview police reports detail a costly cryptocurrency scam, several identity theft and burglary cases, and multiple DUI and retail theft arrests across town. Residents are also warned about scammers impersonating federal agents and should note several incidents involving stolen license plates, a bicycle theft, and vehicle break-ins in Glenview neighborhoods.
   

2. Kohl Children's Museum To Open Permanent 'Roots Of Kindness' Exhibit (patch.com) — Families in Glenview can look forward to Kohl Children's Museum's new permanent Roots of Kindness exhibit, opening Oct. 27 and included with regular admission. Aimed at children ages 2 to 8, the fairytale-themed space uses play, storytelling and interactive zones to help kids practice empathy, gratitude, respect and emotional awareness.
   

3. Chicago Wolves To Donate $3M To 46 Charities This Season (patch.com) — Glenview-based Chicago Wolves are launching a "Season of Giving," pledging $3 million in donations to 46 Chicagoland charities during the 2026–27 season. Local readers can expect on-ice check presentations at Allstate Arena starting with the Oct. 10 home opener, supporting causes from food pantries and animal shelters to first responder and mental health organizations.
   

4. Busey Bank, Glenview Art League To Showcase Local Artists (patch.com) — Downtown Glenview's Busey Bank is teaming up with the Glenview Art League to showcase local artists in a new exhibit, "1868 The Exhibition," running from Oct. 1 through June 2027. Residents can view and buy artwork at the Waukegan Road branch during banking hours, enjoy an opening open house on Oct. 1, and explore a virtual gallery online.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: No because they can always be used as a bad example! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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