Explosion Kills 1 | Rittenhouse Wants Gun Back | Hidden Cameras

The week is finally winding down. And it's time to look back on some of the stories that caught Patch readers' attention in the northern Chicago suburbs in recent days.

Here is a look at what you may have missed:

1 Killed, 1 Seriously Injured In Hampshire Manufacturing Blast

The workers were cleaning a tank at W.R. Meadows Inc. when a chemical explosion took place at plant that makes asphalt, concrete products.

COVID-19 Pop-Up Test Company Won't Reopen Soon: Attorney General

The Rolling Meadows-based company, with sites across the U.S., is accused of losing test results and billing issues, among other charges.

Rittenhouse Seeks Return Of Gun Used During Kenosha Protest

Lawyers filed paperwork earlier this week explaining their client wants the AR-15-style rifle back so that it can be destroyed.

Man Installs Hidden Cameras, Records Children Naked: Police

A camera was first found at the home of a family friend, authorities said. Wilbur J. Mathby faces several charges in Lake County.

13 Of 14 Staff Challenging Hospital Vaccine Mandate Have Left Job

A judge ruled unvaccinated health care workers who allege religious discrimination by NorthShore University HealthSystem can stay anonymous.

North Shore Banker Convicted Of Bribery Looks To Unload Mansion

The seller, Stephen Calk, was convicted of trying to bribe his way into a Trump administration job. He is set to be sentenced next month.

More on Patch:

• McHenry County Disburses $3.69M In COVID Funds
• D'Andrea Banquets To Close At End Of February
• Reckless Homicide Charge For Woman Accused Of Running Over Friend
• Mail Stolen Outside Glenview Post Office: Police
• $1.3M Wow House: 1 Of Scarsdale's Most Magnificent Homes