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Former deputy coroner indicted | Use of force recommendations approved | Homicide victim identified: North Shore Week in Headlines

Week in headlines for Chicago's North Shore for the week of July 4 to July 10.
Week in headlines for Chicago's North Shore for the week of July 4 to July 10. (Patch)

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.


Ex-Deputy Coroner Charged With Official Misconduct, Eavesdropping

A former employee of the Lake County Coroner's Office was indicted Wednesday on a trio of felony counts stemming from the allegation that she illegally recorded a minor during a death... Read more


Illinois First State To Mandate Asian American History In Schools

All Illinois public elementary and high schools must include a unit covering Asian American history by the start of the 2022-23 year. House Bill 376, the Teaching Equitable... Read more

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Glenbrook South Principal Resigns

While not providing a specific reason for why she's leaving, officials at Northfield Township High School District 225 confirmed Wednesday that Glenbrook South High School Principal Lauren... Read more


Ex-Northwestern Coach Seeks To Dismiss Ex-Cheerleader's Lawsuit

The former Northwestern University spirit squad coordinator has filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit brought by a former cheerleader accusing the fired coach of forced labor, sex trafficking... Read more

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Dr. Mark And The Sutures Revives Traditional Summertime Show

Dr. Mark and the Sutures, Chicagoland's original band of rocking doctors, is due to return to Port Clinton Square next month for its traditional summertime concert. Formed... Read more


Police Use Of Force Recommendations Accepted By Village Board

Following a nine-month Public Safety Commission review of Skokie Police Department policies surrounding the use of force, the village board Wednesday unanimously accepted a series... Read more


Five-Story Apartment Building Planned For Site Of Car Dealership

City staff recommended approval of a five-story apartment building on the site of a Chicago Avenue car dealership. Autobarn Nissan plans to vacate the one-story building... Read more


Free Chicago Bears Training Camp Tickets Available For Fans

Fans will have the opportunity to attend Chicago Bears training camp this summer at Halas Hall, team officials announced Wednesday. About 1,000 tickets will be available for... Read more


Glenview Gymnast Receives Academic Scholarship

Despite putting in countless hours at the gym, Glenview gymnast Elena Pauker still managed to keep up with her schoolwork while also serving in several leadership roles. The recent... Read more


Bomb-Sniffing Dogs Headed To Openlands Lakeshore Preserve

Bomb-sniffing dogs owned by the military are set to assist with the investigation into possible explosives at Openlands Lakeshore Preserve. Officials at Naval Station Great... Read more


Unincorporated Glenview Homicide Victim's Name Released

While few details are known publicly regarding a June 29 homicide, the name of the victim has been released. Johnathan Joseph Hacker, 41, of the 500 block Cherry Lane, Glenview, died... Read more


Russian Robots To Replace Delivery Drivers On College Campuses

Don't be surprised to see small, six-wheeled Russian robots stuffed with late-night munchies rolling around college campuses this fall. Company officials announced a multi-year partnership... Read more


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