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🌱 How a North Chicago traffic stop turned into a dangerous high-speed chase.
Also, don't miss Fish Fry Fundraiser & Sip & See on the North Chicago Patch calendar
Greetings North Chicago! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a North Chicago traffic stop turned into a dangerous high-speed chase.
- What nearly $39 million in VA grants means for Illinois Veterans.
Also on today's calendar: Fish Fry Fundraiser & Sip & See.
Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 72 and low of 64 degrees.
- Friday: Partly sunny and nice, temps: high: 71, low: 64.
- Saturday: Some rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 76 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Waukegan man allegedly flees from police at high rate of speed before crashing into vehicle, fleeing on foot in Beach Park (lakemchenryscanner.com) — North Chicago police say a speeding driver refused to stop near 12th Street and Jackson, ran multiple stop signs, and then crashed into another car in Beach Park before fleeing on foot. Deputies later arrested a Waukegan man who allegedly admitted driving and showed signs of intoxication. He now faces multiple DUI, fleeing, and traffic charges and remains jailed pending another detention hearing. 
• VA awards $38,899,927 in grants to fight Veteran homelessness in Illinois Lovell Federal health care (va.gov) — From its North Chicago base, the VA has announced nearly $39 million in grants for 25 Illinois organizations that help Veterans who are homeless or at risk. The funding, part of a record national investment, will support housing, prevention, and intensive services through SSVF and GPD programs. Local Veterans could see expanded support and more stable housing options in coming years.
📸 Around North Chicago
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🗓 Upcoming Events in North Chicago
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★ Featured events ★
- Fish Fry Fundraiser & Sip & See →
The African American Museum at The England Manor, 503 N Genesee St, Waukegan
11:00 am
Friday September 18
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Other local events
- Peace In The Streets →
1801 Sheridan Rd, 1801 Sheridan Rd, North Chicago
11:00 pm - Lake County Fall Boat Show →
Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E Peterson Rd, Grayslake
10:00 am
Sunday September 20
Saturday September 26
📣 North Chicago Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market
BankFinancial, 1123 S. Milwaukee Avenue, 2nd Floor, Libertyville
7:00 am - RFU Community Care Connection Mobile Clinic
Waukegan Public Library, 128 N County St, Waukegan
1:30 pm - GPS - Navigating Parent Series- Parents Under Pressure: Practical Tools for Navigating Life's Challenges
Libertyville School District 70, 1381 Lake St, Libertyville
7:00 pm - Family Lotería Night →
Belvidere Recreation Center, 412 S. Lewis Avenue, Waukegan
6:00 pm - Anita Baker Tribute →
118 South Genesee Street, Waukegan - Miles for Miracles 5k- Hosted by Beauty For Ashes Ministries Intl. →
Waukegan IL - Mundelein Farmers Market
GLMV Chamber of Commerce, Park St & Seymour Ave., Mundelein
8:00 am - 6th Ward Fall Clean Sweep →
741 Glen Flora Avenue, Waukegan
8:00 am - Yoga at the Beach →
Stiner Pavilion at Waukegan Municipal Beach, 210 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan
8:00 am - 2026 Community Recycling Event →
Park Maintenance Facility, 2211 Ernie Krueger Circle, Waukegan
9:00 am
Thursday September 17
Friday September 18
Saturday September 19
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Popeyes posted a job opening for Popeyes Team Member - North Chicago, IL in North Chicago. Apply here.
- Target posted a job opening for Seasonal: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food & Beverage, Front of Store Attendant (Cart Attendant), Style, Inbound (Stocking) (T1070) in Waukegan. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near North Chicago here.
🗞 Nearby News
Lake Bluff
- Eli Huntington finished 24th at Stephens Cup (goairforcefalcons.com)
- Tau Beta Fall Market around the corner (grossepointenews.com)
Waukegan
- Waukegan council member charged with election fraud mum on future (chicagotribune.com)
- 'Left an indelible mark': Household mourns loss of life of Waukegan father who died whereas swimming at Illinois Beach State Park (fooshya.com)
- Budtender (Sales Associate) Waukegan IL (oregonlive.com)
Libertyville
- D128 Pledges Safety Reforms After Lawsuit Involving Former Teacher (patch.com)
- Purple Ribbons To Honor Mundelein Woman Fatally Shot By Police (patch.com)
Ok North Chicago! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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