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🌱 Patch AM: Police seek tips after Palatine girl reports disturbing street encounter.

And on the Palatine Patch calendar - First Pres Fall Fest

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Hello again Palatine! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Police seek tips after Palatine girl reports disturbing street encounter.
  • How did Palatine pull off its late-game win Friday night?
  • Palatine man faces serious charges after late-night incident in Iowa City.

Also on today's calendar: First Pres Fall Fest and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 72 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Monday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, temps: high: 72, low: 65.
  • Tuesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 78 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Palatine Man Charged After Approaching Juvenile Girl: Police (patch.com) — Palatine police say a 28-year-old local man was charged after allegedly grabbing a juvenile girl's wrist near Rand Road and Winslowe Drive and asking for her social media information. He faces misdemeanor battery and disorderly conduct charges, with a court date set in Rolling Meadows, and detectives are urging anyone with similar experiences to contact Palatine police.
   

• Football roundup: Hoffman Estates, Palatine, Schaumburg, Vernon Hills collect wins (dailyherald.com) — Palatine football fans can celebrate a tight 28–21 win over Rolling Meadows, sealed by a late touchdown run from Josiah Carrillo and big plays from Jayden Evans. The roundup also highlights results for nearby suburban teams like Hoffman Estates, Schaumburg, and Vernon Hills, giving local readers a quick snapshot of how area programs are shaping up this season.
   

• Chicago-area man arrested after reported overnight robbery in downtown Iowa City (1630kcjj.com) — A 22-year-old man from Palatine has been arrested in Iowa City after police say he smashed a woman's iPhone during an overnight confrontation downtown and is accused of robbery and criminal mischief. Officers report he showed signs of intoxication, and if convicted on all charges, he could face more than 15 years in prison, a serious case involving a local resident far from home.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Dozens of high school juniors become Harper College students via College Now Program —Harper College Read on Patch
  • Your Pharmacist and specifically Cindy, the Pharmacy Tech, at the Palatine Jewel, you guys are the best!!!
    I mean it!! I was foolish to try and save a few bucks with a mail order pharmacy. Had a horrible experience. But as soon as I called you guys, you… (Nextdoor Downtown Palatine)
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🗞 Nearby News

Rolling Meadows

  • Business Analyst - Robert Half - Rolling Meadows, IL, US (dice.com)

Arlington Heights

  • Home Invasion Charges, Street Racing: Arlington Heights Police Blotter (patch.com)
  • 1206 S New Wilke Road #403, Arlington Heights, IL 60005 Property for sale (corcoran.com)
  • St. Viator Remembers Alumna Killed On 9/11 As Class Marks 50th Reunion (patch.com)

Des Plaines

  • Suburban Woman Dies After Being Pulled From Lake Michigan Near Grant Park (patch.com)

Ok Palatine! 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: They start each day with a cup of caw-fee. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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