101 Animals Rescued | Mystery Museum Flood | Sergeant Sues Over Sexism

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — Hope your week is off to a good start. Let us get you caught up on the latest news from the northern Chicago suburbs from the past few days.

Here is a look at articles that have been getting attention from Patch.com readers:

Wheeling Shelter Says Sanitation Worker Saved 101 Animals During Flood

Heartland Animal Shelter is hosting a "thank-you" party for Antun Maticic following last week's flood.

Amazon Drivers Strike Over Labor Violations At North Suburban Facility

Members of Congress asked Amazon for answers about allegations of anti-union "bullying and lawbreaking" against delivery drivers in Skokie.

Jack In The Box Is Coming To Lake In The Hills

The California-based fast food chain is making a return to Illinois, with plans to open a location in Lake in the Hills.

Coding Club Founder Looks To Empower Young Girls In Northbrook

Kristelle Widjaja, a rising senior at Glenbrook North, started SheCanCode at Maple Middle School.

Highland Park Shooting Victim's Family Sues Gunmaker Smith & Wesson

Family members of Eduardo Uvaldo and survivors allege the firearm manufacturer's negligent marketing contributed to the 2022 mass shooting.

Hoffman Estates Doc Pleads Guilty To Federal Health Care Fraud Charges

The Inverness resident owned and operated Progressive Women’s Healthcare, S.C. in Hoffman Estates.

Lake County Jelly Belly Plant To Close In October

Ferrara Candy is relocating jelly bean production, affecting 66 employees who have been offered transfers to other Chicago-area facilities.

Mysteries Abound At Volo Museum; Source Of Titanic Flooding Unclear

A flood of water that lead to the closure of the museum's Titanic exhibit has museum officials scratching their heads.

Supreme Court Declines To Hear Illinois Assault Weapons Ban Challenge

Justice Clarence Thomas called the 7th Circuit's reasoning "nonsensical," saying it should be reviewed if it allows the gun ban to stand.

Suburban Police Sergeant Sues Over Sexism In Department

Sgt. Melissa Russell's lawsuit alleges years of gender discrimination, harassment and retaliation from high-ranking Skokie police officials.

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POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Nazi Symbol Found At Gallery Park: Blotter
• Shots Fired During Home Invasion: Police
• Lake County Man Faces Child Porn Charges
• Cocaine, Heroin Busts Made In Fox Lake: Sheriff's Blotter
• DUI, Speeding Arrests Made: Blotter
• 2 Lake County Women Steal $1,400 Worth Of Children's Clothing: Police

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