Body Found In Dead Man's Home | Banker Sentenced | School Masking

We've passed February's halfway mark, amid a week that kicked off with the Super Bowl and Valentine's Day and will wrap up with the conclusion of the XXIV Olympic Winter Games.

Here are some of the stories getting attention from Patch.com readers so far this week:

Coroner Identifies Woman, 25, Found Dead In Boyfriend's Lake County Home

The 25-year-old Algonquin woman sustained "significant blunt force trauma," authorities said.

Antioch Man's Death Consistent With Drowning: Coroner

Thomas "Tommy" Howe went missing on Jan. 22 when he walked away from a traffic crash in Libertyville.

Ex-Banker Gets Prison For Scheme To Bribe Way Into Trump Admin

Former Federal Savings Bank CEO Stephen Calk was found guilty of conspiring to bribe Trump campaign manager Paul Manafort with bad loans.

Parents Protest Mask Mandate, But Board Told Ending It Is Illegal

A Wilmette School Board District 39 attorney said board members could face legal liability if they violate the governor's executive orders.

Glenview District 34 To 'Strongly Recommend,' Not Require Masks

Masks are still required until Feb. 28 following a Tuesday night vote by the board of education.

Lake County Focuses On Mental Health, Substance Abuse Issues

The Lake County Health Department is launching a mobile response program to offer support to those experiencing a mental health crisis.

Vaccine Or Test Now Required For City Council, Commission Members

The Evanston City Council adopted the vaccination-or-testing for alderpeople, as well as volunteer members of boards, commissions and committees.

Highland Park Ends Proof Of Vaccine Requirement

Mayor Nancy Rotering said she will not seek to extend her emergency powers.

Golden Apple Finalists: Deerfield Teachers Get Prestigious Nods

Deerfield High School teachers Britnee Kenyon and Nikki Lazzaretto are among 30 finalists in the state.

Northwest Suburban Teachers Named Golden Apple Finalists

Teachers from Rolling Meadows, Schaumburg and Hoffman Estates are among 30 finalists in the state.

Lawyer Who Filed 'Frivolous' Suit Against Patch Faces Discipline

John Xydakis filed nine lawsuits against media outlets and attorneys intended "to harass, delay or burden," according to an ARDC complaint.

AMC Theaters, Sky Zone, Esports Arena Coming To Downtown Evanston

The new operator of the former Cinemark 12 at Church Street Plaza is set to be joined by a trampoline park, video gaming facility and more.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTERS

• McHenry County Teen Charged In Wisconsin Murder
• Catalytic Converter Thieves Leave Saws Behind: Blotter
• Stolen Car Bust Leads To Armed Robbery Warrant Arrest: Blotter
• Man Hurls Insults At Woman After Dispute At Car Wash: Blotter
• DUI Bust Leads To Endangering Life Of Child Charge: Blotter
• $10-15K In Handbags Stolen From Nordstrom Rack: Blotter
• Customer Uses Racial Slurs During Argument With Staff: Blotter
• Drunk Wisconsin Man Crashes Jaguar In Lake Forest: Blotter
• Parolee Charged With Shooting At Morton Grove Gas Station

EARLIER: Teen Charged With Murder | Mask Debate | Gunshots At Bus Stop