Teacher Boosters | Sports Bar Shooting | Restaurant Vaccine Proof

We are halfway through the final week of January, so it's time to take a look at some headlines from across Chicago's northern suburbs so far this week.

Here are some of the stories getting attention from Patch.com readers:

COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Mandatory For Teachers In District 113

A divided school board voted to require teachers to be boosted to work at Highland Park and Deerfield high schools starting in May.

1 Dead, 5 Critically Injured In 2-Car Crash

The collision happened Tuesday night in Round Lake Beach.

City Council Extends Proof-Of-Vaccination Requirement At Restaurants

Highland Park is the only place in Illinois without its own health department that requires restaurants to check for proof of vaccination.

3 Shot During Sports Bar Fight: Police

A Des Plaines man is in critical condition from the late Monday night incident. A shooter is in custody.

$12 Million Capital Grant Awarded To Port District

Reconstruction of the port's quay wall is one of 12 recently approved infrastructure projects at public ports, state officials announced.

Public Library Remains Closed Following Threats

A near altercation regarding the library's masking policy happened Thursday. The library is currently not allowing in-person visits.

KemperSports To Take Over Canal Shores Golf Course Management

The Northbrook-based golf course management company pledged to make improvements to the 100-year-old "community gem."

Missing Man's Cell Phone Found In Forest Preserve

Residents living in the area of the Old School Forest Preserve are being asked to check their home security cameras from the weekend.

Free N95 Masks Available At Walgreens Starting Friday

The Deerfield-based company said it is working with the Biden administration to offer the masks in varying sizes at stores.

Grossinger Founder's Grandson Sells Modernist Ranch-Style Mansion

Built in 1977, this wood-lined retreat features an in-ground pool and "privacy galore."

POLICE REPORTS

• Wisconsin Man Accused Of Leaving Accident Scene: Blotter
• Unwanted Solicitors Found On Multiple Floors Of Building: Blotter
• Masked Man Robs T-Mobile Store In Libertyville
• Package Thief Stole From Neighbors, Apartment Building Residents: Authorities

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