'Emo' Bank Robber | Ravinia Schedule Released | Fatal Crash

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — It's Friday and before we all sign off for the weekend, let's get caught up on the top news stories from recent days in the northern Chicago suburbs.

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

Schaumburg Bank Robber Has 'Emo' Hairstyle, White Patches In Hair: FBI

The U.S. Bank branch at 60 S. Meacham Road was robbed last week by a man with a handgun.

Evanston Mom Held Hostage By Hamas Shares Harrowing Story In Interview

‘I will not have peace until they’re all out," said Judith Raanan, who spent two weeks as a captive of Hamas after Oct.7.

2024 Ravinia Festival Schedule: Debuts From Violent Femmes, Ben Platt

Artists due to return to the Ravinia stage this year include Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, Norah Jones, Jason Isbell and James Taylor.

Missing Palatine Man 'Located And Safe': Police

The family of the 80-year-old said the resident has been "exhibiting signs of dementia."

Highland Park Man Led Hacker Crew's $400 Million Heist From FTX: Feds

Prosecutors say the "Powell SIM Swapping Crew" took over cell phone accounts and stole hundreds of millions of dollars in cryptocurrency.

Man Gets 14 Years In Prison For Shooting Into Home

Joel B. Kattner, 19, has been sentenced in connection with the July 2022 shooting on Coventry Lane.

Alderman Faces Official Misconduct, Criminal Damage Charges

The indictment was filled this past week against Anthony D. Coleman following an investigation by the Lake County State's Attorney Office.

Coroner IDs Schaumburg Woman Killed In 3-Vehicle Crash

The collision happened Tuesday afternoon in Lake Barrington.

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