Foster Puppy Stolen | Fatal Crashes | Teen Is 'Goalie Of The Year'

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:

Wheeling Shelter Puppy Stolen From Foster Family's Backyard

Buzz is a 3 1/2-month-old black lab/shepherd puppy from Heartland Animal Shelter.

Crystal Lake Couple Welcomes Leap Day Baby

Logan William Mallon, the son of former Crystal Lake residents Carly and Dan Mallon, was born at 2:58 a.m. on Thursday.

Hard Work Pays Off For Northbrook Goalie With League, State Honors

Michael Reyderman, a Glenbrook North junior, was recently named Goalie of the Year by the Scholastic Hockey League.

Coroner IDs North Barrington Man Killed After Being Hit By Car

Results from an autopsy have revealed Craig Kizer died from blunt force injuries as a result of the collision Tuesday night.

Fundraisers Set Up For Residents Displaced Due To Storm Damage

A section of a roof at a Mundelein apartment complex was blown off amid storms Tuesday.

1 Killed, 1 Seriously Injured In Fiery Crash

The collision happened Wednesday night on County Line Road in Barrington Hills.

Illinois Students Asked To Confront Hate, Bigotry In Essay Contest

This year's prompt: “The history of man is the history of crimes, and history can repeat. So information is a defense against repetition."

Pair Steal 16 Stanleys From Dick's: Arlington Heights PD Blotter

The total value of the 40-ounce tumblers was $720, according to police.

Walgreens Will Begin Selling Abortion Pill Next Week: Spokesperson

The Deerfield-based company said it will start selling mifepristone in Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and California.

11 Tornadoes Hit IL During Storm: National Weather Service

Severe thunderstorms and large hail were reported throughout the area with tornadoes seen in at least five counties.

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