Missing Teens | Homophobic Attack | Bears Eye Suburban Move

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — The weekend is almost here! And as we all take a break from the day-to-day grind, it is a good time to 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:

Police Search For Missing Teens

Emilia Rechsteiner, 14, of Huntley, and Elizabeth Ernst, 15, of Crystal Lake, were reported missing by Rechsteiner's family on Tuesday

Charges Filed After Woman Beaten In Homophobic Attack: Reports

Kady Grass says she was attacked while at the McDonald's in Carpentersville this past week.

Bears To Arlington Heights Talks 'Headed In Right Direction'

Officials said Friday the Bears have made "significant progress" with leaders in Arlington Heights over the last few months.

IL Memorial Day Travel Forecast 2025: Best, Worst Times To Leave

An estimated eight million vehicles are expected on the Chicago-area Tollway system starting on Friday and continuing through Tuesday.

This Restaurant Makes The Best Burger In IL, Popular Food Website Says

Chowhound, a website for food aficionados, has ranked it as the best place in Illinois to get a burger.

Drunken Driver Crashes Into Home: Des Plaines PD

A 55-year-old Park Ridge man was arrested in connection with the incident that occurred on Wednesday night.

1 Critically Injured, 2 Boys Hospitalized After ATV Rollover Crash

The ATV collided with a tree in Ingleside Monday evening.

Generous Chef Sustains 3rd Degree Burns While Cooking Brunch

A woman who graciously volunteered to cook for a Mother's Day brunch at church ended up in the hospital with third-degree burns.

Fashion, Jewelry And More: New Retail Store Opening At Edens Plaza

A new retail store coming to Edens Plaza in Wilmette is promising to offer a unique experience to shoppers.

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