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Top 10 Most-Read Stories From 2024 In Deerfield
Patch looks back at some of the top stories for the year, according to Deerfield readers.
DEERFIELD, IL — It was a year like no other for Deerfield area residents. There were plenty of ups and downs. Let's take a quick look back at the year that was, with the Most Read Deerfield stories of 2024:
Walgreens Closing 'Significant' Number Of U.S. Stores: CEO
The Deerfield-based pharmacy giant announced in June it was finalizing a multi-year program to close underperforming stores. RELATED: Walgreens Discussing Sale Of Company To Private-Equity Firm: Report
Pedestrian Struck By Amtrak Train Near Deerfield: Metra
A pedestrian was struck by an Amtrak train in October near Lake Cook Road in Deerfield.
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Walgreens Pharmacists Plan Monthlong Protest In Chicagoland: Union
Nearly 900 employees of the Deerfield-based company were demanding better pay and working conditions, according to their union.
Scammers Calling Lake County Residents Pretending To Be Cops: Sheriff
Scammers are also "spoofing" their telephone number to make it appear as if the call is coming from the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
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Hurricane Pauses IV Production At Baxter's North Carolina Facility
The Deerfield-based company said it may take until the end of the year for production to resume 100 percent following Hurricane Helene.
Prisoner Assaults Guard At County Jail: Lake County Sheriff's Blotter
The Gurnee resident is accused of aggravated battery to a correctional officer.
Flu Season Nears: Walgreens Offering Shots Nationwide
The Deerfield-based company announced this week that flu shots for anyone aged 3 years and up are available.
Bobby's Deerfield Closing After 12 Years In Deerfield — Owner
The Deerfield Road restaurant officially closed its doors last January.
Man Creates Hazard In Roadway: Lake County Sheriff's Blotter
The Beach Park resident is also accused of resisting a peace officer during his arrest, according to police.
Driver Clocked At 107 In 35 MPH Zone — Lake County Sheriff's Blotter
The Lake Zurich resident was charged with aggravated speeding, reckless driving and no insurance, according to police.
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