TikTok School Threat | Donation Scam | Fatality On Metra Tracks

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:

Man Hit, Killed By Metra Train On Union Pacific North Line

The man was killed after being hit by a Metra train near the Waukegan-North Chicago border on Thursday morning.

Woman Nabbed After Making Threat to School On TikTok: Des Plaines PD

A former student of the school had threatened to "shoot up" North Elementary School last September.

Drone, Dog Deployed To Capture Wilmette Jewel Robbery Suspects: Police

Wilmette police said two grocery store employees were injured during a New Year's Eve incident that led to a chase across the North Shore.

Cary Woman Falls Victim To Donation Scam: Police

Hannah Worcel of Cary said a young man requesting donations for a high school basketball team

Man, 53, Found Dead In Lake Co. Jail Cell On New Year's Eve Identified

The man has been identified as Arthur Bankston II, 53, of Zion.

Man Accused Of Adding Rubbing Alcohol To Drink: Cops

The 64-year-old Carpentersville man faces charges following the incident that happened in Lake in the Hills.

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