Expressway Shooting | Icy Good Samaritan | 'White Supremacist' Claims

We're halfway through the first full week of the shortest month of the year, with sunsets now coming in at 5:15 p.m. and the possibility of warmer temperatures in the coming week. We invite you to take a moment this evening to check out some of our recent coverage of Chicago's north suburbs.

Here are some of the stories that have been getting attention from Patch.com readers so far this week:

Wisconsin Man Charged Over Shooting On Edens Expressway

State police described it as a "road rage incident." The man's attorney said he was frightened.

Bystander Saves Person Who Fell Through Ice In Antioch: Authorities

Both people were rescued from the ice by the Antioch Fire Department following the incident Tuesday afternoon.

13-Year-Old Brings Gun To Middle School, Police Say

Evanston police said the boy showed the gun to other students at school on Monday, but there are no known threats to students or staff.

'White Supremacist' School Board Allegations Should Be Dismissed, District Argues

Parents accusing a north suburban school district of racism are using courts to attack political opponents over policy disputes, its lawyer said.

$850,000 Lottery Ticket Sold At Lake County Gas Station

The winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket was sold at the Thorntons at 3233 Grand Avenue in Waukegan.

Condition Stabilizes For Driver Accused Of Causing Fatal Crash: Police

The Lake County Coroner's Office has identified the 73-year-old Ingleside man killed in the Friday crash as George Giannakakis.

Charges Possible After ATV Removed From Fatal Crash Scene, Police Say

Glenn Luthardt was killed after the ATV he was driving crashed, landed on top of him Tuesday.

Arlington Heights Hospital Honored For Cardiac Care

Northwest Community is one of just four hospitals in the state to receive the recognition.

Driver Strikes Squad Car, Leads Cops On High-Speed Chase, Police Say

Police said the Lake County man drove over spike strips and nearly ran over three officers before fleeing at over 100 MPH.

Woman Lied About Being Victim Of Kidnapping Attempt, Detectives Determine

Police said an 18-year-old Evanston woman has been charged with disorderly conduct for filing a false police report.

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• Duo Accused Of Stealing Mail Across Chicagoland, Police Say
• Metra Upgrades To Improve Reverse-Commute Service In Lake Forest Begin
• Algonquin Best Buy Discounts Underway As Closing Nears
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