XMas Eve Car-Into-House Fatality | Bird Flu Surge | Griswold Wagon

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:

Coroner IDs Man, 22, Killed After Jeep Crashes Into Home: Police

The man killed in the collision has been identified as Axel Maldonado Guerrero, 22, of Round Lake Beach.

From Bar To Bedside, Cancer Survivor Brings Smiles To Kids At Hospital

Darin Ortman, manager of a Lincoln Square bar, collected toys and delivered them to kids at Swedish Hospital for the seventh year in a row.

McHenry Co. Health Officials Monitor Bird Flu Activity

No human cases have been confirmed in McHenry County, local health officials say residents should stay informed.

Griswold Station Wagon Makes Its Rounds In Chicago Area

Ted Ray is at it again, with holiday lights covering most of his McHenry home and his Griswold-inspired station wagon drawing crowds.

Man, 72, Dies After Suffering Medical Episode, Crashing Car: Police

The collision happened in Lake Zurich Monday morning.

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