Bears Tax Dispute | 'Violence Interrupters' | Accused Doctor To Pay

It's the last day of the first month of 2024. While it's still January, why not take a moment to check out some of the articles that have been getting attention from Patch readers from across Chicago's northern suburbs.

Bears, School Districts Remain Apart On Arlington Park Value

The Cook County Board of Review held a property tax hearing Tuesday with the sides still $100 million apart in valuation of the property.

Family Of Doctor Accused Of Murder To Pay $4M To Victim's Family

Malgorzata "Margaret" Daniels' daughter filed a lawsuit in 2022 claiming wrongful death and fraud and has since been awarded $4 million.

Tio Hardiman Claims Exclusive Right To 'Violence Interrupter' Name

The founder of Violence Interrupters demands the Lake County State's Attorney's Office stop the "unauthorized use" of his nonprofit's name.

Northwestern Doctors Overwhelmingly Vote For Union Representation

Northwestern Medicine residents and fellows voted 794-148 in favor of joining a local of the Service Employees International Union.

Evanston Man Indicted By Feds Over Pair Of Postal Worker Robberies

Everett Pullet pleaded not guilty to charges he assaulted and robbed letter carriers and illegally possessed a U.S. Postal Service key.

'R U REAL Act': Schakowsky Files Bill To Regulate AI-Generated Calls

U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky's proposal calls for the Federal Trade Commission to require telemarketers to disclose their use of AI technology.

Grant Will Help Fund New All-Inclusive Playground

The Mundelein Park & Recreation District received a matching grant award of $600,000 for Kracklauer Park.

Walgreens Announces Latest Round Of Layoffs: Spokesperson

The move follows similar recent cost-cutting measures made by the Deerfield-based company in an effort to save $1 billion.

$55 Million Class Action Settlement Over NorthShore Merger Approved

The deal resolves 15 years of litigation over the acquisition of Highland Park Hospital by the hospital system now known as Endeavor Health.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Prisoner Assaults Guard At County Jail: Sheriff's Blotter
• Identity Of Driver Killed In Red Light Crash Released: Des Plaines PD
• Credit Card Declined As Full Cart Leaves Biz: Blotter
• Church Burglary Charge; Dog Owner Banned From Pet Shop: Blotter
• Police Release Composite Sketch In Round Lake Luring Incidents