Canine Competition | Brewpub Shuttered | Doctors, Faith Leaders Lobby

We’re halfway through the first week of the year. Let us get you caught up on the latest news from the northern Chicago suburbs from the past few days.

Here is a look at articles that have been getting attention from Patch.com readers:

Doctors, Faith Leaders Urge Lawmakers To Pass Assault Weapon Ban

Hundreds of doctors and dozens of faith leaders signed onto letters calling for the passage of the Protect Illinois Communities Act.

World-Class Canine Competition Begins In Schaumburg

More than 200 dog breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club will be competing for top prizes this week.

Smylie Brothers Closes Flagship Brewpub 'As A Result Of The Pandemic'

The downtown Evanston restaurant and event space shuttered permanently after 8 years.

Drive-By Shooting Preceded By Man Flashing Gang Signs

A victim was not struck by any bullets or injured, but his vehicle sustained damage from the gunshots during the Monday incident.

Oakton Community College Drops 'Community' From Name In Rebrand

The north suburban community college is due to officially change its name later this month.

Father Accused Of Murder In Death Of Baby Son, Police Say

The child succumbed to his injuries last week after being under medical care since an October 2022 attack.

Woman Rescued After Car Gets Stuck On Steep Slope

The car went off Route 31 and 30 feet down the slope, leaving the driver trapped inside on New Year's Eve.

Non-Profit Donates More Than 500 Coats To Tri-Cities Residents

The St. Charles Breakfast Rotary's "Koats for Kids" raised more than $18,000 as part of its annual holiday fund-raiser.

String Of Overnight Commercial Burglaries Reported: Police

Officers responded to a burglar alarm early Monday morning, finding several businesses with shattered front doors.

Woman Spits On Deputies, Brags About Having Infectious Disease: Police

The 32-year-old Grayslake woman faces aggravated battery and drunken driving charges following the Tuesday incident in Volo.

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