Pet Ban Proposed | Antisemitism Complaint Probed | Restaurant Closing

Though it may be dreary, temperatures are projected to remain above freezing this weekend following this week's first full moon of 2024. As we head into the last week of the month, take a moment to catch up on some recent news from across the northern suburbs.

Here are a few articles that have been getting attention from area Patch readers:

Northwestern Antisemitism Complaint Triggers Federal Investigation

The U.S. Department of Education opened a probe Tuesday into allegations Northwestern discriminated against Jewish students.

18 Illinois Restaurants, Chefs Named 2024 James Beard Semifinalists

Restaurants and rising Illinois chefs were named semifinalists for James Beard Foundation awards this week.

Coroner Launches Public Overdose Deaths, Suicide Dashboards

Both dashboards incorporate data from 2020 and will be updated on a weekly basis as investigatory information is available.

Restrictive Covenant With Billionaire Justin Ishbia Approved By Park District Board

Commissioners voted 4-3 to accept the terms of restrictive donation agreement with the billionaire's foundation in exchange for $3 million.

Bill Proposes Ban Of African Cats, Other Exotic Pets After Incident

State Rep. Daniel Didech (D-Buffalo Grove) introduced the legislation following a November incident where a cat got loose in Vernon Hills.

North Shore Resident Inducted Into Sports Broadcasting Hall Of Fame

Tom Fletcher revolutionized television broadcasts of pro sports, using remote controlled cameras to introduce innovative new angles.

Sledding, Solar-Lit Hikes, Ice Skating: Where To Go In Lake County

The Lake County Forest Preserves provides area residents with a variety of great option for outdoor activities in the winter.

Bobby's Deerfield Closing After 12 Years In Deerfield: Owner

The Deerfield Road restaurant will officially close its doors next month.

City Council Votes To Lease New Civic Center Space Downtown

Councilmembers agreed to a plan to rent office space at 909 Davis St. for 15 years with an option to cancel the lease after seven years.

Cat, Dog Die In East Dundee House Fire

The blaze broke out just after 2 p.m. Tuesday at a home in the 500 block of Reese Avenue in East Dundee.

4 Firefighters Injured In House Fire

The first floor of a house partially collapsed, trapping two firefighters inside, fire officials said.

Visit Lake County Plans February Flavor Festival

The fest will run Feb. 1 through 29.

Staffer With Highland Park Parade Shooting PTSD Fired By Park District

Chris Maliszewski was terminated last month after park district officials rejected what they described as a request for "indefinite leave."

GBN Grad Wins Literature Award

Christina Li's book, "Ruby Lost and Found," was awarded the Asian Pacific American Award for Children's Literature.

POLICE REPORTS/BLOTTER

• Credit Card Stolen From Libertyville Vehicle, Used At Store: Police
• Crash Witness Shot By Reckless Drivers In Mount Prospect: Police
• Fight Breaks Out Between Customers At Biz: Blotter
• Lifeguard Exposes Self To Children At Park Center: Police
• 3rd Arrest Made In Bullet Hole, Drug Case: Des Plaines PD

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