Gun Brought To High School | Bakery Survives | Superintendent Resigns

We're halfway through the first week of the second quarter of 2023 and municipal elections have wrapped up across the Chicago area, with the prospect of temperatures in the 70s forecast as soon as next week.

In the meantime, let's get caught up on the latest news from the northern Chicago suburbs so far this week. Here is a look at articles that have been getting attention from Patch.com readers:

Student Charged With Having A Gun At Suburban High School

One of 5 Highland Park High School students taken into custody amid Tuesday's lockdown charged with disorderly conduct and possession of a firearm in a school.

UpRising Bakery 'Finds A Way Forward' To Remain In Business

After facing a $30,000 debt, the Lake in the Hills business that was ready to close had found support from the community after $47,000 in donations.

Public Library Staffer Quits Police Job While Under Investigation

Abah Antonio resigned from the Niles Police Department a day after its deputy chief recommended he be placed on administrative leave.

Celebrity Chef Viviani Brings Elevated Tavern Fare To Glenview Eatery

Fabio Viviani, who appeared on "Top Chef" recently opened a Chuck Lager location in Glenview to provide a better take on familiar favorites.

Superintendent To Depart District 65 Job For Atlanta Area

Nearly three years after taking over amid the pandemic, the Evanston/Skokie School District 65 superintendent announced plans to leave town.

Loyola Academy Alum Among Cops Who Stopped Nashville School Shooter

Rex Engelbert, a 4-year veteran of Metro Nashville police, graduated Queen of All Saints School in Chicago before attending Loyola Academy.

2 Men Facing Murder Charges In Fort Sheridan Beach Death Remain Jailed

Accused of murdering Matthew Ascaridis, Nicholas Caban and Jacob Firestone must post $200,000 cash to secure their release ahead of trial.

Evanston Reparations To Include Option Of Direct Cash Payment

The City Council amended the Restorative Housing Program to include an option to take a cash payout instead of a $25,000 housing grant.

23 Illinois Billionaires Make Forbes List Of Richest People In The World

Hedge fund guru Ken Griffin, who moved to Miami last year, ranked the highest among Illinois billionaires as the 35th wealthiest person in the world with $35 billion.

MORE ON PATCH

• 2 Men Facing Murder Charges In Fort Sheridan Beach Death Remain Jailed
• Northwest Suburban State Senator Backs Real Estate Civil Rights Bill
• DUI, Crack Cocaine Possession, Firearm Possession: LCSO Blotter
• Protective Order Violation, DUI, Retail Theft: GPD Police Blotter
• Dead Squid On A Car, Stolen Fried Chicken: AHPD Blotter
• Highland Park Man Charged With Assault With A Deadly Weapon: Blotter
• Police Officer Surprises Man With New Bike After His Broke Down During Snowstorm
• Lake Villa Man Faces Attempted Murder Charges In McHenry Shootings: PD
• Lincolnwood Woman Injures State Trooper In Edens Expressway Crash
• Reaction To Cannabis Edible Sends Middle Schooler To Hospital