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ATM Armed Robberies / Graphic Abortion Fliers / Pastor May Avoid Sex-Abuse Trial
Week in Headlines: Gender-neutral restroom signs / Glenview couple weds on 'Today Show' / Mickey Zzzz's arrest / 'Compassionate' burglar?

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's catch up on the week:
Duo Indicted in 5 ATM Armed Robberies in Northbrook, Other 'Burbs
- Kenneth Hayes and Antonio Dunner also are accused of robbing an Elmhurst gas station.
Graphic Anti-Abortion Fliers Upset Some Lake Forest Residents
- The handouts from Ohio-based Created Equal accuse a local company of disposing of aborted fetuses.
Ex-Deerfield Pastor Might Not Face Trial in Teen Sex Abuse Case
- Prosecutor says Samuel Kee, who is accused of sexually abusing a 16-year-old girl, will be evaluated, and his case could stay out of court.
Gender-Neutral Restroom Signage Coming to Highland Park
- City becomes among the first nationwide to add inclusive signage to single-stall facilities.
Chicago Man Has History of Impersonating Cops: Court Records
- Ralph Farbman, who is accused of pretending to be a cop last year, was convicted of a similar crime in 2005.
Glenview Couple Weds on 'The Today Show'
- Kate Roseman and John West won a primetime contest, and the result was a live TV wedding in New York City.
It's Not Mickey Zzz's: Cops Arrest Sleeping Woman in McDonald's Drive-Thru
- The 60-year-old woman tried to escape from Lincolnshire police as she was being booked for driving under the influence.
Fred's Winnetka Service Closes After 43 Years
- Lead mechanic is opening his own business, also named Fred's, in nearby Northfield.
'Compassionate' Burglar Who Stole Jewelry From Condo Sought
- A man left the Hinman Ave. condo on Good Friday with $30K worth of jewelry. But it's what he didn't take that means the world to the victim.
79-Year-Old Niles Woman Killed by Open Minivan Door
- Kuem S. Cho died Sunday after being hit by the open door of a minivan driven by her 13-year-old grandson.
D112 Board Members Get Death Threats After Referendum Failure
- “Stop embarrassing Highland Park,” board president tells Internet name fakers.
Ex-Highwood Deputy Fire Chief Avoids Jail for Doctoring Pay Records
- Ronald Pieri was sentenced to two years probation after being convicted in December for falsifying department payroll records.
Factory Worker Wins $50,000 Lottery Prize
- Congrats to Michael Phillips of Waukegan on his recent lottery win.
Wilmette Police Help Chase Down Northbrook Retail Theft Suspects
- Police charge 5 in connection with 2 separate retail theft incidents March 19 at Saks 5th Avenue/Off Fifth in Northbrook.
Homeless Sex Offender Arrested on Chicago Avenue
- The 54-year-old man was taken into custody for failing to register as a sex offender.
Glenview Village Manager Tops Forbes' List of State 'Big Dogs'
- The magazine found that 72 of Illinois' small-town city and village managers earn more than all 50 state governors.
Underage Booze Sting Nets No Arrests in Evanston
- Undercover operation shows all 17 businesses tested in Evanston asked underage person for ID.
Kayaker Rescued Off Lake Michigan in Wilmette
- The 43-year old Arlington Heights man said his kayak sunk off the shore at Gillson Park.
Want to Stick It to Trump When He Tweets? This Chicago Startup Lets You
- The site iKeedo lets groups create fundraising campaigns that channel the public's anger on certain issues to make a financial difference.
Accused Shooter in Colin Nutter Murder Case Gets New Trial Date
- A judge set Philip Vatamaniuc's court date for June 27 after prosecutors asked for more time in the case Tuesday.
WLS Anchor Karen Jordan Buys Home in Evanston
- The native Evanstonian will move back to her hometown.
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- Evanston Man Gets Out of Jail Only to Be Arrested for ID Theft
- Evanston Teen Identified as Fatal Shooting Victim
- Alleged Saks Thieves Led Police Chase Through Skokie
- Smell of 'Unburnt Cannabis' Leads to Handgun Find
- Shots Fired in Skokie on Easter Sunday
- Glencoe Man Bolted Cab Without Paying: Cops
WORTH A LOOK
- Erosion Closes Evanston Dog Beach Until May
- Investigators Can't Find Cause for Last Month's Megabus Fire in Lake Forest
- Glenview Swimmer Qualifies for 2nd Event at Olympic Trials
- Sprinkler System Puts Out Fire at High-Rise in Evanston
- Massage Businesses in Evanston Will Need Licenses
- Evanston Now Celebrates 10th Anniversary
- Bond Between Student and Coach Transforms Life of Special Olympics Swimmer at YMCA
- 'Purple Line' Beer Released by Smylie Brothers
- Suit Against Nursing Home Alleges Negligence Led to Death
- Ralph Frese Memorial Paddle
- John Thomas is Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce Man of the Year
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