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Joliet, IL|
Joliet Murder Defendant Freed By Judge After SAFE-T-Act Hearing Reveals His Defense Strategy For July's Trial
In October 2024, Joliet police arrested Kendrick Pullen, who hails from Chicago, following the east-side house slaying along Wenborg Street.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Vo-Tech Students Spark Initiative To Stop Spread Of Wildfires
A student-led project with NexGen STEM is sharing wildfire kits, school outreach and a new New Jersey safety website.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Wilmington Thief Driving Expensive Stolen Vehicle At Excessive Speeds Lands In Will Co. Jail: Prosecutors
The incident in question happened in Wilmington along both Zilm Road and River Road.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
Long Beach Fire Department Swears In Chiefs, Honors Ex-Leaders
The Long Beach Fire Department held its swearing in ceremony this past weekend and honored a pair of four-decade vets, officials say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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Freehold, NJ|
Man Shot In The Face During Chase Through Freehold Public Library: Affidavit
The man was put into a medically induced coma and placed in the ICU for a period of time after the shooting, court documents said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|
More NJ Lawmakers Back $25 Federal Minimum Wage Bill
The drive for $25 is inspiring cheers from its supporters in New Jersey – and igniting criticism from its opponents.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Man Threatened Bel-Air Motel Staff, Claiming He Had Handgun: Joliet Police
Kevin Crosby, age 37, has been charged with aggravated robbery and burglary. He is no stranger to the Joliet Police force.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|
Summit Fire Department Partners With Red Cross To Hold Blood Drives
Donation events will be held at the new Broad Street firehouse from May through September.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
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Darien, CT|
Darien P&Z To Review Proposal For Temporary Outdoor Padel Courts
Here's a look at the upcoming Darien Planning & Zoning Commission meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Ask For The Devil Wears Prada Table At This UES Restaurant
A corner table is being rebranded as "The Devil Wears Prada 2 Table," after making a cameo in the new movie, the owner said.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Oak Brook Cop Had 'Inappropriate Relationships' With Female Employees: Village
He is accused of harassment and leaving his post without permission, according to an investigation.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|
What Just Opened Inside Sonoma County’s Biggest Casino
The Sonoma County casino unveils a $1 billion expansion with new restaurants, a smoke-free gaming floor, and a rooftop dining venue .
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
New Speed Limits Planned For 3 UES Schools
New York City transportation officials are planning on lowering speed limits in three Upper East Side areas, officials said Wednesday night.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
The 15 Minutes When NYC Streets Are Most Dangerous
A Patch analysis of crash data reveals when New Yorkers face the highest risk on city streets.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
Lyons Township High Got Heads-Up On Project Concerns
Western Springs alerted the school three weeks before a stop-work order. The village warned about fines.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Mother’s Day 2026 Inspires Powerful Stories Of Strength, Sacrifice And Love
Patch readers share their mothers’ legacies, from a German immigrant who survived WWII to moms who taught kindness, faith, and resilience.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Woodbridge, NJ|
Car Meet-Ups Continue To Be A Problem In Woodbridge, Police Director Says
Organizers are now trying to host sanctioned, permitted car meet-ups in Woodbridge Township, Police Director Joe Nisky revealed.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Board Decides On Short-Term Rental Regulations In Milford
Whether the city should police Airbnb and Vrbo units was the subject of debate at Monday's Board of Aldermen meeting.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Son, 18, Charged In Deadly Shooting Of Father In Oak Lawn
The 18-year-old is to appear Thursday for a pre-detention hearing on a first-degree murder charge at the Bridgeview Courthouse.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|
Holmdel Schools Approve 2026-27 Budget Plan: See Details
The budget plan includes a tax levy increase, staff cuts and the elimination of courtesy busing for the upcoming school year.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
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Montgomeryville-Lansdale, PA|
Harleysville-Based Company Lays Off 260 Employees, Attorneys Weigh Class Action Suit
The local company's mass layoffs have led to an investigation by a law firm.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Catonsville, MD|
Smoke Shop Employee Sold Agent 3 Machine Guns: ATF
An employee of the King of Smoke store in the Arbutus-Halethorpe area sold multiple guns and various drugs to an undercover agent.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|
Lost Realm Finding Its Way At Old Mill In Manchester
Manchester's newest brewing adventure is taking shape.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|
2 Hospitalized After Crash At Douglas Road, Fernwood Road: Oswego Police
The collision occurred after a driver made a left turn in front of a car on northbound Douglas Road, Oswego police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Vernon, CT|
Vernon Town Engineer David Smith Retires After 11 Years On Major Public Projects
David Smith helped design Vernon landmarks including the Windermere athletic fields and Hockanum trail bridge.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Cranford, NJ|
$850K Grant Approved For Pedestrian Safety Upgrades In Cranford
Federal funding will support pedestrian safety improvements along Kenilworth Boulevard near Lenape Park.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Revised Ridge Oak 29-Unit Senior Affordable Housing Site Plan Discussed
Applicant representatives said revised lighting plans now meet fixture spacing rules, but still need one exception.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Morristown, NJ|
1 Dead, 1 Injured In Route 80 Multi-Vehicle Crash In Morris County
One of the drivers, a 91-year-old, was killed in the crash, authorities said.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
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Edison-Metuchen, NJ|
'You Rejected Us': Edison Dad Tells BOE After Budget Cuts Cost Pregnant Teacher Her Job
An Edison family faces losing their home and their son's preschool spot after the BOE's budget eliminated the teacher's position.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Huntington Civil Rights Advocate, Artist Una Joyce Williams Remembered For Decades Of Service
Longtime Huntington activist marched for civil rights, served veterans for more than three decades, family says.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax Fine Jewelry Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting In Old Town Fairfax
Fairfax Fine Jewelry marks its May 1 ribbon-cutting at 10409-A Main St. in Old Town Fairfax with city officials and business leaders.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Sudbury, MA|
First Look Inside: New Asian Market Opens In Sudbury Crossing
The 5,350-square-foot market is known for its wide selection of specialty Asian groceries, including fresh produce and pantry staples.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
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Long Island, NY|
Hochul Announces Ban On 287(g) Agreements In State Budget
Kathy Hochul announced the framework of a state budget deal Thursday that included a ban on 287(g) agreements between local police and ICE.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Steve Buresh Shutters Cheesecake, Cookie Stores: 'It Has To Be Over'
"It's the economy. It's the last straw," the baker shared in a 14-minute video announcing the end of his longtime, well-loved bakeshop.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|
Data Reveals Who’s Behind Napa’s Wine Industry
A new study uses data to paint a picture of the backbone of Napa's agricultural and wine economy.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
St. Pete City Council Candidates Weigh In On Historic Gas Plant District Proposals
Patch asked St. Pete City Council and mayoral candidates to share their favorite Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment proposals.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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West Orange, NJ|
NFL Billionaire’s Plan To Build Apartments Over NJ Forest Sacked In West Orange
Community activists scored a big win in their battle to preserve a large patch of forest in North Jersey.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Westborough, MA|
Westborough Girl Scouts Turn Service Project Into Annual Blood Drive
Last year's event collected enough blood to help as many as 132 patients at Boston Children’s Hospital.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Is Joshua Miner About To Restore Bethany McKee's Freedom? 'On February 20th, This Court Ordered A New Trial'
Bethany McKee's lawyer, Rachel White-Domain, has filed her response to the Will County State's Attorney's motion to reconsider a new trial.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|
SEPTA Crash In Norristown That Injured 10 'Could Have Been Prevented,' NTSB Finds
A year after the crash in Norristown, the National Transportation Safety Board has released the findings of their investigation.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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