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San Diego, CA|
Teen Photographer Captures Humpback Whales Off San Diego Coast: Photos
Diego Brooks, 14, photographed several humpback whales during a Veterans Day whale-watching trip with his father.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Banned From Catholic Church, Joliet Criminal Defendant, 55, Regains Freedom After Church Kitchen Incident
Joliet police responded to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church and found 55-year-old Arturo Granados-Briseno being detained outside.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|
As ICE Arrests Rise, Marin County Takes A New Approach But Advocates Say It's Not Enough
Advocates say the county needs stronger restrictions on federal immigration enforcement.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
Flooded Cabin, Trump Visit, Tire Trouble: O'Hare's Eventful 2026
Flight emergencies, a surveillance investigation, measles and major airline changes have kept Chicago's airport in the headlines.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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South Windsor, CT|
South Windsor Rejects Religious Campus Zoning Changes
A 4–3 vote defeated rules allowing religious campuses with housing, after debate over neighborhood character and future development.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Ditmas Park-Flatbush, NY|
Flatbush Entrepreneurs Will Get A Shot At Cash Prize
Despite Wednesday's deadly building collapse, a Flatbush event will move forward Thursday to help local entrepreneurs secure funding.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Clarendon Hills Asked To Delay Major Actions Until After Election
A candidate slate wants to hold off on proposed downtown improvements. It has encouraged its rivals to make the same request.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
New Cannabis Dispensary Eyes UES Opening
The final vote on whether to approve the new license will take place at Community Board 8's full board meeting on Nov. 18.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Peabody, MA|
State Education Department Finds 22 Peabody Students Were Eligible For HS Promotion
The students were at the center of a dispute between Essex Tech and Peabody Public Schools over denied admissions.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|
'End Of An Era': After Deal To Sell Company Falls Through, American Sale To Shutter All Locations
American Sale's family owners are getting out of retail; a liquidation sale is ongoing.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Robbery Suspect Flees To Roof After Botched Prostitution Encounter: Secaucus Police
The suspect initially met a man in town for a sexual encounter and then stole from him, running into a local restaurant, said police.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Stafford Township Honors Youth All-Star Baseball Teams
Stafford Township recognized two All-Star baseball teams for championship seasons and community representation.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
LTHS Bus Driver Honored For Bravery, Intervening During Child's 'Concerning Interaction' With Unfamiliar Car
Bus driver Owen Flemming was honored for his "extraordinary bravery and commitment," including taking action to protect an 8-year-old girl.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|
Orange Economic Development Commission Approves $1,300 For Magazine, Plans Website Upgrades
Orange economic development officials approve $1,300 for OrangeLife magazine and discuss website upgrades and a holiday market.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Worker Hospitalized After Accident At Windsor Locks Plant
Emergency crews responded to Ahlstrom Wednesday night, according to the fire department.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|
Westport Conservation Commission To Review Residential Projects, Docks At Upcoming Hearing
Proposals involving wetlands, waterways, home expansions and an accessory dwelling unit.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Livingston, NJ|
Proposed School Referendum In Livingston Scaled Down: See Tax Impact
The upgrades now come to $189 million – down from $228 million in earlier talks.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Detroit, MI|
Man, 2 Children Hurt In Detroit Apartment Fire
Officials are still investigating the cause of the fire.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater OKs Developer Agreement For Route 22 Self-Storage Project
The agreement covers a self-storage facility previously approved for 1661 Route 22 N and ties the new owner to prior terms.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC Bans Companies From Using Your Data To Set Prices
The City Council voted on the bill Thursday.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Ellington-Somers, CT|
Ellington Neighbors Question Drainage For 10-Lot Subdivision
Neighbors questioned runoff from the Crane Road proposal. Wetlands approval is in place, with a zoning hearing continuing Nov. 23.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT|
Essex Special Town Meeting To Vote On Proposed ‘Do Not Solicit’ Registry
Essex voters will consider a proposed “Do Not Solicit” registry aimed at restricting commercial door-to-door solicitation.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford Panel Seeks Changes To Accessible Trail Project
The trails committee recommended revising and extending the grant, with engineering oversight and accessibility requirements.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Restaurant Still Coming To La Grange: Village Report
The eatery is Mexican- and French-inspired with "vintage aesthetics."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Aurora, IL|
3 Hurt In Aurora Partial Building Collapse At Site Where Bricks Fell From Facade In 2025: Police
A similar incident happened to the same building in 2025, but officials said Wednesday's collapse was unrelated.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
Man Threatens Southampton School Community, District Says
Cozens shot a gun nearby leading to a previous arrest as reported by NBC.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
Latest Pro-Immigrant Protest In Newark Is Only Tip Of The ICEberg
Activists gathered to protest ICE in the Ironbound. Other recent activity has included a highway billboard and a Día de los Muertos rally.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Home Fire Brings Large Mutual Aid Response On Presidents Drive
A fire at a single-family home on Presidents Drive remains under investigation, police said.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Hatboro Lofts Seeks Retail, Commercial Tenant
The Jacksonville Road property's representatives appeared before the Hatboro Planning Commission on Tuesday night.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby Proposes New Pickleball Courts, Year-Round Bathroom
A Dec. 8 vote will decide a proposal for up to four pickleball courts and a year-round bathroom at Salmon Brook Park.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Fuel-Cell Plant Proposed Behind Suffield Warehouse
Plans call for 16 natural gas-powered fuel cells on Bennett Road. State reviewers want closer scrutiny of noise near a home.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield TPZ To Hold Hearing On Affordable Housing, Commerce Drive Regulations
Proposed subdivision requirements, athletic netting heights and rooftop equipment rules are among topics slated for next week's meeting.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
Lyons Mayor Endured Raucous Meeting, Cancels Most Afterward
The Lyons board hasn't met in two months. The village canceled the last eight regular meetings of the board and finance committee.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
Windsor Council Funds Memorial Honoring Vietnam Veterans
Councilors voted 8–0 to fund a granite memorial on the North Green, following support from residents and veterans.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Weighs New Tax Options, Housing, Labor Policies In 2027 Legislative Agenda
Fairfax City Council reviewed its 2027 legislative priorities, including new tax options, housing, collective bargaining and public safety.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|
Woman Accused Of Stealing $500K From South Windsor Employer
Police say the woman used her employer’s card for cosmetic procedures, bills, shopping and taxes.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Man Shifts Story On Drinking, Smells Of Alcohol: Police
The man was charged with DUI. A woman questioned the arrest.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Alderwoman Won't Seek Reelection Next Year
The decision comes with a "heavy heart," she said. The council election is in April.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Oak Lawn Library Board Passes 4.5 Percent Tax Levy, After Patrons Push Back On Proposed Levy Freeze
Patrons push back on Trustee Karrie Mallo's plan for a zero percent tax levy in 2027 that would freeze the budget at its current level.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Bartender Katie Kearns Vanished From Joliet 9 Years Ago, Where Is Murder Defendant Jeremy Boshears Now?
In 2022, jurors learned that after Katie Kearns disappeared, murder Jeremy Boshears read Joliet Patch's article about her disappearance.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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