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Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Wrong Way I-55 Motorist From Wilmington Who Killed Married Couple Marks 3 Years Awaiting Trial: Prosecutors
In the spring of 2025, Chuck Bretz took over as defense counsel after Michael Trinka could not get along with his Chicago law firm.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Great Island Committee To Review Paving, Infrastructure Costs At Special Meeting
Here's what to expect at the upcoming Great Island Parking Design Committee meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Plainfield Brewery, Coffee Shop Affected By Power Outage Wednesday
Both businesses, located in the same building in Plainfield, are facing a power outage Wednesday, a day after a severe storm hit the area.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Beach Tag Proposal For Free Jersey Shore Beach Moves Forward
Officials estimated that the tag program could bring in about $230,000 in additional revenue.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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Elmhurst, IL|
An Epic Political Flip-Flop? Elmhurst Park Official Says No
An official took a seeming stand on a controversial issue, but later said his recommendation was procedural.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|
Black-Owned Bookstore To Host First-Ever 'Voices Of Harlem' Gala
The October fundraiser for Sister's Uptown Bookstore & Cultural Center will honor leaders in literature, education and community service.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|
Bonded Brothers Are Ready For Their Forever Home After Long Journey
Tabby boys Purdue and Swatara are ready for a forever home, with Swatara's adorable white markings giving him a smiley, puzzled look.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Finance Board Reviews School Cuts, Stronger Town Finances And Budget Forecast
East Lyme officials reviewed school cuts, stronger town finances, the old police station and plans for long-term budgeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Northbrook, IL|
Kosher Food Stand Draws Hundreds At Northbrook Days
Chabad at Northbrook's Yalla! stand combined kosher food with Jewish traditions and community outreach.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Arrest At CVS Pharmacy On Caton Farm Road As Defiant Teenager Refuses To Leave Their Store: Joliet Police
A Bolingbrook resident, 19-year-old Alexander Forest refused to leave and began walking further into the store, Joliet police revealed.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
South Orange, NJ|
Pierro Gallery Will Highlight Career Of South Orange Artist Next Month
The exhibition highlights eight decades of artistic creativity.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Suspicious Car On River Bend Lane Draws Joliet Police Attention, Man From Georgia Taken To Jail
The driver initially declined to identify himself and indicated that he did not require police assistance.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|
3 Injured After Dump Truck Runs Red Light, Marlboro Police Say
The crash occurred Tuesday afternoon on Route 520 between Wyncrest Road and Gordons Corner Road.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Zoning Board To Hear Five Variance Requests
New Milford's Zoning Board will hear five variance requests involving signs, lighting, additions and decks.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|
Cyclospora Cases Rise In McHenry County As Health Investigation Continues
Health officials say cases have declined in recent weeks, but no common food source has been identified.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
A Falling Branch, A Quick Call: How An Amazon Driver May Have Saved A Princeton Man's Life
Friends of the 78-year-old are hoping to identify and formally recognize the driver whose quick call may have saved his life.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Riverhead, NY|
Gilgo Beach Killer Receives Assignment To Prison Where He'll Live Out Days, Serving 3 Life Sentences: DOCCS
He'll be housed in the same maximum-security prison as Michael Valva, ex-NYPD officer convicted of murder after his son died in icy garage.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Secaucus Mayor Vows To Sue American Dream, Says Mall Owes NJ Towns Millions
American Dream is not being a good neighbor and honoring a commitment to pay surrounding towns millions of dollars, say two mayors.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
D Construction Site On Oneida Street Lures 2 Thieves To Steal Equipment, 2 Arrests Made: Joliet Police
The construction materials taken during the two thefts are believed to have a combined estimated value of approximately $7,000.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Windsor Locks Budget Vote Results Are In
The Board of Finance will meet Wednesday night to discuss next steps.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Basking Ridge, NJ|
Bernards Township Sets Property Maintenance Rules To Protect Neighborhood Aesthetics
Mayor Ana Duarte McCarthy said the ordinance is aimed at safety, neighborhood appearance and property values.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich Native Signs With Chicago Cubs Organization
A former Fairfield County baseball standout has taken the next step in his baseball career.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Legendary Elk Grove Coach Ken Grams Retires After 60 Years
The longtime educator became Illinois' winningest softball coach while mentoring generations of Elk Grove High School students.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Stolen U-Haul Discovered In Joliet As Police Officers Jump Into Action To Arrest This Man
He was also found to have active warrants from Morton Grove for DUI and Cook County for Resisting a Peace Officer.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Stamford, CT|
Former Stamford Student-Athlete Signs With Chicago Cubs Organization
A Fairfield County native has taken the next step in his baseball career.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
New Push To Help LI Women Grow Businesses, Build Connections
Raquel Washington will lead Ladies of LIAACC, with an October kickoff planned and a focus on business growth, AI and networking.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Couple Indicted In Death Of 2-Month-Old Baby In NJ
A couple has been indicted after a 2-month-old boy died at a North Jersey hospital.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Demolition of Historic Lake Elsinore Building Hits Legal Snag
City Council approved the demolition contract Tuesday night, but ongoing legal challenges are stalling the teardown.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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Greater Hartford, CT|
1st Congressional Dems: Bronin Defeats Longtime Incumbent Larson In Primary: UPDATE
The 78-year-old congressman was defeated by the former Hartford mayor, 47, in Tuesday's Democratic primary for U.S. Rep.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Kai Spears, NYT Defamation Trial Slows Amid Debate Over Admissibility Of Newspaper's Actions
Here's our latest in-depth courtroom coverage from the defamation case brought against the New York Times by a former UA basketball player.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|
Naugatuck Sets New Rules For Vape Retailers
Businesses selling vape products face a fast-approaching borough deadline.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
FedEx Laying Off More Than 100 Workers In Inland Empire As Shipping Giant Closes Hubs
The local job cuts reflect broader changes across the company.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
Woman Fires Gun At Ex After He Throws Bricks Through Window: Plainfield Police
The woman fired the gun, fearing for her safety during a domestic disturbance, Plainfield police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Fundraiser To Honor Late Huntington Manor Firefighter Mason Kraese
The new nonprofit will raise money at the Aug. 16 event to support scholarships and young people pursuing careers in the skilled trades.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Castro Valley, CA|
'Clean Your Butt': A Castro Valley Nonprofit Is Cleaning Up The Bay Area One Cigarette Butt At A Time
In just a few weeks, Forestr volunteers have cleaned up thousands of cigarette butts that could have otherwise ended up in the bay.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|
ICE Detains 6 Alexandria Community Members In 3 Days: Immigrant Rights Group
Community group ICE Out of Alexandria says six people in the city have been detained, some by masked agents, since Saturday.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Disorderly Conduct Arrest On Joliet PACE Bus After Woman, 48, Cannot Pay Her Fare: Police
A passenger intervened after reportedly observing Guillermina Mowab raise her arm in an aggressive manner toward the driver.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
Long Beach Approves Trash Code Change At City Council Meeting
In a batch vote, the Long Beach City Council approved a change to its trash code for restaurants.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
No Criminal Charges In La Grange Fatal Crash That Killed Hinsdale Couple
Prosecutors said they could not meet the burden of proof because of "overwhelming" evidence about a health issue.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
'Environmental Extremism' Fight Erupts Over California Coast
State leaders and residents rallied in Santa Monica as NOAA reviews California's coastal management program.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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