The most important things happening in the communities you care about — straight to your inbox.
Free hyperlocal news, events and conversation
for 30,000 U.S. communities.
Read the latest stories from Patch's team of local journalists
Joliet, IL|
2 Joliet Teens With Fully Automatic Pistol, Semi-Automatic AR Pistol, Land In Will Co. Jail: Prosecutors
Bryan Lopez has been released from the Will County Jail after three days in custody. His friend, Joshua Price, will remain in custody.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Chichester Police Seek Tips After A Motorcyclist Dies Following A Crash On Horse Corner Road: Video
A motorcyclist crashed into a utility pole in Chichester on Sunday night. He died later. Family sets up a GoFundMe.com site. Cops seek info.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|
Westport DPW Raises Awareness Of Recycling Contamination
The Department of Public Works is launching an awareness campaign called "No Bags, No Food, No Foam."
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Development Planned At Old Hinsdale Religious Site
Previous proposals faced opposition from neighbors. The village is getting the word out.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Put Your Event on the Map
Patch connects your event with people looking for things to do nearby.
Joliet, IL|
2 Little Kids Left In Car While Man Shops Inside Louis Joliet Mall: Joliet Police
Justin Crubaugh was charged with two counts of endangering the life or health of a child. He comes from the city of Lockport.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Multiple Guns, Ammunition Found After 34-Hour SWAT Standoff In Bridgewater, Affidavit Reveals
Police said Eric J. Thorogood, on Hill Lane, pointed a rifle at officers for hours before he shot himself in the leg during the arrest.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Trustee Won't Run Again, Gives Notice Months Ahead Of Time
Other politicians wait until the 11th hour to make such announcements, giving insiders leverage.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City School Evacuated For Reported Building Fire: Updated
Students at a City of Fairfax elementary school were evacuated Tuesday morning due to the report of a building fire on campus, reports say.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Sell It Where You Live
Post your item on Patch Classifieds and reach buyers nearby.
La Grange, IL|
Rat Complaints In 2 La Grange Neighborhoods
In one case, an abandoned home was blamed. An official said reported code violations were unacceptable.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Barnett Doubles Down On Commitment To Making Pride Month Proclamation
Barnett's response comes after a few residents at a Downers Grove village meeting pushed Barnett not to proclaim June Pride Month.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
More Earthquakes Likely After Swarm Jolts SoCal, Experts Say: 5 Things To Know
More seismic activity was expected after a swarm of 411 quakes hit inland Southern California over the weekend.
Corey Washington, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Celebrating Healdsburg's Farmers Market: A Story Told Through Food
A book launching today tells the story of Healdsburg's people and place through its farmers market.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Post a Classified in Minutes
Connect with local buyers looking for what you're selling.
San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon Council To View FY26-27 Preliminary Budget
City officials say expenditure growth must slow significantly before Measure N expires in 2035.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Longshots Disturbance Causes Parking Lot Mayhem, Woman Admits Firing Her Gun Into Air: Police
Joliet police heard a loud noise coming from the parking lot and saw several people running toward the entrance of the business.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
The Skylark Rooftop Bar Unveils New Spring/Summer Menu: See Here
The Skylark rooftop bar is set thirty stories above ground in the heart of Times Square.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
Drunken Driving Arrests Skyrocketing In Vernon
Statistics show that DUI arrests are on the rise in Vernon in a big-time way.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Put Your Business in the Spotlight
Reach local customers by featuring your business on Patch.
Oak Lawn, IL|
Victim In Oak Lawn Trailer Fire Dies
A deadly fire that killed a man in the Airway Mobile Home Community has been determined “accidental," the Oak Lawn fire chief says.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Willowbrook Chain Restaurant Shuts Doors
The chain has about 1,400 locations, including many in the Chicago suburbs.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Tequila Trouble In Elwood: 'Defendant Advised That If He Did Not Cooperate, He Would Be Tasered,' Cops Say
Antonio Cid comes from South State Street Lockport. He spent three days in the Will County Jail but regained his freedom over the weekend.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|
Data Center Developer Proposes Vienna Cloud Campus To Replace Tysons Office Complex
Serverfarm seeks Fairfax County approval to build a 316,000-square-foot data center on Quantum Drive, including a new public playground.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Grow Local Awareness Fast
Patch helps your business connect with the customers who matter most.
La Grange, IL|
Restaurant Opening In La Grange; Liquor License Sought
The restaurant is Mexican and French-inspired, according to its website.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|
VIDEO: ‘Jesus Walks These Halls’: Massapequa Woman Defies Odds After Cancer, Ventilator Battle
After doctors removed her stomach and doubted she would survive, Roseann Iavarone left Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehab Center to applause.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|
New DTLR Era Brings Reimagined Experience To Annapolis Mall
The DTLR sportswear brand is getting ready to hold a grand opening Wednesday at Annapolis Mall. Here's what you need to know.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Mayor On Restaurateur's Gambling Arrest
The owner will face "severe consequences" locally if he is found guilty, the mayor said. Meanwhile, the mayor will keep going to the eatery.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Promote Your Event Today
Share your concert, festival, or fundraiser with thousands of Patch readers.
Joliet, IL|
Wilmington Auto Thief Cuts Off Ankle Monitor Leaves It Inside Mailbox: Prosecutors
Zachary Palmer has multiple previous auto theft arrests. Now he faces a petition to deny pretrial release.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Concierge Company Aims To Help Employers Welcome New Talent To Tampa Bay
A new concierge company is designed to support recruiting and HR teams as they hire and relocate talent to St. Pete and the Tampa Bay area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
Residents Continue To Question Homeless Apartment Building Coming To Woodbridge
The homeless apartment building coming to Hopelawn continues to be a hot topic of discussion.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Inmate From IE Escapes State Custody, Search Continues
CDCR’s Office of Correctional Safety and local law enforcement agencies are assisting in the search.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Put Your Event on the Map
Patch connects your event with people looking for things to do nearby.
Ashburn, VA|
Local Growers Open Their Doors For Loudoun Farm Tour
Loudoun County's biannual farm tour is coming up May 16 and 17.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|
$15.2M Condo Tops UWS Luxury Real Estate Deals
Ink has dried on eight real estate deals over $4,000,000 on the Upper West Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury Advances Charter Changes, Keeps Economic Development Commission
Simsbury selectmen have approved charter amendments for a November vote and voted to keep the EDC in the town charter.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
$15.2M Co-op Tops UES Luxury Real Estate Deals
Ink has dried on 11 real estate deals over $4,000,000 on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Sell It Where You Live
Post your item on Patch Classifieds and reach buyers nearby.
Philadelphia, PA|
How Knicks Fans So Successfully Trespassed In Philly
In one of America's greatest sports cities with a storied basketball history, the Knicks series is a referendum against owner Josh Harris.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Victim ID'd In Fatal Stamford Fire: Police
An investigation into the cause and origin of the May 8 fire is ongoing.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
'Mega Project Calculator' Claims Bears Stadium Would Erase Billions In School Funding
The Illinois Federation of Teachers have released an interactive online tool that shows how statewide tax code rewrites may impact schools.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
1 Injured In 2-Car Crash Near Fox River Bridge In Cary: Police
A woman was taken to the hospital following the collision, police said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Post a Classified in Minutes
Connect with local buyers looking for what you're selling.
Elmhurst, IL|
Oak Brook Pays $2M To Settle Sex Harassment Claims
One woman alleged a top official touched her genitalia, chest and buttocks over her clothes.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Health Insurance Spike Avoided As Westfield Schools Eye Expenses
District Holds Down Costs Despite Statewide 30–35% Premium Increases
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|
Shopping Center Days Away From Opening New Store
J.Crew Factory is getting ready to open up shop this week at the Festival at Riva shopping center in Annapolis.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Speed Limit Concerns Raised In Bridgewater, Petition Launched By Residents
Township Officials have reached out to Somerset County about East Main Street, where the speed limit goes from 40 mph to 25 mph.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Put Your Business in the Spotlight
Reach local customers by featuring your business on Patch.