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Elmhurst, IL|
Oak Brook Pays $2M To Settle Sex Harassment Claims
One woman alleged a top official touched her genitalia, chest and buttocks.
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
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San Diego, CA|
Curebound CEO Shares Personal Cancer Journey Ahead Of P!nk Concert Fundraiser
The multi-Grammy Award-winning artist will headline the philanthropic organization's signature benefit concert.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Westfield Going Electric? Pilot Program Set For Summer
Westfield will pilot battery-powered landscaping equipment as officials consider possible future restrictions on gas-powered tools.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|
Mother's Day Turns Special For A Duck And Ducklings After Rescue By Manchester Firefighters
A daring duck rescue was pulled off by MFD Engine 7 Sunday.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Weighs Time Restrictions Instead Of Leaf Blower Ban
Ridgefield officials discuss leaf blower restrictions, weighing time limits and seasonal rules over a gas-powered ban
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Arlington, VA|
Suspect In Arlington Felony Hit And Run Case Faces Federal Illegal Entry Charge
A federal grand jury indicted Edison Antonio Ramirez Guerra for illegal reentry following his arrest for a felony hit-and-run in Arlington.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Basking Ridge Boutique Camden Road Expands To Madison With Second Store
Elizabeth Vinhal said Camden Road now has two stores, with expanded denim, jewelry and local fundraising efforts.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Arrest At West Jefferson Street Restaurant, Joliet Police Take Man To The Ground: Cops
During a search, officers located a pipe commonly used for smoking narcotics in Christopher Esbensen’s possession, police said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Arrest Made After Basinger's Pharmacy Employee Hits The Panic Button, Joliet Police Arrive Quickly
Talib Muhammad, 53, of Chicago, had entered the store and attempted to leave with several items without paying for them, Joliet police said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Chick-fil-A Opening Update In Bridgewater, Hiring In Process
The much-anticipated new location of Chick-fil-A is getting closer to opening off Route 202 in Bridgewater.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|
Bittersweet Final Commencement Ends 67-Year Era Of Trinity Christian College
Trinity Christian College goes out with prayers, cheers, tears and a fireworks show at Ozinga Field for its final graduation.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|
Deerfield High Names Alumnus New Head Boys Basketball Coach
Jack DiMatteo, a 2013 Deerfield graduate, succeeds retiring coach Dan McKendrick after serving on staff since 2022.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
RA Celebrates Completion Of Hook Road Ballfield Improvements
Reston Association hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday to unveil safety and accessibility upgrades at the Hook Road ballfields.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Pittsburgh, PA|
Premier Pittsburgh Hair Stylist Dies
He was one of the most famous stylists in Pittsburgh. His death was announced by his daughter.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
'Let's Go Outside': Darien Jewel Fight Results In Arrests
A manager got between a worker and a customer, who challenged the other to a fight, according to a police report.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Decision Made On Apartments, Retail Project Pitched For Downtown Milford
The Board of Aldermen weighed in on the project at its meeting last week.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Mahwah, NJ|
Bergen County Beaver Attack Video Was Used In Anti-Immigrant Propaganda, Fact-Checkers Say
The beaver was used in to scapegoat immigrants in Canada, a fact-checking organization says.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Hamden, CT|
Hamden Girls Lacrosse Falls To Lyman Hall In Rematch: PHOTOS
Hamden was looking to avenge a loss to Lyman Hall earlier this season.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|
Lyman Hall Girls Lacrosse Sweeps Season Series With Hamden: PHOTOS
The Trojans won two games this week to set a school record for regular-season victories.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
Massive, Water-Thirsty Data Centers Proposed In CA's Hottest Communities
A large data center can withdraw more than a million gallons of water per day during hot weather, but developers are eyeing desert towns.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|
Why San Ramon Regional No Longer Has A Leapfrog Safety Grade
A lawsuit over Leapfrog’s hospital ranking methodology led the watchdog group to remove grades for hundreds of hospitals nationwide.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Petaluma, CA|
'Golden Spikes' From Petaluma To Cloverdale: Politicians Celebrate More SMART
At a groundbreaking Friday, North Bay leaders celebrated the next SMART extension, this time to Healdsburg, and touted successes turning
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
When Healdsburg Celebrates A Train Station Not Yet Built
North Bay leaders celebrate the next SMART extension as officials promise new riders, stronger local business, and a future connections.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|
'Peaceful Oasis' From Marin To Cloverdale: Politicians Celebrate More SMART
North Bay leaders celebrate the next SMART extension as officials promise new riders, stronger local business, and a future connections.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|
Daughter Shares Her Mother's Deep Connection, Impact To Prestwick Community
Mom Joann Schaller was beloved by residents, and especially by their four-legged friends.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Livermore, CA|
I-580 Eastbound Reopens Following Mental Health Crisis: CHP
All eastbound lanes were closed after a person climbed above an overpass fence. Negotiations were successful, police said.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Lt. Jeremy Harrison Hopes To Win Termination Hearing Before Joliet Police & Fire Board Next Week: Ettinger
Attorney Michael Ettinger is representing Jeremy Harrison, who was recommended for firing by Joliet Police Chief Bill Evans late last year.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
VIVIBOWL Opens First US Location In Manhattan: See Photos
The Mexican-Asian fusion restaurant brand recently opened a new location on Park Avenue.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Perry Hall, MD|
Election 2026: Stacy McNish Says She's Bringing 'Systems‑Focused Approach' To BOE
BOE candidate Stacy McNish told Patch she's focused on creating an environment where students and educators can thrive in the 7th District.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Oak Lawn, IL|
Fire Tears Through Mobile Home, Injures 1 In Oak Lawn
A mobile home was gutted by fire, injuring a man, at the Airway Mobile Home Community in Oak Lawn, officials said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|
Arlington Town Meeting Approves FY2027 Budget
The budget was approved on the fourth night of the 2026 Town Meeting.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
'She Is Trying To Hire People To Kill Me,' Brick Shatters Joliet Woman's GMC Sierra Window: Court Records
This marks the third time already this year that 26-year-old Joliet resident Yuliana Zavala has been in the Will County Jail.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Hoboken School Calendar Revised For 2026-2027: What About Snow Days?
Hoboken's school board revised its calendar for next year. See when school starts and snow day information.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Joliet Burglar's Fanny Pack Contained 13 Live Rounds Of Ammunition: Prosecutors
For the third time in 2026, Anthony Marek, 28, finds himself in the Will County jail. Joliet police have arrested him twice since April 24.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
What Do You Do If You Find A Lost Dog Or Cat? Block Talk
Do you help find the owner or call the pound? Your instinct may be to help, but that’s not always the safest way to proceed.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|
Feds Charge Woodbridge Man After DOJ Launches Civil Rights Probe Into Fairfax Commonwealth’s Attorney
Feds take over a Fairfax County case, after concealed weapon and obstruction of justice charges are dropped against a convicted felon.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|
Public Hearing Set For Planned Renovation, Addition To Islamic Center Of Wheaton
Islamic Center of Wheaton is seeking approval for renovations and a 34,000 square foot addition to house a youth center and classrooms.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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