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Woodbridge, VA|
Woodbridge Elementary School Employee Accused Of Assaulting Student: Police
An employee at a Woodbridge elementary school has been criminally charged after a reported incident involving a student, police say.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Chaney-Monge Student 'Had Nightmares About Being Beaten Again,' Judge Releases Crest Hill Defendant From Jail
The student was supposed to have basketball practice after school, but instead went for dinner with a friend and a friend's mother.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Limerick-Royersford-Spring City, PA|
How Underdog Chris Thomas Flipped PA's 24th, Winning Dems The State Senate
The Montco seat, held by the GOP since 1959, was seen as one of the most competitive races in the state. But the result was a landslide.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|
Ballot Question In Doubt As MA Democrats Sweep To Victories: 2026 Elections
While most candidate races were called early, a ballot question on single-family homes reversed course in the tallies overnight.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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Across Illinois, IL|
Pritzker Win Makes History In Illinois
Pritzker won a historic third term and is unveiling a "Day One" agenda targeting health care, wages and household costs.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Blue Wave Hits Somerset County For 2nd Year, Democrats Led Most Town Elections
Republican-led towns such as Bridgewater, Hillsborough, and Bernards were among those that once again chose Democrats to lead.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Alexandria Woman Charged With DUI, Child Neglect After Fairfax City Hotel Incident
Police say an Alexandria woman holding an infant at a Fairfax City hotel struck an officer. Court records detail three charges.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
No Longer Battleground: Elmhurst's Deuter Wins 2nd Term Comfortably
Deuter cruised past her barely funded Republican rival in the local state representative race.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
Race Featuring Kiss: Cook County Hopeful Far Ahead Of Rival
One candidate was caught on camera getting kissed. The other filed a records request for the video.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Suffolk County Clerk Puleo Leads Election Against Two Challengers
Incumbent Republican County Clerk Vincent Puleo faced off against two write-in challengers, Christian Padgett and Abigail Field.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Arson Investigating Bellport Blaze: Police
The home was "fully engulfed" when first responders arrived, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Andover, MA|
Andover's Dan Koh Wins Seat In Congress: 'It's Time We Rig The System For Working People'
Democrat Dan Koh faced Republican Micah Jones in the race to succeed U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton on Capitol Hill.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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Across Massachusetts, MA|
Democrats Sweep MA Elections As Gov. Healey, Sen. Markey Win Big
The Associated Press projected Gov. Maura Healey and Sen. Ed Markey to win re-election shortly after polls closed at 8 p.m.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|
Biss Declares Victory In Illinois 9th Congressional District
"I am so proud to be chosen as the next Congressman from the 9th District of Illinois," Biss said on social media.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Council Candidates Report Voting Problems On Election Day
Two Santa Monica council candidates report difficulties voting in person, echoing problems that surfaced during California's June primary.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|
Lake Co. Voters Reject 1% Sales Tax To Fund School Improvements
Voters weighed a proposed 1% countywide sales tax that could generate millions annually for school improvements and security.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
Republican Ayotte Holds Corner Office As Democrats Sweep The Granite State: NH 2026 Midterm Elections
Follow-up: U.S. Rep. Chris Pappas wins open Senate seat while Stefany Shaheen wins 1st CD seat and Maggie Goodlander fetches a second term.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|
Brad Schneider Wins Reelection In Illinois' 10th Congressional District: AP
The Highland Park Democrat defeated Republican Carl Lambrecht and celebrated his victory Tuesday night, saying voters were ready for change.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|
Michele Clark Flips GOP-Held Illinois Senate District 33 Seat: AP
The Algonquin Democrat defeated Republican Danielle Penman, turning a seat held by Republicans for more than a decade blue.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|
Idleburg Appears Headed For Reelection In Lake County Sheriff Race
Democratic incumbent John Idleburg faced Republican challenger Roman Buchberger in the Nov. 3 general election.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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Across Illinois, IL|
Kwame Raoul Projected To Win Reelection In Illinois Attorney General Race: AP
Democratic incumbent Kwame Raoul faced Republican challenger Bob Fioretti in the Tuesday election.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|
Manhattan Beach Country Club Lease Could Bring City $1 Million More A Year
A proposed lease would boost city rent by 151%, expand club membership and allow extensions through 2082.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
Long Beach Police Deployed 4 Rifles Omitted From Military Equipment Inventories
Four rifles bought in 2014 for $28,000 were deployed during police incidents but omitted from military equipment inventories.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|
Residents Sound Alarm Over Dumping, Toxic Burning Near Chatsworth Park
Residents claim the property has been linked to illegal dumping, toxic burning and hazardous-material storage.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Underage Girl In Joliet Pursued By Man Who Drove From Pennsylvania To Bring Flowers, Plush Animal: Forfeiture
Arrested by Joliet police, Randy Linarez isn't facing child soliciting charges, instead he's facing aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Man Charged In Fairfax City Business Break-Ins Faces Additional Felony Cases
A 60-year-old man charged in two Fairfax Boulevard incidents has additional pending felony cases in Fairfax County.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
What Is Proposition 45: How Environmental Review Laws Turned Into Spending War
A celebrity campaign and millions in contributions intensify the fight over California’s environmental review law.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|
Commack Native's 9/11 Advocacy Foundation Gets Support From Hometown Pilates Studio
STRONG Pilates Commack offered free classes and pledged $39 per participating first responder to a nonprofit founded by a Commack native.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Subsidy Sought For Hinsdale Historic Home's Project
The owners want their home to match the neighborhood's character, an architect said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
'The Baby Was A Surprise To Defendant And He Was Upset About It': Prosecutors Charge Joliet Man With 2 Crimes
Joliet police took 43-year-old Luis Valencia-Vazquez into custody during his early morning Halloween aggravated battery arrest at his house.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Man Found Dead In Secaucus Parking Garage Was Ride-Share Driver
He had pulled into the parking garage Sunday morning to take a nap, and that's where he died, said the mayor.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Swastika, Pride Flag Thefts Target Temecula Church; Pastor Responds With Hope
Temecula United Methodist Church's pastor is undeterred by acts of hate, urging the community to reflect, meditate and support each other.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
New Massage Parlor To Open On Route 59 In Plainfield
Hand and Stone will take over the space on Route 59 that Massage Envy vacated when it moved locations.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Church School Plans Playground, Seeks Village OK
It will help younger children avoid skinning their knees during recess, the school said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
West Chester, PA|
Voter Who Dropped Off Ballot With Suspicious Substance In Chester Co. ID'd: DA
The FBI-ordered biohazard testing on the ballot has come back negative.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Kids On E-Bikes Seen As Halloween Decorations Vandalized In Downers Grove: Police
Residents reported seeing kids on e-bikes and surveillance footage of one incident showed kids on e-bikes hitting a Halloween decoration.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Greenwich, CT|
Here's How Election Day Is Running In Greenwich So Far
The turnout in Greenwich for a midterm election has historically been around 65 percent, according to Republican Registrar Fred DeCaro.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|
Family Never Came Back For Pip: Northport Kitty Of The Week
The 1½-year-old orange cat is affectionate, playful and full of personality, but NCRA says she needs a cat-savvy adopter.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Leader Jokingly Apologizes For Meeting Timing
A more important thing was going on during the Village Board's session.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Elementary School Principal To Return To Work Later This Week: Follow-Up
Superintendent Tim Herbert: After an investigation, Abbot-Downing Elementary School Principal Anthony Blinn will return to work on Thursday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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