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Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Woman Dies After Crashing Into House At Rural Grundy County Intersection: Sheriff Briley Announces
The fatality victim was found in the blue car. The woman was traveling alone, the sheriff said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|
Grayslake H.S. Students Face Cell Phone Restrictions Under School Policy
Phones must be stored during class, while limited use is allowed during lunch and in designated areas under the school’s current policy.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Hatboro Borough Council Blasted Over Fiscal Transparency
A resident complained to the Hatboro Borough Council at Monday night's meeting that promises of budget updates were never delivered.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Arlington Heights Board Weighs How Much Public Comment Belongs In Meeting Minutes
A resident argued that abbreviated minutes could omit important viewpoints, while village officials said the record is intended to summarize
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
Untagged Clams, Pesticide And Dirty Ice Machine: Fairfax Restaurant Inspections
Fairfax inspections from July 2-17 cited untagged clams, pesticide, sanitizer labeling and a dirty ice machine.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|
Kosher Concession Stand Makes Debut At Jewish Community Day Event
Chabad of Bowie will set up a kosher concession stand Sunday at the Chesapeake Baysox Jewish Community Day at the ballfield.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Octogenarian Faced Multiple DUI Charges: Arthur Vidmar Has Died, Will County's Judges Notified
The Will County State's Attorney's Office had filed a petition seeking to deny pretrial release under the SAFE-T-Act against Arthur Vidmar.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Equestrian Store Fading Into History — Along With Rest Of The Chain
Dover Saddlery is fading into history at the end of the week.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
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Manchester, CT|
Manchester Equestrian Store Fading Into History — Along With Rest Of The Chain
Dover Saddlery is fading into history at the end of the week.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Health Department Orders Closure Of Pittsburgh Restaurant
Many corrective actions must be taken before the Allegheny County Health Department allows this Pittsburgh eatery to reopen.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Media, PA|
Café Closes In Media, But A New Breakfast And Lunch Spot Will Take Its Place
The building has long housed Media restaurants, with On A Roll serving diners for 3 decades before Rivalry Cafe's short stint.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Lawmaker Mum On Speaker's Handling Of Sexual Harassment Allegations
The speaker-led committee gave $1.4 million to Marti Deuter's campaign in 2024.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Buffalo Grove, IL|
Big Blue Swim School Reopens In Buffalo Grove After Renovations
The McHenry Road swim school refreshed its pool decks, lobby, changing areas and reception space.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Red Light Cameras Mulled In Horsham Township
Horsham Township Council heard a presentation from Police Chief Scott Fida about the effectiveness of the cameras in other communities.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|
'Constant Oversight' Planned Over Bensalem School Finances
With the Bensalem school budget approved, school directors will take measures to prevent another "severe financial crisis."
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
iPads For Kindergartners? Elmhurst Parents Say No
Parents push back against increased screentime for students. The school board remains silent.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Sachem, NY|
Jeep Catches Fire After Striking Trailer Pulled By Pickup Truck In Selden: Police
No one was hurt, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst School Official Declines To Back Principal Recruiter
He previously had qualms with hiring interim principals for a year.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|
Murrieta Exploring Major Expansion Of Its Boundaries, Part Of French Valley Eyed
The city is conducting a feasibility study for the possible annexation of up to 3,884 acres of unincorporated county land.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Vote On Dutch Bros. Proposal Delayed In Downers Grove
The vote is now set for the Sept. 8 village meeting.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Tuscaloosa, AL|
Jurors Hear Video Testimony From Brandon Miller In New York Times Defamation Trial
Jurors heard testimony in a video deposition taken by former Crimson Tide basketball star Brandon Miller on Tuesday.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Vermont Man, Formerly Homeless In Concord, Arrested On Rape Charge After Incident At The Gardens
James Martin was arrested in July, accused of raping a woman who lent him a couch to sleep on at the Concord Gardens in January 2025.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
This Long Beach High School Ranked Among Top 50 In California
U.S. News & World Report's 2026-27 Best High Schools ranking includes several in Los Angeles County.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|
License Plate Cameras Face New Scrutiny In Rancho Palos Verdes
At least two local HOAs have been sued over automated license plate readers as city officials examine privacy and legal concerns.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Rockville, MD|
MoCo Rescue Eyes Mobile ‘Pup-Up’ Adoption Events
Hal Horenberg is launching mobile "pup-up" events to help dogs meet potential adopters in a calmer setting.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Ditmas Park-Flatbush, NY|
New Mini-Soccer Pitch Opens At Brooklyn’s JHS 62 Ditmas
The pitches are intended to expand access to soccer across the five boroughs.
David Luces, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
'Basic Planning Failure' For Lyons Township High South Campus Construction
The school displaced athletic infrastructure without a plan for where to move it, a neighbor said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
New Owner Of Hoboken McDonald's Restaurant Plans To Make Changes
Not everyone dreams of having a McJob, but this North Jersey man did. Now he owns a McDonald's at 32.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Bay Shore, NY|
'They Will Come To You': Lone Star Ticks Spread West In Suffolk
Suffolk officials say tick-borne diseases are rising as Lone Star ticks expand farther west across the county.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
East Hampton, NY|
Aircraft 'Clips Wing' Of Another Parked Plane At East Hampton Airport: PD
There was damage to both wings but no injuries, police say.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
The Long Beach City Council Meets Tuesday, See What’s On The Agenda
The Long Beach City Council is meeting Tuesday night, read below for a look through the evening’s agenda.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Boy, 16, Fires His Loaded 9mm Gun During FaceTime Call: Joliet Police File 4 Criminal Charges
Further investigation determined that the handgun had previously been reported stolen, Joliet police revealed.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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St. Pete, FL|
Primary Election Day Brings Mixed Energy to Tampa Bay Polls
Voters across FL, including the Tampa Bay area, are heading to the polls for the 2026 primary elections on Aug. 18.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|
Free Lake Fest To Bring Music, Food And Family Fun To Mundelein
The inaugural event will feature a Wonder Lake Ski Team performance, live music, food vendors and kids’ activities at The Landing.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
GLP-1s Being Cut From Lyons Township High Insurance
It was seen as a way to counter the rapid rise in the school's benefit costs.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
Overnight Closures Coming To Major SoCal Freeway: What Long Beach Drivers Should Know
Lane, ramp and connector closures are planned for several nights as Caltrans works on a $34 million rehabilitation project.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Highland Park, IL|
Highland Park OKs Construction Company For Permanent Place Of Remembrance
Council approved construction management services as the city advances the permanent remembrance project.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|
Honeymoon Is Looking For A Forever Home After Arriving From NJ Shelter
The sweet 4-year-old cat is hoping to trade her shelter stay for a cozy home.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
Colonia Woman Recovering After She Was Attacked By A Pit Bull
A neighbor heard the woman screaming and ran out to help. He said the woman was on the ground and the dog continued to bite her.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
37,000-Square-Foot Pickleball Club To Open In Windsor
Boston Pickle Club’s first Connecticut location will feature 12 indoor courts, a full-service bar, outdoor patio and event space.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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