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Joliet, IL|
Fairlane Drive's Gunshot Murder: Jailed Relative Accepts Will County State's Attorneys Plea Bargain Offer
During an argument, Jakeem Williams retrieved a handgun from his bedroom and shot his father, Joliet police said back in 2023.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
Windsor Softball Tournament Puts Women In Charge
Thirty-five women umpires will officiate the two-day tournament at Fastpitch Nation Park. Admission is free.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|
Second North Shore City Mayor Proposes Data Center Ban
The Beverly zoning ordinance would put a one-year moratorium on permits for any planned data centers in the city.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Milford, MA|
‘It’s A Blessing’: Milford Woman Defies Odds After Double Lung Transplant
Carmen Camacho once wondered whether a donor match would arrive in time, and is now using her second chance to advocate for organ donation.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
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Madison, CT|
Madison Wetlands Agency Tables Long Shore Lane, Race Hill Road Proposals; Approves 2 Projects
Officials seek additional environmental studies, review subdivision plans and authorize tree removal and home expansion.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Council Candidate Spotlight: Ashley Oelsen
Part 4 of 12: Patch speaks with Ashley Oelsen as candidates make their case for three Santa Monica City Council seats this November.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
Galactic Getaway Brings Free Rocket Exhibit To Fremont Main Library
"Sparking that curiosity is the most satisfying thing I've ever been part of," the exhibit's creator said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Land Acquisition Commission To Discuss Open Space Funding, 80 Congress Street
Fairfield's Land Acquisition Commission will discuss open space funding and 80 Congress St. at its Oct. 13 meeting.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Fremont, CA|
Meet Keith Parker, Your Fremont District 2 Candidate
Three council seats are up for grabs in the upcoming election.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
Costumed Pets, Halloween Run And Spooky Skate Coming To Northbrook
Park District events begin Oct. 16, with costume contests, family activities and a chance to bring four-legged friends into the Halloween fu
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|
Bolingbrook Vehicle Stickers Won't Return With IKEA's Relocation: Village
The Mayor said IKEA's 27-acre property is owned by IKEA, and the Village looks forward to 'opening a dialogue' about property plans.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Selectpersons Approve Public Safety Committee's Revised Charge, Review School Space Request
Ridgefield selectpersons approved a revised public safety facilities review and discussed school space, leaf blowers and $26,486 in funds.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Newtown, PA|
New Manager Unanimously Appointed By Newtown Borough Council
Following the vote, the mayor administered the oath of office to the borough's new administrative manager from Lower Makefield.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|
Q&A: Meet Jonathan Mullis, Manatee County School Board District 5 Candidate
Jonathan Mullis is running against Camden Bedinghaus for the Manatee County School Board District 5 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach, CA|
Couple Speaks Out After Woman Hurls Racial Comments During Mariachi Proposal In Laguna Beach
The incident at a Laguna Beach Park was captured on video this past weekend and has since then gone viral online.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Mass. Man Faces Rape And Other Charges, Accused Of Attacking A Concord Woman In Her Apartment
The victim accused Christopher Hogan of Tyngsboro, MA, of attacking her and reportedly provided police with several videos of the incident.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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New Lenox, IL|
'Going To Be A Murder Scene': New Lenox Man Refused To Leave Home, Claimed He Gave Child Gun, Prosecutors Say
Nickolas Svehla, 49, was arrested Monday after a multi-hour standoff at his Sky Harbor home in New Lenox. He appeared in court Tuesday.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Chelsea, NY|
Bun Mee Opens First NYC Location In Manhattan
Bun Mee was inspired by the founder's Vietnamese heritage, her mother’s recipes and New York’s sandwich culture.
David Luces, Patch Staff
The Haddams-Killingworth, CT|
Killingworth P&Z Backs Sale Of Two Town-Owned Beaver Dam Road Lots
Killingworth P&Z voted 5-0 to endorse selling two town-owned Beaver Dam Road lots and held a shed proposal for more information.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|
Q&A: Meet Jimmy Glover, Sarasota County School Board District 1 Candidate
Jimmy Glover is running against Heidi Brandt for the Sarasota County School Board District 1 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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Sarasota, FL|
Q&A: Meet Heidi Brandt, Sarasota County School Board District 1 Candidate
Heidi Brandt is running against Jimmy Glover for the Sarasota County School Board District 1 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
Long Beach Council Votes To Restrict Public Comment At Meetings
Most comments would be moved into a 90-minute period near the beginning of meetings under an ordinance approved 6-3 Tuesday.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|
PopUp Bagels To Open New Location In Times Square
The Times Square location will introduce two NYC-inspired offerings.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
LI 1-Year-Old Leads 'Baby Of The Year' Group As Voting Deadline Nears
Jasper Pulice is in first place in his group, with the winner set to receive $25,000 and national exposure.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Bethwood, CT|
Bethany Wetlands Commission Approves 3-Lot Amity Road Subdivision Plans With Conditions
Bethany wetlands officials approved revised plans for a three-lot Amity Road subdivision 5-0, subject to engineering review.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Nashua, NH|
Nashua Charter School Hit With Threat Scare Monday; Juvenile In Newburyport MA Arrested On Charges
FBI and Newburyport, Massachusetts, police arrested a juvenile on Wednesday on bomb threat-hijack threat and serious public alarm charges.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|
Salem Halloween 2026: How To Best Enjoy The Witch City This Spooky Holiday Season
Salem is expected to draw more than 1 million visitors through a Saturday night Halloween this year.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|
'Always Smiling' Oak Forest Boy Vying For $25K Baby Of The Year Title, Spot In National Ad Campaign
Jace Doyle, 6 months, is competing in a nationwide Baby Of The Year contest. He's "been smiling since the day he was born," his mom says.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Aurora, IL|
1 Hurt In Aggravated Domestic Battery On Half Moon Circle: Aurora Police
The incident began on West Galena Boulevard and led Aurora police to the 200 block of Half Moon Circle, officials said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|
Mokena Toddler Vying For $25,000 Baby Of The Year Title, Spotlight In National Ad Campaign
River Nebel, 1, is competing in a nationwide Baby Of The Year contest. She's adored by all who meet her, and her eyelashes steal the show.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Ship Of Fools, A UES Sports Bar, Is Making A Comeback After Closing A Decade Ago
A late-night institution is returning to the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|
'Our Family Is Not Complete:' Oyster Bay Family Desperate For Missing Puppy's Return
The Schadler family is begging for their 8-month-old puppy Finn to be brought home after he went missing in Ridge in September.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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Stamford, CT|
Stamford Planning Board To Hear Capital Budget Presentations From 8 Organizations
Here's a preview of the upcoming Stamford Planning Board meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
Fire Breaks Out In Bordentown Backyard, Officials Say
Warped siding can be seen on a neighbor's home along Crosswicks Road.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Barrio Burrito Bar Opens 1st NJ Location In Bridgewater
Barrio Burrito Bar serves made-to-order burritos, bowls, tacos, and more.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
6 Inland Empire Bookstores Hosting October Book Clubs, Author Events And More
From Temecula and Murrieta to Redlands, and from bookstores to libraries, here are National Book Month events to add to your calendar.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Fort Greene-Clinton Hill, NY|
Atlantic Terminal to Host Free Fall Fest This Weekend
The event will feature Brooklyn’s largest free urban pumpkin patch.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Beverly Hills, CA|
Meet David Cienfuegos, Candidate For Beverly Hills Unified School District Board
David Cienfuegos told Patch why he should be elected to the Board of Education. The general election is on Nov. 3, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Secaucus Holds Oct. 13 Meeting With CoreSite, Equinix Data Centers And Town Residents
Here are some questions the town should ask at that meeting, says one tech expert.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Westfield Supports State Bill On Lower Speed Limits In Pedestrian Areas
Council backed legislation aimed at helping towns lower speeds in school zones and other high-pedestrian areas.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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