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Palatine, IL|
Mass Shooting Plot At Hindu Temple Thwarted After Coworker Warns Police: FBI
Investigators traced a Palatine teen's SUV to an Aurora Hindu temple but have not confirmed whether his rifle malfunctioned.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Enfield Sets November Leaf Pickup Schedule
Collection weeks depend on your regular trash day, with up to 40 brown leaf bags accepted.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Busted By Joliet: Public Utilities Deputy Director Had His Free Fuel Key Suspended By City For Misuse In 2025
Tony Anczer became Joliet's deputy director of engineering in 2021. City manager Beth Beatty's administration also made him repay the city.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Public Safety Committee Reviews 4 Building Plans, Targets November Cost Estimates
Ridgefield officials review four police and fire facility plans, approve an estimating contract and face a tight November deadline.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Windsor, CT|
Windsor Explores New Uses For Broad Street Grants
The town manager says federal funding was extended into 2027. Republicans want residents involved before new plans advance.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
North Hills, PA|
Bellevue House Tour 2026 To Spotlight Homes, Former Churches, Businesses
The upcoming Bellevue House Tour in the North Hills has something for everyone. Get the details here.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Downers Grove Tattoo Artist Harassed Female Client Who Went Elsewhere: Police
He called her a "c--t," among other things, on Facebook, police said. He was arrested last week in the 2011 case.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Detectives Investigating Carjacking In Shirley On Monday Night: Police
It happened at around 8 p.m. on Montauk Highway, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Hate Crimes Investigating Theft At Catholic Church In Mastic Beach: Police
It happened in the early hours of Tuesday, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|
Milwaukee Man Shot By Police During Arrest Pleads Guilty To Sexually Assaulting Alsip Boy, Sentenced 15 Years
The boy and the 21-year-old Milwaukee man had apparently been conversing for three years on Discord, court documents said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
New Mount Laurel Facility Aims To Boost Skilled-Workers Throughout State
Electrical, HVACR, and construction craft labor are among the most sought after fields of study.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Windham, NH|
Salem Woman Arrested On 2nd DUI Charge In Windham
Rachel Elizabeth Higginbottom was arrested on Oct. 5 after an incident at a dental office on Delahunty Road.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Long Beach, CA|
Long Beach Moves To Tighten Nitrous Oxide Sales Restrictions
Council members approved a plan to close retail loopholes, strengthen enforcement and protect legitimate commercial uses.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Darien Library Employee Placed On Leave Amid Investigation Into Viral TikTok Video
The library has retained an independent law firm to conduct "a full and comprehensive review..." a top official said.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
2 Pedestrians Hurt In Crashes Hours Apart In Brookhaven Town On Monday: Police
They were taken to area hospitals for treatment, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Popular Dessert Chain Opens New Norwalk Location
The new bakery recently opened in Norwalk, offering customers a wide selection of cakes and more.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
Industrial Warehouse On Rot Farm Gets Approval Following Vote That Stalled Project In August
An industrial warehouse spanning 1.2 million square feet will be constructed at the northwest corner of Ridge and Johnson roads.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Westwood-Hillsdale, NJ|
Restaurant Run By 'Real Housewives Of NJ' Star Gia Giudice Opens In Westwood: See Video
A restaurant run by the "Real Housewives of NJ" stars has opened in Bergen County. See a video of their celebration.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Police Sgt. Bill Otis Returns To Duty 10 Months After Sexual Assault Allegation From Plainfield Woman
Both Otis and the Plainfield woman were represented by different attorneys and the woman's order of protection was dismissed last week.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Potomac, MD|
Men's Grooming Salon Hammer & Nails Sets Opening Date For 2nd MoCo Shop
An upscale men's grooming salon is expanding in Montgomery County, with plans for its second opening next week.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Across America, US|
The Scary Cost Of Candy For Trick-Or-Treating 2026
As candy prices soar, some households rethink what they’ll hand out to trick-or-treaters. Candy corn and even potatoes may have a moment.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
This $80M Lenox Hill Mansion Could Break NYC Record
Built for a banker in 1902, the East 70th Street property later served as a private garage before becoming a 20-room home.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|
After 5 Years Surviving Outdoors, LI Cat Hopes For A Place To Call Home
Shelter staff said he deserves a home where he feels safe and loved after "surviving on his own for so long."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|
Evanston-Skokie District 65 Proposes 2 More School Closures, 200+ Job Cuts
The proposal calls for about $20 million in cuts, two school closures and districtwide staffing changes by 2028.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
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New York City, NY|
Hollywood Typecast Black Latinas. This NYC Actress Built Her Own Stage
A grassroots theater movement is opening doors for overlooked performers.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
True-Crime TV Producer Added To FBI's Most-Wanted Fraudsters List In $30M Heiress Scam: FBI
The woman is accused of posing as an heiress in order to bilk banks in Los Angeles and Orange counties out of millions of dollars.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|
Driver Charged With Murder In Fatal Manhattan Beach Crash That Killed Woman, 24
Prosecutors filed five criminal counts after the four-vehicle collision that killed Danielle Antich and injured several others.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Arson Squad Detectives Investigating 6-Alarm Mastic Beach House Fire: Officials
No one was hurt, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Basking Ridge, NJ|
Basking Ridge Board Of Education Hears Concerns Over William Annin Middle School Lunch Time
Speakers urged the board to restore more student lunch time and explain how the schedule review will be decided.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Hollywood, CA|
Sinkhole Swallows Spectrum Van Amid Water Main Break In Los Feliz
A Spectrum van became trapped in a sinkhole Wednesday afternoon as water flooded an intersection, prompting road closures.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord City Council Approves $1.2 Million To Design An Upgraded Memorial Field
On a 12-3 vote, councilors accepted $600,000 from SAU 8, the Concord School District, and matched it to proceed with permitting and design.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
Lacey Township Police Promote 3 Officers
Chief Paul Sullivan Jr. said the promotions will help the department continue building its staff and supervision.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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Peabody, MA|
Peabody Superintendent, Essex Tech Clash Over Admissions Policy
Superintendent Josh Vadala called the rescinded admissions to 22 Peabody students "a serious breach in ethical standards."
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Huntington Homeschooled Teen Earns National Merit Honor
A Huntington homeschooled senior has earned national academic recognition while already completing 36 college credits.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|
'World's Largest Drive-Through Light Show' Coming To Orland Park For The Holidays
World of Illumination's "Cosmic Sleighride Christmas" comes to Orland Square Mall Nov. 13 through Jan. 3.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|
Pair Robs ATM Technician At Gunpoint Servicing Machine In Bedford Park: FBI
The robbers were toting an AR-style pistol with an extended magazine, the FBI said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Havre de Grace, MD|
649 Harford Co. Students Faced Homelessness Last Year, Council Considers Commission
Harford Co. leaders consider a 21-member commission to address homelessness. Almost 650 HCPS students faced housing insecurity last year.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|
Indoor Golf Club With 200 Courses Coming To Upper West Side
Golf v.2 plans to open a 2,500-square-foot simulator studio near Columbus Circle this fall, with lessons and programs for kids and adults.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Southampton, NY|
Newly Shaped 'Great Gatsby' Sheds Insight Into Life Today: 'Theater Is As Important As It's Ever Been'
"This is the 'Gatsby' story that needs to be told." — Michael Disher on his version of "The Great Gatsby," unfolding in Southampton soon.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Missing Bryce Hospital Patient Found Safe Following Brief Search In Tuscaloosa
A Bryce Hospital patient was located Wednesday morning following a brief search involving multiple law enforcement agencies.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
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