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Jersey City, NJ|
'Death Investigation' Underway In Downtown Jersey City: Prosecutor
A person was found dead in a historic section of downtown Jersey City.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Head-On Crash Sends 2 Drivers To Hospital In Bridgewater
A Honda Pilot crossed the double yellow centerline on Mountain Avenue on Wednesday and hit a Kia head-on, said Bridgewater Police.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
84 Townhomes Planned For La Grange; Neighbor Meeting Set
The developer has experience in town. The company completed a local project a few years ago.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Feds Seek Center Cass Records In 'Gender Ideology' Investigation
The inquiry's announcement got a burst of publicity months ago, but little attention since then.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Tuscaloosa, AL|
Fresh Testimony Sheds Light On NYT Reporting Ahead Of Story On UA Basketball Player Kai Spears
Here's our in-depth courtroom coverage from the defamation case brought against the New York Times by a former UA basketball player.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
New Petition Calls For Release Of Former Tide Basketball Player Charged With Capital Murder
A new online petition is calling for the release of former University of Alabama basketball player Darius Miles
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Stiff Opposition, Few Obstacles Met By Gallaher 'Hudson Street' Development
Residents challenged a senior housing plan’s height, affordability, traffic, noise, and neighborhood impacts Tuesday night.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Pesticide, Herbicide Used By The City Will Be Reviewed By Temecula Subcommittee
It's been a long time coming for this Temecula group, "Toxin Free Temecula," which is intent on making the city safer for everyone.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Shorewood, IL|
Will County Forest Preserve Police Investigate Death Of Man Found At Hammel Woods
Forest Preserve police officers made the grim discovery on Saturday night after it was dark outside.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Housing Meetings Under Question; Attorney General Reviewing Matter
A resident filed an open meetings complaint. The village says the committee is informal and doesn't fall under state rules.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Teacher Becky Kazecki's Murder: Will Judge Grant Husband Over 8 Years To Prepare For Trial?
Under the old cash bail system, one of Will County's Republican judges, Ben Braun, gave the first-degree murder defendant a lower bail.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|
Free Alameda Water Shuttle Out Of Service Until At Least Next Week: Officials
The popular shuttle is experiencing mechanical issues, city officials said. Find out when it's expected to return.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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Westfield, NJ|
Westfield Unveils Quimby Street Redesign Plan With Flexible Street Use
The proposal calls for a one-way, curbless Quimby Street with flexible event space and a summer 2027 target.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|
Father Pfleger Faces 'Storm Within' As Archdiocese Officials Meet To Review Latest Child Sex Abuse Claim
The Archdiocese of Chicago's Independent Review Board will meet Saturday to review the latest sex abuse claim against Fr. Michael Pfleger.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Back-To-School Costs Rise, And It’s Not Just Pencils And Notebooks: Survey
Back-to-school costs are taking a bigger bite out of family budgets; some parents are taking extreme measures, like gambling, to cover them.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Troy, MI|
Plans For Troy's First County Park Move Forward
Oakland County Parks announced that it has finalized the purchase of Turtle Woods. County officials also approved the park's concept plan.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|
Steven Schwally Sentenced To 25 Years To Life In Deadly Deer Park Nail Salon Crash
A judge said Steven Schwally showed “depraved indifference” as victims’ families and survivors delivered emotional testimony.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|
Orange Police Report 41 Arrests, 68 Citations and More Than 3,100 Calls for Service In July
Orange police reported 41 arrests, 68 traffic citations and 3,106 calls for service in July at an Aug. 10 meeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison P&Z Approves School Demolitions, Sets Dates For Upcoming Public Hearings
Commissioners advance campus work while scheduling reviews for 18 homes, a redemption center and other proposals.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Marple Newtown, PA|
Police Recount Newtown Resident's Pool Party After Social Media Fueled Rumors Of Crime
The homeowner was given a notice of violation — but not for a criminal matter, officials said.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
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North Hills, PA|
Ross Park Mall Marking Landmark Anniversary
Find out here how Pittsburgh's premier shopping destination will mark the landmark moment.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh Shopping Mall Marking Landmark Anniversary
Find out here how a premier Pittsburgh shopping destination will mark the landmark moment.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
What Losing Work Authorization Could Mean For NYC Labor
From staffing shortages to workplace concerns, TPS termination could affect businesses and essential services across the city.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|
Fairfax County Man Faces Federal Carjacking, Kidnapping Charges In Herndon Case
Fairfax County man faces federal charges after an alleged Herndon abduction and chase spanning Virginia, D.C. and Maryland.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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West Orange, NJ|
Car Hits Pedestrian Near McDonald’s In West Orange; Police Investigation Continues
The pedestrian suffered serious injuries, police said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Tesla Driver Claims Car Stopped Abruptly In Route 22 Fatal Crash In Bridgewater: Police
A 91-year-old Bridgewater Army veteran was killed in the Route 22 crash on May 31 in Bridgewater.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Small-Town Suburban Mayor Buys Car With Campaign Money
He pulled in more than $500,000 in campaign donations over the last year.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|
As Trump Heads To Long Island Friday, A Look Back At President's Past Highly-Publicized Visits
Trump has visited LI to blast gang violence, host a rally, and attend fundraisers — sparking excitement, support, protests, traffic woes.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Wrong-Way I-55 Motorist From Wilmington Who Killed Married Couple Marks 3 Years Awaiting Trial: Prosecutors
In the spring of 2025, Chuck Bretz took over as defense counsel after Michael Trinka could not get along with his Chicago law firm.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Great Island Committee To Review Paving, Infrastructure Costs At Special Meeting
Here's what to expect at the upcoming Great Island Parking Design Committee meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Plainfield Brewery Opens Amid Power Outage, Asks Customers To Bring Lamps
Two businesses, located in the same building in Plainfield, had their operations affected Wednesday by a power outage.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Beach Tag Proposal For Free Jersey Shore Beach Moves Forward
Officials estimated that the tag program could bring in about $230,000 in additional revenue.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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Elmhurst, IL|
An Epic Political Flip-Flop? Elmhurst Park Official Says No
An official took a seeming stand on a controversial issue, but later said his recommendation was procedural.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|
Black-Owned Bookstore To Host First-Ever 'Voices Of Harlem' Gala
The October fundraiser for Sister's Uptown Bookstore & Cultural Center will honor leaders in literature, education and community service.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|
Bonded Brothers Are Ready For Their Forever Home After Long Journey
Tabby boys Purdue and Swatara are ready for a forever home, with Swatara's adorable white markings giving him a smiley, puzzled look.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Finance Board Reviews School Cuts, Stronger Town Finances And Budget Forecast
East Lyme officials reviewed school cuts, stronger town finances, the old police station and plans for long-term budgeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Northbrook, IL|
Kosher Food Stand Draws Hundreds At Northbrook Days
Chabad at Northbrook's Yalla! stand combined kosher food with Jewish traditions and community outreach.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Arrest At CVS Pharmacy On Caton Farm Road As Teenager Refuses To Leave Store: Joliet Police
A Bolingbrook resident, 19-year-old Alexander Forest refused to leave and began walking further into the store, Joliet police said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
South Orange, NJ|
Pierro Gallery Will Highlight Career Of South Orange Artist Next Month
The exhibition highlights eight decades of artistic creativity.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Suspicious Car On River Bend Lane Draws Joliet Police Attention, Man From Georgia Taken To Jail: Cops
The driver initially declined to identify himself and indicated that he did not require police assistance.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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