Spotter AI Launches ClaimsOS to Centralize Insurance Claims Management for Freight Transportation Teams

New platform helps logistics teams move claims faster with clearer ownership, financial tracking and Slack-linked collaboration

Darien Cops Called To Fight Involving Several People

A man was cited on a charge of disorderly conduct.

🌱 Patch AM: Darien Alderman Leaving After 2 Terms, Says He'll Miss Job

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Darien Alderman Leaving After 2 Terms, Says He'll Miss Job

The alderman, who suffered a stroke earlier this year, opposed an apartment complex in his ward. His colleagues backed it.

Darien Home Invasion Suspect Battered Cop Weeks Earlier: Police

He faces several aggravated battery counts. He also broke an order of protection, according to court records.

🌱 Patch AM: Why a Darien conservative says a national watchdog smeared his name

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🌱 Patch AM: Group That Accused Darien Man Of Racist Posts In Trouble With Feds

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Group That Accused Darien Man Of Racist Posts In Trouble With Feds

The group has done good things, but it has become radicalized, the local conservative said.

🌱 Patch AM: How a tiny $239 category signals bigger Medicaid shifts in Darien

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🌱 Patch AM: How Darien police ended a tense standoff with a home invasion suspect

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🌱 Patch AM: See Video Of Shirtless Darien Home Invasion Suspect

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He paced while officers waited. After his arrest, he demanded to know the charges. "I'm in America," he said.

🌱 Patch AM: New Darien Police Chief Nominated, Replacing Retiring Leader

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New Darien Police Chief Nominated, Replacing Retiring Leader

"I am excited to lead the finest police department there is," the nominee said.

Man Accused Of Trespassing Twice At Same Darien Business

In another case, a man sleeping behind the wheel smelled of alcohol, police said.

Central, South Teaming Up With Tech Giant On AI

A top official viewed scrutiny of the deal as healthy. "AI is a new space," he said.

Hinsdale District 86 Mulls Tax Hike For $39M In Projects

Nearly half of the money would go toward one project at Central. It's been talked about for years.

Darien Flooding Solution May Hurt Willowbrook: Officials

Burr Ridge and Willowbrook are the area's low spots. A regional stormwater plan is being pushed.

Darien Man Admits Breaking Into Cars In His Neighborhood: Police

He jumped out of a window while trying to get away from an officer, authorities said.

Darien Man Charged With Burglary, Attempted Trespassing

He was taken to the DuPage County Jail.

Darien Home Invasion Suspect Upset About Grandmother's Home: Police

His father described his son as "very intelligent" and said his son's grandmother died a few years ago, according to the police report.

Pacing Woman In Darien Draws Attention, Arrested

A worker pointed an officer to the woman, who was later taken to jail, police said.

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.

Darien Home Invasion Suspect To Be Jailed Until Trial

Police detail their case against the man, who is accused of injuring a homeowner during the invasion.

Darien Firefighter Hears Loud Thud On Bay Doors; Man Arrested

In another case, a man was charged with returning to a business where he had been banned, police said.

Darien Home Invasion Suspect Arrested After Hours Of Negotiations: Cops

The victim was taken to the hospital and later released, Darien police said.

Historic Building Demolition Described As 'Very Disappointing'

A resident suggests a waiting period and notice requirements for major teardowns.

RV In Driveway? Split Darien Council Says No

The city should avoid opening "a can of worms," an alderman said.

Darien School Boundaries Split Friends; Parents Want Choice

But Darien officials say the lines are unlikely to change. Money was cited as a factor.

Darien Residents Reeling From Flooding Plead For Action

"We're already well beyond what insurance covered," one resident said.

Darien Resident's RV Sparks Opposition, May Be Rejected

The city says an RV in the driveway violates the local code. The homeowner is seeking an exception.

Darien Chain Restaurant Wants Electronic Sign, Seeks Exception To Rules

Other towns allow such signs. Darien is considering doing the same.

Darien Historic Building Teardown Defended

The decision was not made lightly, the Society of Mount Carmel said.

Road Rage At Darien Gas Station; Man Grabs Another's Arm

It started when a car almost struck another at the station, police said.

Darien Store Now Has Power After 3 Days Without

Only a tiny fraction of ComEd customers are still affected.

Goddard School Darien Pre-K Students Read 1,000 Books!

Congratulations to the Pre-K students at Goddard School Darien,

Darien Pool Hall Still Appears To Be In Works

A renovation seems to have started. A gym formerly occupied the space.

Darien Religious Building To Be Torn Down: City

The neighboring church said it had no input in the matter. The building was constructed in the early 1900s.

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Downers Grove Township Tax Hike For Mental Health On Ballot

The money would go for mental health and substance abuse services. The township says a growing gap between needs and resources exists.