Across Virginia, VA|News|
Navy Member Charged With Espionage In VA, Japan
The Navy officer is accused of delivering classified information to a foreign government while in Hampton Roads, among other offenses.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
- Saint Paul, MN
Anna is a breaking news editor for Patch and is based in St. Paul, Minnesota.
She started her career in journalism at Patch in 2011, before going on to work for several local news organizations in the Chicago area, including the Chicago Tribune and The Herald-News of Joliet. Anna returned to Patch in 2019 and spent three years reporting on communities in Connecticut. She now covers breaking news for Patch across the western and midwestern U.S.
To contact Anna, email anna.schier@patch.com.
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San Diego, CA|News|
Military Sailor Charged With Espionage; Case In San Diego Naval Court
The officer is accused of delivering classified information to a citizen and employee of a foreign government, among other offenses.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
Do Tesla Cybertrucks Rust In The Rain? Lead Engineer Defends Vehicles
After some owners of the new truck, which retails for up to nearly $100,000, complained of rust, a Tesla engineer refuted their claims.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Plane With Wing Damage Lands Mid-Flight En Route To Boston
“The wing is partially coming apart, it was shaking so hard I just can’t believe it," one passenger told media outlet KDVR.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Plane With Wing Damage Lands Mid-Flight After Leaving San Francisco
“The wing is partially coming apart, it was shaking so hard I just can’t believe it," one passenger told media outlet KDVR.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Elon Musk Nominated For Nobel Peace Prize: Reports
Other 2024 Nobel contenders include repeat-nominee former president Donald Trump and journalist Julian Assange, according to Politico.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
'Trash, Needles and Human Waste': CA's Plan To Fight Homeless Camps
The bill would prohibit camping within 500 feet of schools, open spaces and transit stops, as well as on streets if shelter is available.
Anna Schier and Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Firework Caused Explosion At OC Shopping Center; 1 Arrested: Police
The shopping center was closed and drivers were advised to use alternate routes for much of Tuesday afternoon.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|News|
14-Year-Old Driver Kills 1 In Stolen Car Crash: Police
Three teens were involved in the fiery overnight crash, which killed a passenger, believed to be 14, according to police and media reports.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
84-Year-Old Woman Killed In Fire At Senior Apartment Complex
Several others were injured, including a 74-year-old woman who was in critical condition, according to Nassau County police.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|News|
Woman 'Lost Everything' In Sterling Explosion That Killed Firefighter
A GoFundMe has been started for Kelley Woods, whose house exploded Friday, killing a Loudoun County firefighter and injuring 12 people.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Burnsville, MN|News|
2 Officers, Firefighter Killed By Barricaded Burnsville Gunman: Police
Two 27-year-old officers and a 40-year-old firefighter and paramedic were killed responding to a barricade overnight, officials said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Auto Insurance Spikes 30 Percent For Allstate Customers In CA
Some customers will see their rates rise 10 percent while others’ rates will spike up to 55 percent, the San Francisco Chronicle reported.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Los Gatos, CA|News|
Raging Waters May Reopen; New Plan Includes Food Trucks, Wine Garden
The San Jose waterpark could reopen under a new operator after it closed, seemingly permanently, last season.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Detroit, MI|News|
Maggots Fall On Woman From Overhead Bag, Forcing Flight To Turn Around
A flight from Amsterdam to Detroit turned back after maggots from a rotten fish stored in an overhead bin fell on a woman, reports said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
$86M Payout Benefits CA Delta Staffers As Part Of $1B Profit-Sharing
Delta Air Lines said its workers received a check that is worth more than a month's pay Wednesday as part of a $1.4 billion payout.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
$110M Payout Benefits MI Delta Staffers As Part Of $1B Profit-Sharing
Delta Air Lines said its workers received a check that is worth more than a month's pay Wednesday as part of a $1.4 billion payout.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Man Wins $1 Million In IL Lotto 3 Days After Breakup With Girlfriend
“You can say I haven’t had much luck in the love department but that’s alright because now I really hit the jackpot!”
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
4-Year-Old Twins Killed In Murder-Suicide Where Man Shot Wife: Reports
The husband shot his wife in the bathtub and then shot himself, sources told KTVU. The boys had no sign of trauma, NBC Bay Area reported.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
West Palm Beach, FL|News|
Gunfire Reported At The Gardens, Mall Closed As Police Investigate
The incident was not an active shooter event and does not appear to be a random shooting, according to authorities.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
