Chicago, IL|News|
Massive Airbnb Scam Targeted Chicago Travelers, Authorities Say
A man believed to have spun a web of lies while making millions off of travelers using rental platforms has been charged, authorities said.
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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Across California, CA|News|
Massive Scam Targeted CA Travelers, Authorities Say
A man believed to have spun a web of lies while making millions off of travelers using rental platforms has been charged, authorities said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Gender Neutral Toy Sections Required In Some Stores Under New CA Law
The law was approved in 2021 but went into effect on Jan. 1.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Bridgeport, CT|News|
Guns Seized, Man Arrested In Bridgeport Police Operation: Authorities
More arrests were anticipated, police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
Driver Hits Utility Pole, Car In DUI Crash: Naugatuck Police
The 20-year-old driver, who appeared intoxicated, fled on foot and was apprehended after a brief pursuit, police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Jersey City, NJ|News|
Jersey City Man Charged In Violent CT Home Invasion: Police
People were home when five men from out of state came to their door, police said, adding the victims were either zip-tied or hit with a gun.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Middletown, CT|News|
5 Charged After Violent Home Invasion, Crash: Middletown Police
People were home when the men from out of state came to their door, police said, adding the victims were either zip-tied or hit with a gun.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Man Charged In Burger King Killing: Des Plaines Police
Antonio Solorio is charged with first-degree murder, police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|News|
1 Killed, 5 Hurt In Strip Mall Shooting: Reports
A woman died and five others were hospitalized after the overnight shooting in Hawthorne, reports said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Agoura Hills, CA|News|
84-Year-Old Woman Killed In Apparent Hit-And-Run: Police
The woman was found overnight in the parking lot of an apartment complex in Thousand Oaks, according to the Ventura County Sheriff's Office.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|News|
Bloody And Violent Orca Attack Witnessed Near Palos Verdes
Killer whales commonly found in the waters surrounding Mexico have made a rare journey north to prey on dolphins this holiday season.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Bloody And Violent Orca Attacks Witnessed Along Southern CA Coast
Killer whales commonly found in the waters surrounding Mexico have made a rare journey north to prey on dolphins this holiday season.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Champaign, IL|News|
Illinois' Terrence Shannon Jr. Charged With Rape, Suspended
The top NBA prospect was arrested this week and is accused of committing rape in Lawrence, Kansas, earlier in the year, officials said.
Anna Schier and Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
'Cave Home' For Sale In RivCo Features Rocks, Plants And Eagles
The home includes a Stone Age aesthetic and modern amenities.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Father Shoots Man Who Beat Daughter In Southern IL: Reports
“This was not a random act of violence,” police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Alpharetta-Milton, GA|News|
5 From Alpharetta Killed In Texas Crash, Including 2 Children: Police
Six people died and three were injured in the Dallas-area crash, according to police.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Barnes & Noble Closing In Downtown Naperville
In a letter posted on Instagram, the bookseller said it “must leave this store” but will move to “a new home” in Oswego.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Police Find $1M In Stolen Beauty Products Tied To Theft Ring: CHP
The organized theft ring targeted popular retailers such as Sephora and Ulta Beauty, police said. A 48-year-old woman faces charges.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
Video Shows Orca Attacking Dolphin Off San Diego Coast
The rare sighting showed the "eat or be eaten" nature of life in the Ocean.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Saint Paul|News|
Man, Dog Killed In Christmas Eve Crash: St. Paul Police
A 64-year-old man and his 2-year-old German Shepherd were out walking when they were hit by a vehicle over the holiday weekend, police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
