Across Illinois, IL|News|
What We Know About Congressional Town Halls In Chicago Area During August Recess
Here’s what we know about town halls in the Chicago area during the upcoming work period.
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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Healdsburg, CA|News|
8 Pounds Of Meth Found After Deputies Called To Hotel In Sonoma County: Police
Two guests at the hotel were charged, police said.
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Castro Valley, CA|News|
Pair Stole Gold Necklace In Armed Robbery In Alameda County: Police
Both were arrested and taken to jail, police said.
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Concord, CA|News|
Sex Assault Spree: Man Followed And Assaulted Women In Contra Costa County, Police Say
At least one of the victims was a minor, according to police, who said the man followed one victim home and assaulted her in her yard.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Delta Pilot Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Child Identified, Is From FL
He is charged with five counts of oral copulation with a child under 10 and is being held in lieu of $5 million bail, police said.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Delta Pilot Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Child Identified
He is charged with five counts of oral copulation with a child under 10 and is being held in lieu of $5 million bail, police said.
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Across Michigan, MI|News|
Man Who Stabbed 11 At MI Walmart ID'ed, Will Be Charged With Terrorism: Police
His motive for the attack remained unknown Sunday, police said.
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Philadelphia, PA|News|
7-Year-Old Shot In Attack That Killed 2 Men, Injured Woman: Philadelphia Police
One of the men who was killed was the girl's father, according to police.
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Plainfield, IL|News|
14-Year-Old Drowns In Lake At Summer Camp With Plainfield Church
“Though his time on earth was heartbreakingly short, Langston’s impact was eternal,” a pastor from Community Christian Church wrote.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
CT Firefighter Killed Battling Blaze
“They put their lives on the line,” one official said. “So whenever there’s a death like that, it’s a death of a hero.”
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Silver Spring, MD|News|
Officer Injured While Stopping Person From Jumping Off Parking Garage In Downtown Silver Spring: Police
The person in distress was also injured, and both were taken to a hospital, police said.
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Across California, CA|News|
Unsold Houses Piling Up In CA: 'Ripe For Home Value Declines'
“In the end, California's housing market will likely continue to struggle until affordability improves,” one expert wrote.
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Across California, CA|News|
Investors Own Most Of The Houses In These CA Counties: Report
In one Golden State county, investors own 82 percent of the houses, according to Southern California News Group columnist Jonathan Lansner.
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Joliet, IL|News|
Joliet's New Director Of Special Events Is Ann Sylvester
She will oversee the planning and coordination of community celebrations, special events and cultural initiatives, the city announced.
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Murrieta, CA|News|
Six Flags Unveils 'Massive' Deal: Buy SoCal Season Pass, Get Access To 40+ Parks
A 2026 season pass to one park will serve as a ticket to all Six Flags Entertainment parks across three countries, the company announced.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|News|
Six Flags Unveils 'Massive' Deal: Buy Magic Mountain Season Pass, Get Access To 40+ Parks
A 2026 season pass to one park will serve as a ticket to all Six Flags Entertainment parks across three countries, the company announced.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Six Flags Unveils 'Massive' Deal: Buy Knott's Berry Farm Season Pass, Get Access To 40+ Parks
A 2026 season pass to one park will serve as a ticket to all Six Flags Entertainment parks across three countries, the company announced.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Shooting In Department Store Parking Lot: RivCo Police
Two men were charged in connection with the shooting, police said.
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Los Angeles, CA|News|
CA Holiday Shoppers Should Plan For High Prices And Fewer Products: Reports
The Port of Los Angeles had its busiest June ever, but tariff uncertainty has cautious businesses paring back holiday offerings.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
NASCAR Considering Return To Chicagoland Speedway In Joliet: Reports
NASCAR was “evaluating a possible return to Chicagoland Speedway for next year,” according to a business journal.
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