Baldwin Park, CA|News|
In-N-Out Owner Leaving CA: 'Doing Business Is Not Easy Here'
The iconic California chain is launching an eastern office in Tennessee.
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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Los Angeles, CA|News|
Low-Cost Airline To Pull Out Of CA
The move comes amid objections to the airline’s decision to run federal deportation flights, according to Reuters.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
How A Bay Area Business Outsmarted Armed Robbers
One of the robbers was found hiding under a truck in a fenced yard and the other was located nearby, according to police.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
White House Falsely Brags About In-N-Out, Citing April Fool's Post From Fan Account
The social media post the White House linked to was an April Fool’s joke from a fan account claiming the chain was switching to beef tallow.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
IL Manhunt Ends With 1 In Custody After 2 Killed In Shooting, Fire: Police
"We appreciate the cooperation of the community and the efforts of all assisting agencies who helped bring this case to a safe resolution."
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|News|
Ex-Wife Charged With Soliciting Boyfriend To Murder UC Berkeley Professor In Greece: Reports
He was shot repeatedly at close range by a masked man, according to reports, which said five people, including a minor, are charged.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Officer Enters Canal Water To Rescue Distressed Kitten: Walnut Creek Police
“We’re happy to report our furry friend found a home and is safe now, thanks to the heroic act from our officer today and everyday."
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
Man Rides Stolen Scooter To Police Department Appointment: Authorities
Waiting officers arrested him for felony grand theft, police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Man Charged With Impersonating Officer Claimed To Be Bounty Hunter: Police
“We believe Jackson may have unlawfully acted as a Fugitive Recovery Agent in multiple states," police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
East Bay Tesla Vandal Arrested: Police
The Concord man vandalized multiple Teslas in Walnut Creek, police said.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Bicyclist Critically Injured In Crash With Truck: Napa Police
The 25-year-old was taken to a hospital, police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
IL State Police Have America's Least Attractive Cruiser, Ranking Says
Illinois State Police received the lowest number of votes in a recent contest to determine America’s best-looking state police cruiser.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
'Pokémon Bandit' Bust | Teen Bank Robbers | BART Hate Crime: Patch PM
ALSO: Rape Arrest, Hate Crime At Church Property, Sheriff Releases Footage After Suspect Died During Arrest, Ground-Breaking For New Park
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
'Pokémon Bandit' Busted After Crash In Vallejo: Police
The person tried to steal expensive trading cards, pepper-spraying his victims, police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
4 Dead, Including Child, After Man Lit Building On Fire Because Ex And Friend Were Dating: Reports
The man's ex-girlfriend and friend survived the blaze, but four others — including a child and a pregnant woman — did not, reports said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Ex-MLB Pitcher Convicted Of Killing Father-In-Law At NorCal Home
The former MLB player was found guilty in a deadly ambush that stemmed from a $1.3 million family dispute.
Anna Schier and William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
These 5 CA Resorts Land On Best In U.S. List
Two Golden State resorts cracked the top five.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|News|
Resort In Chicago Suburbs Lands On Best In U.S. List
The resort was ranked No. 13 in the continental U.S.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Woman Set Fire At Church, Charged With Hate Crime: Novato Police
The woman admitted religious bias motivated her to set the fire, police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Hiker Rescued By Helicopter In Novato
The hiker experienced a medical emergency in a remote area, authorities said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
