Orange County, CA|News|
Disney Hacker Who Leaked Confidential Data To Plead Guilty: DOJ
He faces up to five years in federal prison for each charge, 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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Alameda, CA|News|
Shooting At Upscale Restaurant Has Business Planning Move
“I’ve worked so hard to get to where I am right now," the chef said. "This makes me want to give up.”
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Across California, CA|News|
Major Pharmacy Chain Will Close Or Sell Hundreds Of Stores In CA
The nation's third-largest pharmacy chain announced plans to close or sell all 347 California stores.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|News|
Road Closures Coming Friday In Concord
Roads will be closed to accommodate inauguration events celebrating the construction and renovation of the Shiva Murugan Temple.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Watch Out For This Phone Scam, Contra Costa County Sheriff Warns
“Many people have been victimized by this type of fraudulent activity," according to the sheriff's office.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Watsonville, CA|News|
This Seal Keeps A Beat Better Than Most Humans, Study Shows
To conduct the study, researchers compared Ronan’s head bobs to the arm movements of 10 undergraduate students, according to the university.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Pritzker Courts Canadian Tourists Amid Trade War, Trump Tension
The Illinois Office of Tourism is launching a social media campaign this week on Facebook and Instagram in Canada.
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Martinez, CA|News|
Worker Killed In Industrial Accident; Pinned By Machinery: Police
The 54-year-old man died at the scene, police said.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Reality Star Convicted Of Felony Burglary In Chicago: Authorities
He was sentenced to 244 days in jail with time served after stealing mail from a residential building, authorities said.
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Joliet, IL|News|
1 Killed, 5 Children Hurt In Crash Involving Joliet Driver: Police
An adult passenger died at the scene and five children were seriously injured and flown to a hospital, police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
This Chicago Area County Is Most At Risk For Tornado Damage Nationwide
“Cities and hills offer no protection, and tornadoes can strike anywhere," according to Jana Houser, an associate professor of meteorology.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Museum President Stripped On Plane, Under Investigation: Reports
The president of the Art Institute of Chicago is the subject of an investigation during which he is voluntarily stepping back from his job.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Santa Cruz, CA|News|
Swimmer Missing After Jumping Off Cliff Near Seal Rock: Authorities
One of the swimmers escaped the water on their own but the other appeared to have become submerged, according to authorities.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
Valero Benicia Refinery Fire Under Control, Shelter-In-Place Lifted
A video of a massive black plume of smoke coming off the refinery was posted Monday morning on X.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Earthquake Felt North Of Healdsburg Monday Morning
It was reported being felt by several people in Middletown, about 9 miles from where the quake struck, according to authorities.
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Cinnaminson, NJ|News|
39 Hurt In 5-Vehicle Turnpike Bus Crash: Police
The crash caused major delays, with northbound traffic backed up four miles on the turnpike, according to authorities.
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Glen Burnie, MD|News|
18-Year-Old Killed In Shooting: Glen Burnie Police
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
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Arlington, VA|News|
2 Teens Killed In Crash Near Pentagon: Police
A third teen is in critical condition, police said.
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Barnstable-Hyannis, MA|News|
Cape Cod Restaurant On Fire Sunday
An excavator peeled apart the building to help extinguish the blaze.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Male Steals Vehicle From Police Station, Causes 4-Car Crash, Cops Say
The key was inside, the engine was running and the owner was standing nearby when the male stole the vehicle, Schaumburg police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
