Across Illinois, IL|News|
6 Busted In Sting After Seeking Sex With Minors: Police
Their charges include indecent solicitation of a child, traveling to meet a minor, solicitation to meet a child and grooming, police 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 Minnesota, MN|News|
Tornado Watch Lifted For Twin Cities
As of around 6:30 p.m., the watch had been adjusted to exclude the metro area.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Bags Of Cash Fall Out Of Brinks Vehicle, Dozens Steal Money: PD
When Brinks personnel returned to the area, 50-100 people were stealing money from the scene and fleeing, according to police.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
2 Hinsdale Residents Killed In La Grange Crash: Authorities
A 51-year-old man and a 49-year-old woman were killed, according to authorities.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Hollywood, CA|News|
Details Of Gene Hackman's Final Autopsy Released: Report
The results of Hackman's final autopsy were published Sunday by Fox News.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Ducklings Rescued From The 91: Police
An officer picked up four ducklings and released them at a nearby park, according to police.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Motorcyclist Killed In Fiery Crash In Fairfax County: Police
The driver of an SUV that was struck in the crash also suffered minor injuries, police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Man Wanted In Stabbing, Police Seek Public's Help: Harford Authorities
Raja Zahid Maqsood was captured by surveillance equipment at the Abingdon Walmart shortly after the attack, police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Renting Is Nearly 200% Cheaper Than Buying In The San Francisco Metro
It costs 190.7 percent more to own in and around San Francisco than it does to rent — $8,882 for a typical mortgage vs. $3,055 for a rental.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Hollywood Agent Stole $1.8 Million From 160 Actors: District Attorney
The money went to purchases at Crypto.com Arena, the Four Seasons Hotel Spa, and clothing from Stuart Weitzman, authorities said.
Anna Schier and David Luces, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
Auto Co. That Auctioned Servicemember's Car During Deployment Settles
“Members of our armed forces should not have to worry about their cars being auctioned off while they are deployed," one official said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Minnesota, MN|News|
Elon Musk's X Sues Minnesota Over AI Deepfake Social Media Law
X seeks for the law to be ruled a First Amendment violation and a permanent injunction to be issued blocking its enforcement, reports said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Minnesota, MN|News|
'Baby Angel' Case: Mom Charged 14 Years After Baby Found Dead In River
Long known as “Baby Angel,” the infant was discovered on Sept. 5, 2011, floating in a bag on the Mississippi River, authorities said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Measles Case Confirmed In IL As Disease Spreads Across U.S.
The CDC has reported 800 cases confirmed in over 25 jurisdictions across the U.S., more than double the national total in 2024.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Thousands Of Velella Velellas Wash Up In Ventura County
Velella velellas — also known as “By-the-Wind Sailors" — are related to jellyfish, sea anemones, coral and hydroids.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Hollywood, CA|News|
Tragic Details Emerge About Sophie Nyweide's Death
The 24-year-old was pregnant when she died and may have overdosed, according to media reports.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
CA May Have The Densest Black Bear Population On Earth
California’s highest reported density of black bears is 156 bears per 100 square kilometers, according to the state's bear plan.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
South Suburban Officer Lied To Get COVID-Era Loans: Authorities
William Frederick Reed, 41, was indicted Monday, authorities said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Sen. Dick Durbin Will Not Run For Re-Election
"I truly love the job of being a United States Senator," Durbin, of Illinois, said. "But in my heart, I know it’s time to pass the torch."
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
33 IL Counties Could Join IN As Hoosiers Vote To Create Commission
"It's a stunt, it's not going to happen,” Pritzker has said, but Indiana lawmakers voted to create a commission to evaluate state lines.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
