Across California, CA|News|
$1.27 Billion Mega Millions Winner Identified
The jackpot was the largest Mega Millions win in California history.
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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Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
25-Year-Old Inmate Found Dead At San Mateo County Jail: Police
The cause of death will be determined by the San Mateo County Coroner’s Office, according to police.
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Orange County, CA|News|
Motorcyclist Killed In Overnight OC Crash: Police
He struck a curb and was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Man Steals Ambulance, Drinks Beer In Front Of Police After Chase: FHP
The Tampa man said he stole the ambulance after emergency personnel refused to give him a ride home, according to police.
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Long Beach, CA|News|
Body Washes Ashore Near Belmont Pier: Authorities
The deceased, a man in his 50s, was found near the water line and appeared to have been dead for an extended period, a fire official said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Police Kill 19-Year-Old Who Had Pellet Gun, Swung Knife At Father: PD
The man was pronounced dead at the scene in Orange County, police said, adding no one else was injured.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Massive Boston Blaze: 3 Firefighters Get EMS Transport; $4M In Damage
"We're going to have to go in there at some point and the hazards are unlimited," Fire Commissioner Paul Burke said Sunday.
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Plainfield, IL|News|
Toddler In Critical Condition; Beaten By Mom's Boyfriend: Police
The girl suffered a fractured skull and brain bleed, according to police, who charged her mother's 21-year-old boyfriend with battery.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Eggs Still Over $10 Per Dozen But Relief May Be Coming For CA Shoppers
Prices are dropping in other parts of the country and the bird flu appears to be letting up, according to a recent USDA report.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
CA Home With Shark Tank Listed For $59 Million
The home has seven bedrooms, 12 bathrooms and six kitchens. Also, there are sharks.
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Claremont-La Verne, CA|News|
'Swatter' Targets Claremont McKenna With School Shooter Call: Police
The call yielded a lockdown and massive police presence just a day after a similar incident at a children's hospital in Loma Linda.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Chicago MLB Fans Can Watch Cubs, Sox On DIRECTV With New Add-On
The new offering comes just in time for opening day as Comcast continues to negotiate with local sports networks, according to reports.
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Burlingame-Hillsborough, CA|News|
$100K Reward Offered For Info On Gunman Who Shot Hillsborough Officer
The man shot an officer last month in a “brazen attack” on police property, officials said.
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San Mateo, CA|News|
133 Traffic Citations In Operation Targeting San Mateo, Other Cities
Police made about 145 traffic stops during an enforcement program Tuesday in San Mateo County, according to authorities.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Foster City, CA|News|
133 Traffic Citations In Operation Targeting Foster City And Beyond
Police made about 145 traffic stops during an enforcement program Tuesday in San Mateo County, according to authorities.
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Belmont, CA|News|
133 Traffic Citations In Operation Targeting Belmont, Other Cities
Police made about 145 traffic stops during an enforcement program Tuesday in San Mateo County, according to authorities.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
133 Traffic Citations In Countywide Operation: Authorities
Police made about 145 traffic stops during an enforcement program Tuesday in San Mateo County, according to authorities.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
'Wouldn't Buy One Now': CA Tesla Owners Reckon With MAGA Musk
Elon Musk has California drivers reconsidering their commitment to his signature electric vehicle, with some selling their cars at a loss.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Trade Wars And Tariffs Threaten CA Wine Industry
“Canada is the single most important export market for U.S. wines with retail sales in excess of $1.1 billion annually,” one expert said.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Clogged Airplane Toilets Force Flight Back To O'Hare, Airline Says
Eight of 12 bathrooms on the plane were unusable, "causing discomfort to all on board,” according to Air India.
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