Huntington Beach, CA|News|
Huntington Beach Is A 'Non-Sanctuary City,' Council Votes
The council voted unanimously to declare Huntington Beach a “Non-Sanctuary City for Illegal Immigration for the Prevention of Crime.”
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|
6 Shot In Gang-Related Attack Near MacArthur Park: Police
Three of the victims were in critical condition and three were stable, police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
5 Arrested After $170K In Merchandise Stolen From OC Business: Police
“To help prevent crimes like this, business owners are reminded to turn on their alarm systems and ensure they are functioning properly."
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
This SoCal Restaurant Among 10 Best New Hot Spots In US: Ranking
USA Today asked a panel of experts to nominate 20 restaurants that opened in the past 18 months and readers voted to choose the top 10.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
These 2 NorCal Restaurants Among 10 Best New Hot Spots In US: Ranking
USA Today asked a panel of experts to nominate 20 restaurants that opened in the past 18 months, and readers voted to choose the top 10.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
'Extreme' Fire Conditions Expected In SoCal; 60 Mph Gusts Forecast
“If fire ignition occurs, conditions are favorable for extreme fire behavior and rapid fire growth, which would threaten life and property."
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Pleasant Hill, CA|News|
39-Year-Old Missing Nearly 2 Weeks In Pleasant Hill: Police
Anyone who sees Jonathon Hartigan is asked to contact police.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Person Killed By Metro Train At North Bethesda Station: Authorities
The person was struck and trapped under a train, authorities said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|News|
CT Man Stole Fire Department Truck, Used It To Stop Drivers: Police
The man broke into a fire station in Windsor, tried to start a fire and stole a pickup truck, police said.
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Atlanta, GA|News|
2+ Inches Of Snow Possible In Atlanta As Extreme Cold Looms
Wind chills were forecast to be below zero degrees early Monday.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Philadelphia, PA|News|
6 Inches Of Snow Followed By Extreme Cold Forecast For Philadelphia
“There will be an increased risk of hypothermia and frost bite,” according to the National Weather Service.
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Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Snow Totals Increase As Extreme Cold Moves Into NJ
“There will be an increased risk of hypothermia and frost bite,” according to the National Weather Service.
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Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA Wildfire's Dramatic Impact On CA's Rental Market: Reports
Soaring rents and whisper networks abound as families seek a place to put their lives back together, according to reports.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
This LA-Based Insurance Company Denied Payment On Half Its 2023 Claims
Farmers Insurance Exchange was the large company with the highest percentage of claims closed without payment, according to Weiss Ratings.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
360 Lose Jobs; OC Headquarters Close For Liberated Brands
The Liberated Brands portfolio included Volcom, Billabong, Quiksilver, Spyder, RVCA, Roxy, Honolua and Captain Fin.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Menlo Park-Atherton, CA|News|
Meta To Cut Thousands Of 'Low Performers': Reports
“I’ve decided to raise the bar on performance management and move out low performers faster," Zuckerberg wrote in a memo to employees.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
IL Interstate Shootings Down For 3rd Year In A Row From 2021 High
Interstate shootings statewide dropped 31 percent in 2024 compared to 2023, down by over 200 from a record high in 2021, state police said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Amtrak Cancels Trains Due To Extreme Cold In Forecast Next Week
The high Monday is projected to be a mere 6 degrees with a Monday night low of 4 degrees below zero.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Man Who Kidnapped Uber Driver In Darien Found Guilty: DOJ
The man forced the driver to go to Chicago and park in alleys, where he sexually assaulted her before fleeing on foot, authorities said.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Fate Of IL Joann's Stores Uncertain As Biz Declares Bankruptcy Again
The company believes "a court-supervised sale process is the best course of action," according to its interim CEO.
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