Across California, CA|News|
These 3 Historic CA Hotels Are Among America's Most Haunted
Ghosts are said to frequent the grounds at these three hotels, located in Southern California and the Bay Area.
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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Chicago, IL|News|
Possible Rabies Exposure At IL Concert, Officials Say
There was at least one bat exposure at the concert, and health authorities are urging anyone else exposed to seek medical attention.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Newport Beach-Corona Del Mar, CA|News|
$300K Luxury Car Crashes In Orange County, Sending 1 To Hospital: Cops
The operator of the Aston Martin was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, according to reports.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Vegetation Fire Burning In Cabazon: Authorities
The forward rate of spread of the 4-acre fire was stopped shortly before 4 p.m., according to officials.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Officer Kills Man Who Stabbed Him With Knife: Santa Monica Police
The man pulled a knife from his clothing, slashing and stabbing the officer, according to Santa Monica police.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
Hurricane Milton To Bring 'Life-Threatening Hazards' To FL: Forecast
The hurricane was rapidly intensifying late Sunday and its eye was starting to appear.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|News|
Fatal Crash Closes Roads In East Windsor: Police: UPDATE
Police advised drivers to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
16-Year-Old Shot In Skokie, Police Say
The shooting does not appear to be random, according to police.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
New Haven, CT|News|
Update: Victim In Fatal New Haven Fire Identified, 10 People Displaced
Ten people are without homes, a firefighter was injured, and, a 32-year-old New Haven man was killed in Sunday's deadly Elm Street fire.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Magnitude 4 Earthquake Shakes Inland Empire
Its impact was felt across Southern California, from Riverside to Laguna Niguel to even San Diego, social media users reported.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Massive Decline In State Farm Policies Projected For CA: Report
State Farm General is seeking to raise rates by at least 30 percent to avoid possible insolvency, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Cannabis Cafes With Food, Drink And Marijuana Legal In CA: Reports
The new law, which goes into effect Jan. 1, will also allow for live performances at the cafes, according to reports.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Cheech & Chong Sue CA Over Rule Banning THC From Food: Reports
Businesses say they will lose millions and may have to shutter due to the new rules, according to reports.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Hollywood, CA|News|
Garth Brooks Accused Of Rape In CA Lawsuit: Reports
The country singer is accused of violently raping a hair and makeup artist in a hotel suite, according to reports.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
CA Drivers To Get Money In Gas-Gouging Settlement
People who bought gas between Feb. 20, 2015, and Nov. 10, 2015, in 10 California counties may be eligible for payment.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
19 Hospitalized After OC Businessman Lied About Stem Cell Drug: DOJ
“Exploiting the hopes of patients suffering from serious illnesses is not merely greedy, it’s cruel,” U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Pasadena, CA|News|
Who Is The 'Pee Bandit' Of Pasadena? Urine Caper Captivates Community
As the city investigates a man who leaves full bottles of urine on an electrical box, a local filmmaker asks ... why?
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
$4.1M Lottery Ticket Sold In Chicago Suburbs
“While I have no idea who the winner is, I really hope it’s one of our regular customers," the owner of the store that sold the ticket said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
CA Among Costliest States For Health Care: Ranking
Emergency room visits in the Golden State are particularly costly, according to the study.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Barrington, IL|News|
IL Lab Lied About COVID Test Results In $14M Scheme: Authorities
A north suburban man pleaded guilty to fraud after his lab falsely claimed tests were negative in a $14 million scheme, authorities said.
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