Wheaton, IL|News|
Man Killed Wife In Warrenville Home: Reports
Steven J. Kramer is charged with two counts of first-degree murder, according to the DuPage County Sheriff's Office.
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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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Line Fire Still Burning At Zero Percent Containment
Three firefighters had been injured in the blaze as of Sunday afternoon.
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Across California, CA|News|
Allstate Home Insurance Rates To Increase 34% This Fall
The change will affect over 350,000 California policyholders, according to reports.
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Sacramento, CA|News|
CA Restaurant Owner Won't Pay Rent Or Get Out, Despite Eviction Notice
“Most people, when the lease expires, they pack up and leave,” her landlord told The Sacramento Bee.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Shooter Near Western Illinois Campus Surrenders After Standoff: Police
The gunman shot two officers attempting to serve a search warrant, authorities said, adding the officers were expected to fully recover.
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Los Angeles, CA|News|
Rampant Sex Abuse Allegations At CA Women's Prisons Prompt Probe
The probe follows the abrupt closure of a third federal prison in the Golden State after widespread staff-on-inmate assaults were exposed.
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Across California, CA|News|
These 11 CA Cities Ranked The State's Most Affordable
Residents of the state can still live within driving distance of major cities and attractions on a budget, according to California.com.
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Forest Park, IL|News|
Chilling Details Emerge About 'Execution Style' Blue Line Killings
Rhanni Davis was ordered detained and will remain in custody after his first court appearance Wednesday.
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Yorkville, IL|News|
Road Rage Stabbing: Man Charged With Attempted Murder In DeKalb
A witness told authorities the man nearly hit the victim with his vehicle pulling out of a parking lot, prompting a dispute, police said.
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Forest Park, IL|News|
No Motive Yet In 'Horrific' Blue Line Mass Shooting: Authorities
Rhanni S. Davis, 30, of Chicago, is charged with murder after four people were killed in a CTA shooting on Labor Day, police said.
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Forest Park, IL|News|
CTA Shooting Victims Were Killed In Their Sleep: Forest Park Police
The Blue Line shooter walked up to each of the four sleeping victims and fired, according to Forest Park Deputy Chief Christopher Chin.
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Arlington, VA|News|
Panic At Pentagon City Mall Over Shooting Scare: Police
What turned out to be a smash-and-grab robbery, police said, caused chaos amid fears of gunfire as shoppers hid in back rooms at the mall.
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Novato, CA|News|
Pilot Killed In Fiery Crash At Novato Airport: Police
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident.
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Detroit, MI|News|
14-Year-Old Killed Outside Michigan State Fair: Police
Another teen was injured, police said. In response, fair organizers added police and required minors be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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Pittsburgh, PA|News|
1 Dead, 2 Injured After Street Fight Shooting: Police
One person was detained at the scene in Clairton, according to police.
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Upper West Side, NY|News|
Subway Attack Update: Police Seek Man In Connection With UWS Slashing
The victim was taken to Mount Sinai Morningside, police said.
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CA Has 8 Of Top 10 Cities With Highest DUI Rates: Ranking
Every city in the top 10 was from either California or North Carolina.
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Respiratory Disease Is On The Rise In CA: What You Need To Know
Typically reported in the Central Valley and Central Coast regions, Valley fever is spreading north and south.
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Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|News|
Shake Shack Closing San Fernando Valley Location
The location is one of six closing across the state.
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Culver City, CA|News|
Shake Shack Closing In Culver City
The location is one of six closing across the state.
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