Des Plaines|News|
Spa Di Da Closes in Des Plaines
The small business became the latest in a string of closures in the retail spaces downtown.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
- Des Plaines, IL
I’m a lifelong resident of the Northwest suburbs, and I completed my journalism degree at Columbia College in Chicago in 2009. While attending school I interned at Community Media Workshop, a nonprofit organization that connects nonprofit communicators with media professionals.
For the past three years I’ve enjoyed covering government, education, science, business, the arts and community news for a number of publications including <i>ChicagoTalks</i>, <i>Printing News</i>, <i>Appolicious</i> and <i>Patch</i>.
In my spare time I enjoy reading, music and cooking for my family and friends.
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Park Ridge, IL|News|
Mayoral Debate Set for Chamber Luncheon
Mayor Dave Schmidt and Larry Ryles will participate in a debate in March.
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Des Plaines|News|
Man Urinates on Sidewalk, More in Tuesday Blotter
The following arrest information was supplied by the Des Plaines Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
Des Plaines Mayor Vacancy Filled by First, Fourth Ward Aldermen
Des Plaines City Council appointed First Ward Alderman Patricia Haugeberg to acting Mayor of Des Plaines on Monday.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
Fire Chief: Fire Damage Reduced by Sprinklers
The $25K in estimated damage could have been much greater if overhead sprinklers were not installed in the building 15 years ago, Des Plaines Fire Chief Alan Wax stated.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
Gambling Chips Stolen at Rivers Casino, More in Monday Blotter
The following arrest information was supplied by the Des Plaines Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
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Des Plaines|News|
New Des Plaines Acting Mayor May Be Appointed Monday
The city council meeting will begin an hour earlier than usual on Feb. 4 for aldermen to discuss selection of an acting mayor, according to the agenda.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
Attempted Robbery at Des Plaines Jewelry Store 2nd in 3 Months
R.C. Wahl Jewelers owner says it’s a coincidence, and, before November, the store had not experienced an attempted robbery in more than five years.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
Gacy Case Detailed by Cook County Sheriff
Convicted killer John Wayne Gacy’s lifestyle, criminal activity, methods and more — and law enforcement’s efforts to identify victims — were summarized by Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart on Jan. 29.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Park Ridge, IL|News|
Letter to the Editor: Tax Levy Response
Park Ridge mayoral candidate Larry Ryles responds to Mayor Dave Schmidt's letter about the city's tax levy.
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Des Plaines|News|
Aldermanic Candidate Struck from Ballot in Des Plaines
The Des Plaines Electoral Board found that Gregory Sarlo, candidate for the Fifth Ward, did not have enough valid signatures in his petition in order to be included on the ballot in the consolidated election in April.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Park Ridge, IL|News|
Letter to the Editor: Tax Levy
Mayor Dave Schmidt responds to mayoral opponent's criticism of the city's tax levy.
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Des Plaines|News|
Felony Charges Follow Hit-and-Run Fatal to Des Plaines Woman
Law enforcement charged a man from unincorporated Aurora with four felonies for leaving the scene of an accident, the Chicago Tribune reported.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Park Ridge, IL|News|
Business Wary of Proposed Park Ridge Sign Laws
As presented, all non-conforming signage would be required to comply by Jan. 1, 2015.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
Bank Robber Snubbed by Des Plaines Man
A Des Plaines man was honored for his “selfless actions” confronting a suspected bank robber at First Merit Bank on Nov. 30.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
Metra Train Hits Car on Tracks in Des Plaines
No injuries were reported in the incident, the Daily Herald reported.
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Des Plaines|News|
Reckless Firearm Discharge, Deputy Chief Demoted, More Top Stories
A roundup of the most-read stories from Jan. 20 to Jan. 26.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
Lawyer: Maine West Principal Knew About Abuse
The law firm representing four former and current students in a hazing lawsuit against D-207 administrators and faculty claims a letter sent to Dr. Audrey Haugan from the parent of a student at the Des Plaines high school in 2008 is evidence Maine Towns
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
D-207 Fires Second Coach in Hazing Scandal
Maine Township High School District 207 Board of Education voted in favor of beginning the dismissal process on a Maine West High School soccer coach in connection with reports of bullying and hazing at a meeting in Park Ridge on Thursday.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
Walsten on Ballot, Sarlo Objection Cont. by Electoral Board
The Des Plaines Electoral Board reviewed two petition objections on Thursday and dismissed one.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
