• Christopher BrinckerhoffPatch Staff Verified Patch Staff Badge

  • 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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Mug’s Pizza Catches Fire, Updated

Fire Chief: A “significant” fire was extinguished at Mugavero’s Pizza & Ribs on Central Road Wednesday morning. The fire started in the kitchen, according to investigators.

Mug’s Pizza Catches Fire, Updated
Des Plaines|News|

Des Plaines Man Sentenced 15 Years for Arson

Police responded to an explosion at an apartment building in 2010. The people inside the apartment sustained minor injuries, according to police.

Des Plaines Man Sentenced 15 Years for Arson
Des Plaines|News|

Mug’s Pizza Catches Fire, Updated

Fire Chief: A “significant” fire was extinguished at Mugavero’s Pizza & Ribs on Central Road Wednesday morning. The fire started in the kitchen, according to investigators.

Mug’s Pizza Catches Fire, Updated
Des Plaines|News|

Woman Awarded for Diffusing Suicide Attempt

A Chicago woman was seen with a rope tied around her neck on the Elmhurst Road overpass on Interstate 90 on Aug. 23, according to police.

Woman Awarded for Diffusing Suicide Attempt
Des Plaines|News|

Seven New SUVs En Route to Des Plaines Police

Four new squads are part of annual rotation; three replace vehicles damaged during flooding, according to the police fleet coordinator.

Seven New SUVs En Route to Des Plaines Police
Des Plaines|News|

Des Plaines Garage Fire Being Investigated

No injuries, no foul play suspected, estimated loss $17,500, according to the Des Plaines Fire Department.

Des Plaines Garage Fire Being Investigated
Des Plaines|News|

Casa Royale Banquets Set to Close Doors

The Des Plaines business has served wedding receptions and community events for more than 40 years.

Casa Royale Banquets Set to Close Doors
Des Plaines|News|

Photo of the Day: Class Hair Studio

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Photo of the Day: Class Hair Studio