Former Patch Staff
Hometown: Lake Zurich, IL
Collin's interest in journalism sparked after he wrote his first article for his high school newspaper. From there, he studied journalism at Colorado State University. During his time at Colorado State, he gained insight on the workings of a major media publication while interning for TIME Magazine. The opportunity allowed him to meet legendary journalists like Dan Rather and Tom Brokaw. Collin was also a political writer for CollegeNews.com, a Boston Hannah publication.
After college, he worked as a beat reporter for a local weekly newspaper in Florida. Before joining Naperville Patch he was a guest editor for Morton Grove Patch as well as a freelancer for Des Plaines Patch in 2010.
He also launched an award-winning online magazine, The Lead, which he developed, designed and maintained. The Lead featured coverage of global current events such as the Arab Spring as well as lifestyle stories.
Collin is now happy to be here in Naperville working as your Local Editor.
In his free time, Collin likes playing with his dog Moose, photography, James Bond movies, politics and traveling (27 states, eight countries and counting!). He also enjoys screenwriting as he recently completed a comedy screenplay.
The following information was supplied by the Morton Grove Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Residents may see a reduction in portion of their taxes if OK'd.
Illinois CyberKnife opened Tuesday in Park Ridge, by Lindsey Meaux.
The following arrest information was supplied by the Morton Grove police department. It does not indicate a conviction.
Daylight Savings Time this weekend.
Recent mischief in Morton Grove.
Plenty of events in Morton Grove and nearby this weekend.
Morton Grove Police cars will be getting new electronic equipment.
The police department has provided the following reports. Charges do not indicate a conviction.
Morton Grove's 40,000-square-foot haunted attraction holds final showings tonight.
Local students learn ins-and-outs of local government during Student Government Day.
Recent mischief in Morton Grove.
Resident arrested in Orland Park for giving friend a ride in trunk.
Halloween activities abound this weekend!
Winners highlight unique community attractions, businesses and parks.
Morton Grove Police Department says 911 calls up 50-percent.
The police department has provided the following reports. Charges do not indicate a conviction.
Community Choice Business Awards presented at village board meeting last night.
The police department has provided the following reports. Charges do not indicate a conviction.
Meeting to be held at Golf Middle School at 6:30 p.m.
