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.
A 15-year-old boy was pronounced dead at the scene of a car accident early Tuesday morning after a 2012 Chevy Malibu he was in lost control and crashed into a garage.
Recalled in January, the migraine pills were shipped to stores last week, says Novartis.
Recalled in January, the migraine pills were shipped to stores last week, says Novartis.
The debate at Lynn University in Florida on Oct. 22, 2012, is behind us. Who do you think won?
Naperville Police Department reports, Oct. 19 - 21
You might have noticed something missing on Naperville Patch during the last few weeks.
Recalled in January, the migraine pills were shipped to stores last week, says Novartis.
Residents can visit the Naperville Municipal Center beginning Monday, Oct. 22 for early voting.
North Central College inviting community to celebrate Riverwalk Gateway dedication as part of the college's homecoming.
We compiled a map of recent coyote sightings in and around town. Here's what you need to know about the elusive animals.
Naperville Police Department reports, Oct. 18
Taking a glance at this week's Naperville headlines.
Naperville police said a group of Georgia residents have been charged with theft and forgery after they conducted a fraud operation out of Naperville.
Here's what you need to know and where you can go in Naperville to get your local yoga fix.
Naperville Police Department reports, Oct. 17
Naperville Crime Stoppers inaugural 5K is set to take place Oct. 27.
Naperville households spent more than average on adult Halloween costumes. American adults spent $512.1 million on costumes in 2011, according to Crain's.
Naperville's real estate market had an increase during September as the bulk of the Chicago area also saw a bump in year-over-year comparisons.
Naperville Police Department reports, Oct. 16
A roundup of online job listings within the Lisle area.
