Chicago|News|
Former Chicago Radio Co-Host's $10M Defamation Suit Dismissed
A judge denied former WTMX co-host Melissa McGurren's claims that the station called her a liar based on her characterization of events.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
- Chicago, IL
I am an award-winning journalist who has worked in sports and as an investigative reporter before starting with Patch as a roving editor in April, 2020. Prior to Patch, my work appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Forbes SportsMoney, ESPN.com and other outlets. I finished the 2012 Chicago Marathon and am currently studying improv at the renowned Second City, where many a Saturday Night Live alums got their start.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Soul Asylum To Headline RomeoFest In Event's Summer Return
The Minneapolis-based, Grammy-winning, alternative rock band will perform live on the third night of the four-day village summer festival.
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Chicago|News|
70 Degrees, Then More Snow For Chicago Area? IL Weekend Weather
After temperatures are expected to push through the 60s on Saturday, the National Weather Service predicts winter's return with snow Monday.
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Chicago|News|
Mayor Lori Lightfoot Says Lawsuit 'Lacking In Merit' And Untrue
Lightfoot said that "offensive and completely ridiculous" claims she used offensive language in a call over Columbus statue are not true.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport VFW To Host St. Baldrick's Event To Fight Kids Cancer
The March 13 Irish-themed event benefits the St. Baldrick's Foundation and has raised more than $14,000 as participants shave their heads.
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Chicago|News|
$26B Opioid Settlement Will Benefit Local Illinois Governments
The funding is being made available to local municipalities following the settlement with Purdue Pharma over the national opioid crisis.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Shots Fired Report At Bolingbrook Speedway: Police
Police said one shot was fired at the gas station on Bolingbrook Drive as witnesses said a disagreement took place in the parking lot.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Cheapest Gas Near Me: Find Lowest Price Near Downers Grove
Before you fill up the tank, take a look at the lowest gas prices in and around Downers Grove.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville's Nicor Gas Providing $100K In Environmental Grants
The company will be providing grants of up to $5,000 to local non-profit organizations to assist in projects to protect the environment.
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Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Cheapest Gas Near Me: Find Lowest Price Near Glen Ellyn
Before you fill up the tank, take a look at the lowest gas prices in and around Glen Ellyn.
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Oak Forest, IL|News|
$1M Bond For Midlothian Man Who Fled From Cops In Stolen Car: PD
Police said Gonzalo Guerrero eluded cops in a stolen car which he then crashed and needed assistance being cut out of after hitting a car.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Cheapest Gas Near Me: Find Lowest Price Near Wheaton
Before you fill up the tank, take a look at the lowest gas prices in and around Wheaton.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Girls Basketball Team Heads To State 4A Semifinals
The Raiders face Barrington on Friday at Illinois State after advancing to the Final Four with a Supersectional victory over Edwardsville.
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Chicago|News|
White House Unveils New COVID Plan: What It Means In Illinois
As IL lifts mask mandates, the White House announces new anti-viral pill availability.
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Naperville, IL|News|
Second Naperville Amazon Fresh Grocery Store Open For Business
The store, located on Ogden Avenue offers Amazon's Just Walk Out technology which allows shoppers to skip the checkout line altogether.
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Oak Forest, IL|News|
Evergreen Park Man Charged With Firing Gun At Oak Forest Business
Cody Zimmerman, 29, faces firearms charges after police said he fired a gun at a local business early Saturday morning on 159th Street.
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Chicago|News|
TikTok Under Investigation: IL Attorney General Raoul Joins Probe
Kwame Raoul is one of eight state attorneys general who are investigating whether the popular social media platform brings harm to users.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
Nearly 70 Degrees After Cold Thursday: IL Weather
The National Weather Service predicts temperatures in the 30s on Thursday before mild air returns and rain and springlike conditions come.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Downers Grove Church Helps Move Ukrainians To Safety
Christian Worship Center has raised $20,000 in two days, which is being sent to Ukraine to move people out of Kyiv as Russian attacks surge.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Registration Now Open For Lemont Hornets Football, Cheerleading
The popular community program offers flag and tackle football and cheerleading that encourages physical fitness and promotes teamwork.
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