New Lenox, IL|News|
New Lenox's Silver Cross Hospital Among 'A' Hospitals in IL
Among 109 Illinois hospitals in the report, 27 got top marks, 24 earned a "B," 50 earned a "C" and 8 earned a "D" grade in the ratings.
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.
I can be reached at jeff.arnold@patch.com.
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Tinley Park, IL|News|
Tinley Plan Commission OKs Plans For Downtown Harmony Square Housing
The board sent a proposal for a mixed-use building and townhomes near the planned Harmony Square development despite residents' objections.
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Chicago|News|
Cubs Fire Manager David Ross, Name Brewers' Counsell As Skipper
Craig Counsell, who managed in Milwaukee for nine years, replaces David Ross, who was fired after four seasons in Chicago on Monday.
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Shorewood, IL|News|
70-Year-Old Purple Heart Returned To Will County Marine's Family
The medal belonging to Charles John Alexander was among items found in a Shorewood safe deposit box and turned over to state officials.
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Chicago|News|
2nd Ex-Blackhawks Prospect Sues Team Over Sexual Assault Allegations
The former teammate of Kyle Beach claims in the suit that the team did nothing when faced with allegations involving a former video coach.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Glassland Volunteers Host 2 Seed-Cleaning Events
Volunteers with the group that works to maintain healthy habitats at Orland Grassland will be cleaning harvested grass and wildflower seeds.
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Naperville, IL|News|
Assault Weapon Bans For Illinois, Naperville Upheld By Federal Judges
The U.S. Court of Appeals announced its decision, rejecting a challenge by a Naperville gun shop owner who sought to overturn the gun law.
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Chicago|News|
Malört For The Holidays? Chicago Booze Gets Thanksgiving Treatment
At $150 a bottle, Malörtsgiving blends tastes of turkey, cranberry and sage with the beverage's "infamous" taste in time for the holidays.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Fundraiser Yields $10K For Services For Downers Grove's Older Citizens
The annual fall fundraiser was held at Oak Trace Senior Living Community and provides funding for meaningful assistance to area seniors.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
'It's Animal Therapy Mixed With Yoga': Orland Park Studio Is The GOAT
Michelle Apps opened Nature Trails Goat Yoga in 2019 and offers fitness enthusiasts a new way to unwind in a unique serene environment.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Homewood's Holiday Lights Celebration Quickly Approaching
The annual holiday kickoff event that features an appearance by Santa and the official lighting ceremony for the village takes place Dec. 1.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Infant Mortality Rate Rises For 1st Time In 20 Years: See IL Data
Illinois bucked a national trend and saw a slight drop in its infant mortality rate with almost 4,000 fewer deaths in 2022 than in 2021.
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Lisle, IL|News|
Lisle Police Department Awarded Grant Funding For Body-Worn Cameras
The $77,000 award provides federal funding to local law enforcement agencies for the cameras, which must be implemented by January 2025.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Classroom Ceiling Collapse | Tinley Time Travel | Cemetery Sunday
Driver ejected in Ridgeland rollover | Homewood treasure or trash | Tinley water bill hike | Creed making local stop | Veterans Day concert
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Tinley Park, IL|News|
Tinley Antiques Shop Offers Customers Chance To Travel Through Time
Journey Through Time Antiques Emporium opened in October and allows owner Jamison Bielic to share his love of vintage goods with customers.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
IL Best Buys Issue Massive Safety Recall On Pressure Cookers: Feds
Nearly a million pressure cookers have been recalled after 31 people were injured, some with severe burns, officials said.
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Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
FBI Releases Photo Of Lombard Armed Bank Robbery Suspect
The agency is offering a $1,000 reward for information about a man they said robbed the Chase bank on East Roosevelt Road on Wednesday.
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Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Homewood Introduces Trash or Treasure Initiative To Eliminate Waste
Residents can bring candy wrappers from Halloween and other seasonal holidays to Village Hall as a way of promoting recycling practices.
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Tinley Park, IL|News|
Tinley Committee To Oversee Mental Health Facility Property Cleanup
The Remediate 280 Committee was formed by Park District Commissioners to ensure state-funded contamination at the site is removed properly.
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Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
No Arrest After After Bank Robbery, School Lockdown: Lombard Officials
Police questioned a person of interest, who was cleared of involvement.
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