Across Illinois, IL|News|
Lucky Illinois Resident Turns $30 Into $5M Lottery Jackpot
An unidentified resident captured the jackpot by purchasing scratch-off tickets from a Savoy supermarket, lottery officials said.
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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Across Illinois, IL|News|
'Moderately Populated' Area Of Spotted Lanternfly Found In IL
State agricultural officials reported the first sighting of the insects Sept. 16 before finding bigger areas of the lanternfly days later.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
These Are The Best School Districts In IL, New Ranking Says
Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125 ranked as the nation's top district, one of three Illinois districts to rank in the Top 5.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Southbound Lanes Reopen After Motorcycle Crash On I-55
The motorcyclist suffered life-threatening injuries after police say the driver tried to pass traffic in a construction zone near Rt. 53.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
These Are The Top 25 Public High Schools In Illinois, New Rankings Say
Seven IL public schools finished in the Top 50 in the U.S., including Payton College Prep School in Chicago, which ranked in the top five.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|News|
Oak Lawn's Fall Family Fest Doubles In Size, Offers Free Fun
The annual event, hosted by the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce, had 400 attendees and ran smoothly thanks to volunteers' efforts.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Lucky Illinois Resident Strikes It Rich With $900K Lotto Winner
The unidentified winner successfully matched all five numbers in the Lucky Day Lotto drawing on a ticket the person purchased online.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
'This Is Like My Super Bowl': Payton's Encounter With Swift Goes Viral
WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton captured Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce together on video, causing Swifties and fans to lose their minds.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|News|
16-Year-Old Girl Shot In The Head At South Side Gas Station: CPD
The girl remains in critical condition at Mt. Sinai Hospital after police said she was shot while sitting in a vehicle in Little Village.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
How A Federal Government Shutdown Would Affect IL Residents
Illinois has more than 42,000 federal employees residing in the state, as more than 123,000 women and children depend on federal benefits.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Beverly's Horse Thief Hollow Brewing Mines Gold With Little Wing
The local brewery was one of two Illinois breweries to capture a gold medal at the American Beer Festival with an award-winning Pilsener.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
South Suburban Death Notices, Week Of September 25
South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|News|
Oak Lawn Public Library Prepares For Second Annual Adult Spelling Bee
Local spellers will pit their spelling skills against other area residents for bragging rights at the second annual competition October 7.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|News|
Bears' Williams' Departure Involved 'Inappropriate' Conduct: Reports
ESPN reported that defensive coordinator Alan Williams' resignation was not health-related and that a digital forensic search was done.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
7 Illinois Breweries Medal At Great American Beer Festival
Sew Hop'd Brewery in Huntley and Horse Thief Hollow Brewing in Beverly captured gold, taking home top honors in the brewing competition.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|News|
$23.75M Lottery Ticket Sold At South Side Gas Station
The ticket was the second-largest jackpot in more than seven years and earned the owner of a Roseland BP Station a bonus of $237,000.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Funeral Arrangements Set For Evergreen Park's 'Father Al'
Visitation will be held Wednesday for Most Holy Redeemer's Fr. Albert Adamich, who died last week at 101. Funeral Mass will be on Thursday.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Woman Had 'Nothing To Do With' Slaying Of Romeoville Family: Attorney
Called a person of interest by Romeoville police, Ermalinda Palomo was slain Wednesday after the suspect in the killings fled to Oklahoma.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|News|
2 Teens Died In Targeted, Gang-Related Shooting: Palatine Police
The 16-year-old boys were found shot in a Green Lane home and police said while they have found a suspect vehicle, no one is in custody.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
DUI, Violation Of Protective Order, Battery: Arlington Heights Blotter
The Arlington Heights Police Department made a series of arrests involving local residents and a variety of criminal charges.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
