Los Angeles, CA|News|
USC Climber Makes 'Hardest, Easiest' Choice To Forego K2 Summit
Lucy Westlake was hoping to become the youngest woman to reach the world's second-highest mountaintop but encountered extreme weather.
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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Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Climber Makes 'Hardest, Easiest' Choice To Forego K2 Summit
Lucy Westlake was hoping to become the youngest woman to reach the world's second-highest mountaintop, but encountered extreme weather.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
2 Former Northwestern Football Players Sue Over Hazing Allegations
Warren Long and a player identified as John Doe 2 said they were victimized by teammates starting as freshmen starting at Camp Kenosha.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Residents Now Have Another 'Effin' Breakfast Option
"Effin Egg" boasts unique food options as well as a creative marketing twist that owner Jeff Martin hopes catches on in Naperville.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Man Charged With Drunk Driving In Lisle, Had Young Son In Car: Police
Thaddeus Thompson, 38, had his 5-year-old son in his car when he was pulled over Sunday and police say they also found pot in the vehicle.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|News|
Oak Lawn Woman Brings Loaded Handgun Into Wheaton Courthouse: Police
Suheir Barham, 47, faces weapons charges after prosecutors said DuPage County deputies found a gun with one bullet in her backpack.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
14-Year-Old Boy With Gun Robs 12 People In 45 Minutes: Chicago PD
The juvenile is in custody and faces 12 counts of armed robbery after police said he held up victims during an early-morning crime spree.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
Northwestern Football Ready To 'Stare Adversity In The Face': Braun
Interim football coach David Braun says his team has shown resolve to move forward after a hazing scandal cost Pat Fitzgerald his job.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Delta Aquariid, Perseid Meteor Showers Ramp Up: When To Look Up In IL
Sky gazers willing to be outside looking after 2 a.m. in the coming days may get a glimpse of shooting stars, especially in darker areas.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
Pop Culture, Sci-Fi Stars To Appear At Chicago-Area Fan Expo
Expo Chicago, the longest-standing convention of its kind, includes appearances by Michael J. Fox, Susan Sarandon, Henry Winkler and others.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
IL Man Faces More Charges After Exposing Genitals Near Horses: Police
Jack Blanke of Quincy was previously charged with having sexual contact with a horse and is now charged with criminal trespass.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|News|
Poor Air Quality Prompts Bears To Cancel Training Camp Session
The team announced Wednesday's training camp practice will be moved indoors and that there will be no public access as scheduled.
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Chicago|News|
Chicago Blackhawks Owner Rocky Wirtz Dies After Short Illness
Wirtz, who took over ownership of the team in 2007, was 70 at the time of his death which came after a short illness.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
Northwestern Football Players To Skip Big Ten Media Days
Bryce Gallagher, Rod Heard II, and Bryce Kirtz said they don't want their participation in media day to be dominated by the hazing scandal.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
After $32K Donated, Mokena's NAWS Shelter Hopes To 'Move Forward'
The local non-kill animal shelter faced the possibility of closing permanently, but has rallied behind community support and relief vets.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Richton Park Mayor Wants Village To Be Bears' 'Lucky Winner'
Mayor Rick Reinbold sent a letter to Bears President Kevin Warren pitching the village and Southland region as a perfect home for the team.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Man Fled Police Before Crashing In Residential Yard: Cops
Police said Reid Sapato was driving 82 mph before he led cops on a chase that ended up on a dead-end road and eventually, in a backyard.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Man Fled Lisle Police Before Crashing In Residential Yard: Cops
Police said Reid Sapato was driving 82 mph before he led cops on a chase that ended up on a dead-end road and eventually, in a backyard.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Oak Creek, WI|News|
Former Oak Creek Teacher Had Sex With Student In Classroom: Police
Rachel Goodle, 22, faces criminal charges after prosecutors say she had an inappropriate relationship with a student that included sex.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Milwaukee, WI|News|
Milwaukee Bucks Assistant Griffin Mourns Death Of 2-Year-Old Grandson
Jayce Griffin died of natural causes, according to an Illinois coroner after the young boy was found unresponsive by his father on Saturday.
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