Manhattan, IL|News|
Scout Hopes To Help Fill Elwood Veterans Cemetery With Flags
Finn Rafferty is working toward his Eagle Scout and wants to make placing American flags at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery easier.
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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Joliet, IL|News|
St. Joseph's Chief Nursing Officer Resigns After 6 Months
Margaret Carroll stepped down from her role at a time when the hospital and union nurses have failed to negotiate a new contract.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Raw Ground Beef Produced In IL Recalled For Possible E. Coli: Feds
Nearly 7,000 pounds of ground beef that was processed at a Coal City meat manufacturer has been recalled due to E coli contamination.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Quadrantid Meteors: IL Weather For 2024’s 1st Shooting Star Show
Star gazers will get their chance to witness 2024's first shooting stars in the early morning hours of Thursday under partly cloudy skies.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
What’s Going On With REAL ID? Things To Know In IL
The deadline for obtaining a REAL ID is still more than a year away, giving Illinois residents time to decide if they actually need one.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Crete Man Helped Steal $1,600, Cigarettes From Indiana BP Station: PD
Demarco (Shanky) Guy is being held without bond after police said he displayed a weapon in a gas station hold-up with another man.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park Scout Uses Passion For Veterans To Pursue Top Honor
Finn Rafferty hopes to raise $1,200 to help place flags at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in his pursuit of the prestigious Eagle Scout.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Chicago|News|
Dolton Woman Charged After Striking State Police Cruiser On I-57: ISP
Lizabeth Williams was charged with DUI, drug possession, and other charges after police said she hit the vehicle on New Year's Eve.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Ex-Providence Catholic Hockey Player Bullied, Sexually Harassed: Suit
The player's family seeks more than $1 million from the school, maintaining that 50 complaints against Providence players were not heeded.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Shift Change: Oak Forest Nurse Planned To Work, Welcomes Jan. 1 Baby
Samantha Lale was scheduled to work New Year's Eve but instead gave birth to a baby boy Franklin at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Tinley Park Christmas Tree Pickup Wraps Up This Week
The village said Homewood Disposal for pick-up trees that do not include lights, ornaments, or tinsel on residents' normal collection day.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Indiana Man Begins Long Road To Recovery After 'Christmas Miracle'
Matt Reum remains hospitalized after being trapped in his truck off I-94 for nearly a week, and a GoFundMe has raised more than $82,000.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
2023's Most-Read Stories On Mokena Patch
From local tragedies to a beloved Mokena brew pub closing its doors for the final time, the past year offered some memorable stories.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Lower Gas Prices Forecast For MI In 2024: Here’s Why
After gas prices in the state hovered over $3.50 per gallon for much of 2023, the price of gas should drop nearly 40 cents in most areas.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Lower Gas Prices Forecast For IL In 2024: Here’s Why
After gas prices in the state hovered around $4 per gallon for much of 2023, the price of gas should drop nearly 40 cents in most areas.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Winter Ale Fest To Feature 150 Craft Beers, Specialty Tents
Illinois' largest winter beer festival will include stouts, double IPAs, barrel-aged brews, and other specialty drinks in late February.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
Where To Celebrate New Year's Eve 2023 Around Mokena
Several celebrations will include champagne toasts, dancing, comedy shows, and other festivities as revelers ring in the start of 2024.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Lisle's Wheatstack Restaurant, Bar To Close Permanently On Sunday
The eatery located at River Bend Golf Club known for Midwest comfort cuisine announced the difficult choice to cease operations on Jan. 1.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Daily Parking Rate At Naperville Metra Train Lots Kicks In Monday
After the city council voted to eliminate a quarterly payment system, the new $3 daily rate will go into effect at lots around Naperville.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Land Donation Could Kickstart Plainfield Art Scene, Mayor Says
The owner of a "neglected" plot of land near Route 30 and 59 gave the village the land that could help to enhance Plainfield's image.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
