Oswego, IL|News|
Oswego Police Thanksgiving Campaign Yields 3 Arrests, Numerous Tickets
The Click It and Drive Sober campaign was conducted over a 10-day period and was part of a bigger enforcement effort for safe driving.
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|
REAL ID Deadline Extended Again: What It Means For Illinoisans
Federal officials have pushed the deadline to get Real ID cards to May 2025 due to lingering issues associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Gold Coin Worth $2,000 Placed Into Geneva Salvation Army Kettle
The one-ounce fine gold Standing Liberty coin was placed in the kettle outside of a local Starbucks and will go to help local families.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Valuable Gold Coin Placed Into Batavia Salvation Army Red Kettle
A gold American Buffalo coin valued at nearly $2,000 was recently placed into a kettle at a local Jewel store and will help local families.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park Cops Ignore Razors To Help Illinois State Police Trooper
After local officers raised more than $4,300 for Special Olympics in no-shave November, they'll continue the effort to help Brian Frank.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
How Many Of Nation’s 1.2M Same-Sex Couples Live In IL?
Data shows that nearly 43,000 same-sex couples are living in Illinois and that nearly 59 percent are married, which is up from past years.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Chicago Heights Sailor Ready For New Mission After Record Deployment
Frank Cary spent 137 days aboard the USS Newport News attack submarine which he calls one of the most rewarding experiences of his life.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
'Grandpa Series' Gives Orland Park Author A Gift No One Else Can Give
Brian Sullivan has written a pair of children's books inspired by his grandchildren who have provided him with stories and lessons to share.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Metra Holiday Train To Make Weekend Stops In Homewood, Flossmoor
The decorated train, which will have Santa and his elves aboard, will pass through the area on Saturday morning en route to Chicago.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
Santa Back In Mokena For Christmas: Where To See Him
Local kids can get photos taken with St. Nick at his Secret Workshop at Mokena Elementary on Saturday and at an upcoming breakfast.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Santa Back In Homewood-Flossmoor For Christmas: Where To See Him
Santa will make an appearance at the village's Holiday Lights Festival Friday and will visit local driveways later on this month.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Santa Back In Oak Forest For Christmas: Where To See Him
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available at Acorn Library on Dec. 10 and will also make several visits to local stores during December.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Santa Back In Chicago Heights For Christmas: Where To See Him
Santa will make an appearance at a kids' breakfast on Dec. 10 and will also be available for photos at local stores during December.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Santa Back In New Lenox For Christmas: Where To See Him
Santa will help kick off the village's Christmas In The Commons festival and will be available for photos at local stores during December.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Santa Back In Tinley Park For Christmas: Where To See Him
Santa will help kick off the festivities of the Tinley Toyland Parade on Saturday and will be available at local stores during December.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Santa Back In Orland Park For Christmas: Where To See Him
Santa will be making several appearances around the Orland Park area this year and will be available for photos at several area stores.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
82-Year-Old Midlothian Woman Located, Reunited With Family: Police
Gloria Smithson was reported missing on Thursday night, but police said she has been found and is no longer in danger as once feared.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Homewood Brewing Company Owner Focuses On The Finish Line, Not Bumps
Carmela Wallace broke ground this week on the brewery/restaurant she is opening in memory of her son, known as Juice WRLD, who died in 2019.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Flu Cases 'High' In IL As COVID, RSV Illnesses Climb
Illinois flu cases are in the high category as health experts are bracing for a bad winter both for the virus and for RSV cases among kids.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Deadline To Renew Expired Illinois Driver's Licenses, ID Arrives
Illinoisans have until the end of the day Thursday to renew expired IDs or licenses after the deadline was extended due to the pandemic.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
