Huntley, IL|News|
Huntley Teen With Cancer Gets A Lift From A Chance NFL Encounter
Lucas Gidelski was diagnosed with lymphoblastic lymphoma, which got the attention of the Detroit Lions and receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown.
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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Grayslake, IL|News|
Grayslake Post Office Could Be Named After Fallen Local Soldier Dimock
The U.S. House passed a resolution that would name the post office after U.S. Army Specialist Joey Dimock, who was killed in action in 2010.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
IL Retailers Closed On Thanksgiving: Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Others
Several big box stores and retailers will be closed on Thanksgiving to allow employees to spend holiday time at home with their families.
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Chicago|News|
Taylor Swift Ticket Sale Canceled; Singer To Play 3 Dates In Chicago
Ticketmaster announced it is canceling Friday's public sale for the pop star's upcoming Eras tour due to insufficient amounts of tickets.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Thanksgiving Dinner In Illinois: How Much Will It Cost To Feed 10?
With inflation at a 40-year-high, the average holiday meal for 10 people will cost $66 this season, which represents a 13 percent jump.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
Holidays Kick Off This Weekend With Mokena Tree Lighting, Caroling
The festivities including the annual Parade of Lights along Front Street, which sets off weeks of holiday events for the community to enjoy.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
USPS, With Fewer Holiday Workers Than In Past, Hires In Illinois
The postal service has about 100 job openings around the state for seasonal workers in Illinois, where the unemployment rate is 4.5 percent.
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Chicago|News|
Buttigieg To Visit Chicago To Tout O'Hare Infrastructure, Training
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg's appearance comes as the airport is in the midst of planning a $12.1 billion terminal rebuild.
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Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
Round Lake Man Sentenced To 4 Years Prison In Cary Gas Station Robbery
Bryan Leider, 34, pleaded guilty to aggravated robbery charges in connection with a January robbery when he took cash and a bottle of soda.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Slaying Of Mall Security Officer: Suspect Still At Large
The 57-year-old man was shot after police said a suspect robbed a River Oaks Mall jewelry store and began firing a gun, hitting two people.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
Northwestern Medical Hospitals In McHenry, Huntley Receive Top Marks
Both local hospitals received a grade of an 'A' in the fall hospital safety report, which analyzed more than 3,000 hospitals across the U.S.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
McHenry County Board Approves $263.8M Budget, Minor Increased Tax Levy
The fiscal year 2023 budget includes a 1.4 percent increase, which is lower than the bump officials could've sought due to inflation rates.
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Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Mall Security Officer Shot During Possible Robbery Attempt: Report
The shooting took place inside River Oaks Mall, where police said that a jewelry store may have been the target of a robbery attempt.
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Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
Crystal Lake Woman Behind 'Nikki Gets Fit' Gets Real On Social Media
Nikki Madoch has taken a large Instagram and YouTube audience on a weight loss journey that's been life-changing for her and her followers.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
St. Charles Man Found Guilty Of 2019 Sexual Assault, Home Invasion
Jason A. Carter faces up to six years in prison after a jury convicted him of sexually assaulting a neighbor while she slept on her couch.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Illinois Sen. Hastings Wins Re-Election After 'Extreme Challenges'
Updated vote tallies show that Michael Hastings beat 19th District challenger Patrick Sheehan by 938 votes in last week's midterm election.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Fall Hospital Safety Grades: Which IL Hospitals Got Top Marks
A total of 27 hospitals across Illinois received top marks in the latest hospital rankings while one Chicago hospital got a failing grade.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Illinois Voters Approve Workers Right Amendment Measure, AP Projects
The Illinois constitutional amendment guarantees the rights of workers to bargain collectively for working conditions, salary, and hours.
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Chicago|News|
Chicago Fans Hoping To Grab Taylor Swift Tickets Experience Long Waits
Ticketmaster called Tuesday's presale included a "historically unprecedented" demand for presale tickets, causing the online site to crash.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Best Nursing Homes In IL: 86 Ranked ‘High Performing’ By U.S. News
More than 50 short-term homes and 35 long-term residences for older residents made the list while more than 400 homes were below average.
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