Aurora, IL|News|
Man Found Shot In Car: Aurora Police
The 22-year-old man was found with gunshot wounds inside a vehicle near 5th Avenue and Bangs Street. He is now in critical condition.
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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Chicago|News|
Bears Considering Soldier Field South Lot Property For Dome: Report
670 The Score, citing sources, says the team is doing due diligence for the property as a possible site for a multi-million dollar stadium.
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Joliet, IL|News|
Joliet Man Sent Back To Prison After Having Gun While On Release: Feds
Gary McDonald was on a court-appointed release until 2025 from a previous conviction but was found to have a gun in his possession.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Batavia 'Power Couple' Named 2023 Citizens Of The Year
Dave and Marge Brown, who have established a reputation for serving their community, will be honored by the Chamber of Commerce in April.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Drivers Can Expect Delays As Gas Line Is Repaired: PD
Crews are working on the southbound lane of East York Street and McCoy Drive to repair the line and residents may smell natural gas odors.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Letters To Santa: Aurora Girl Asks For Mom, Sisters To Be Happy
Zoey, 9, says she isn't asking for much but wants some clothes and for her mom and sisters to be happy after her grandfather's death.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
No One Injured In Mokena House Fire After Residents, Pet Escape: FD
The single-family residence on Marshall Court was reported Wednesday night and officials said flames could be seen from blocks away.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Utility Delays Again Push Wolf's Crossing Traffic Reopening Back
Traffic at Harvey Road in Oswego was to have opened early this month, but utility delays tied to the lane expansion project have continued.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Joliet Convicted Murderer Gets 12 Years For 2021 Fatal Shooting
Ben Rockett, 71, was convicted as an armed habitual criminal in connection with the death of his live-in girlfriend after an argument.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora PD Awarded DOJ Grant For De-Escalation Training
The department received nearly $80,000 in grant funding from the Department of Justice, which was one of just 46 grants awarded nationwide.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Remembers Father David Engbarth For Love, Service To City
Engbarth, who served as a faith leader at several parishes in Aurora for 45 years, died at the age of 75 the day before Thanksgiving.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
'Hello There, Illinois': Parton's Imagination Library Arrives
County music legend Dolly Parton's initiative sends free books to young kids and the state will devote $1.6 million to the program in 2024.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Elgin, IL|News|
Man Killed Near Elgin After Mother's Foot Slips Off Brake: PD
Police say Steve Ackmann died after he was struck by an SUV that his mother was moving in her driveway when she accidentally hit the gas.
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Elgin, IL|News|
Elgin Cop Faces Child Porn Charges, Arrested On Duty: AG
Jordan Collins, a five-year veteran of the department, was arrested after investigators said they found child porn at his Kirkland home.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Plainfield District 202 Bands, Choirs To Present Holiday Performances
All four Plainfield high schools will offer their annual Holiday Collage concerts that feature local bands, choirs, and musical ensembles.
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Plainfield, IL|News|
No Threat To D202 Schools After Social Media Post Raised Concerns
Plainfield school staff referred to "recent social media posts" and asked parents to use an online portal to report concerns.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Fruit Recall Expands As Salmonella Cases Increase: See IL Impact
Salmonella-tainted cantaloupe has sickened 117 people nationwide, including six in Illinois, and left two people dead across 34 states.
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Chicago|News|
Chicago Players Live Through 'Eye-Opening' Squid Game Reality Show
As "Squid Game: The Competition" reaches its climax, eight Chicago-area participants experienced a series of unforeseen twists and turns.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
CVS, With Over 200 IL Stores, Unveils Plan To Transform Drug Pricing
CVS Health on Tuesday unveiled its plan to overhaul drug pricing at its roughly 9,500 retail pharmacies. Here’s what you need to know.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
BNSF Track Repairs Creates Detours For Aurora Drivers
Crews will be making repairs to tracks on Indian Trail Road at Highland Avenue, which will limit westbound traffic until Thursday morning.
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