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Found: Missing Rogers Park Man Often Spent Time Evanston
Family and friends are searching for 32-year-old Michael Harding, who was last seen in downtown Chicago on Friday, June 21.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
- Evanston, IL
I have worked for Patch as a local editor since September 2010, when I launched the Northbrook Patch site. I ran that site until taking over as editor in Evanston in May 2012.
I have been involved with the news business since age 12, when my first job was stuffing papers (folding the arts section into the news section, which came separately) for a local newsstand in my hometown. Within a year, I was promoted to selling them on the street, where my biggest sales day coincided with the impeachment of Bill Clinton.
I attended college at the University of Chicago, where I majored in English and wrote for the school newspaper, The Maroon. I went on to earn a master of science degree from the Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia University.
While in New York, I covered community news for the weekly Our Town, in addition to writing for the alternative weekly New York Press.
Following graduation, I spent two years in St. Louis, working full-time as associate editor for the weekly newspaper Ladue News while freelancing for the West End Word.
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First Northern Credit Union Expanding In Former BOA Space
Evanston’s First Northern Credit Union has acquired the former Bank of America building at 1705 Sherman Ave.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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Pritzker Team: $22M Plan Would ‘Beautify, Improve’ Harley Clarke Mansion
A team working for Col. James Pritzker says their plan would faithfully restore the landmark Evanston building while maintaining beach access to the public.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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Burglar Steals Gold and Silver Watches, Wedding Band
The following information was reported by the Evanston Police Department on Wednesday, June 26, 2013. Where arrests are included, it does not indicate a conviction.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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Supreme Court Strikes Down DOMA; Schakowsky Calls It 'Extraordinary Moment'
The Supreme Court's ruling on the Defense of Marriage Act is a boon for same-sex unions.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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$7M Winnetka Mansion Features 2 Master Suites, 2 Wine Cellars
The lakefront home offers plenty of other luxurious features.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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Thief Swipes Wallet In Grocery Store
The following information was reported by the Evanston Police Department on Tuesday, June 25, 2013. Where arrests are included, it does not indicate a conviction.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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Hoosier Mama Pie, Dollop Coffee Coming Soon to Evanston
The latest new businesses in Evanston include an outpost of the Chicago-based pie shop, an artisan bakery on Dempster and a children's resale shop at Evanston Plaza.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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Mother of Slain Teen Advocates For Assault Weapons Ban
Speaking before the Evanston city council, Carolyn Murray held up the blood-stained shirt a friend was wearing the night Murray's 19-year-old son, Justin, was shot.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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Evanston Assault Weapons Ban Draws Heated Debate
Supporters and opponents of a proposed assault weapons ban spoke passionately to Evanston city council members Monday.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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Pickpocket Bumps Victim, Steals Wallet at CTA Station
The following information was reported by the Evanston Police Department on Monday, June 24, 2013. Where arrests are included, it does not indicate a conviction.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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'Bling Ring' Pairs Celebrity With Local Talent
Patch reviews Sofia Coppola's 'Bling Ring,' starring Winnetka native Katie Chang.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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Evanston Mom Seeks Community's Help Addressing Violence From The Inside Out
Patch columnist Christine Wolf talks to Julie Burkett, who is seeking the community's help implementing The Inside Out Project -- the world's largest participatory art project.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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Council To Discuss Assault Weapons Ban Monday
Members of the Evanston city council are expected to consider an ordinance that would ban assault weapons in Evanston during Monday night's meeting.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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Police: Reports of Gunfire Center Around ETHS
Evanston police released a map showing every location where someone reported that shots were fired during the first half of 2013.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
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Police: Man Steals Back Car He Just Sold, Fowl Statues Take Flight
A look at weird crimes in the northern Chicago suburbs.
Jennifer Fisher, Patch Staff
