Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
- Elmhurst, IL
Hey there! I'm a graduate of Louisiana State University's Manship School of Mass Communication, where I studied print journalism, business and photography. I've worked as a reporter in Baton Rouge, LA, Sacramento, CA and New York City. I'll be keeping an eye on some of Chicago's western suburbs and Oak Lawn. If you see me out and about carrying my Patch tote bag, be sure to say hello. Let me know what you'd like to see more stories about in your community. Email news tips to morgan.searles@patch.com.
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Woodridge, IL|News|
Strong Winds Cause Road Closures, Signal Outages in Woodridge
Woodward Avenue is closed between Wheeler and Sunnydale.
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Public Works Summer Jobs Open to Students
Positions are open in the engineering, water and sewer, forestry and fleet services divisions.
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Village Board to Discuss I-290 Noise Walls, Aesthetics
Oak Park residents may leave comments online until noon Feb. 22.
Elmhurst|News|
Power Outages Reported in Oak Brook
Drivers are urged to use caution at intersections with non-functioning traffic signals.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Driver Sentenced in 2013 DUI Car Crash that Killed His Friend
William Decero of Downers Grove pleaded guilty to aggravated DUI for a crash that killed a Hinsdale man.
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Driver Sentenced in 2013 DUI Crash that Killed His Friend
William Decero of Downers Grove pleaded guilty to aggravated DUI.
Elmhurst|News|
Elmhurst Ranked Among America's Safest Cities
NeighborhoodScout has released its list of America's safest and most dangerous cities.
Elmhurst|News|
Suspicious Canvasser Claimed to be an Amazon Worker
Amazon representatives said they don’t send people out to customer’s homes to ask questions.
Elmhurst|News|
Mariano's Holding Open House Job Fair for New Westmont Store
The open house job fair will take place from Feb. 18 to 20.
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Mayor Martin Tully Named Governmental Leader of 2015
The DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference presented the annual leadership award.
Western Springs, IL|News|
Western Springs Attic Transformation Wins Remodeling Award
The unfinished attic space was turned into a studio for an accomplished local watercolorist.
La Grange, IL|News|
La Grange Library Board Seeks Applicants to Fill Vacancy
Trustee Reid Carlberg tendered his resignation, effective April 30.
La Grange, IL|News|
LGBA Seeks Event Planner for West End Art Festival
Interested candidates should forward resumes by March 15.
Elmhurst|News|
York High School Holds 2016 Mock Primary Election
The Young Politicians Club, sponsored by social studies teacher Justin Riskus, tallied the ballots.
Elmhurst|News|
Cops Catch Accused Burglar After Stolen Car Crashes on I-290
Police are still investigating a Valentine's Day home burglary in Oak Brook, in which two cars and other items were reported stolen.
Woodridge, IL|News|
Illinois Tollway to Host Career Opportunities Expo
Agencies, organizations and businesses will offer workshops, information and job opportunities Feb. 26.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Railroad Track Mechanism Catches Fire in Hinsdale
Hinsdale Fire Department crews quickly put out the Wednesday night track fire near the Oak Street Bridge.
Downers Grove, IL|News|
All Trust Home Care Seeks Caregivers for the Elderly
All Trust currently has a variety of positions for caregivers and CNAs in Hinsdale and Deerfield.
La Grange, IL|News|
Riverside Police Share Super Bowl Enforcement Results
Officers issued 16 citations over Super Bowl weekend.
