I knew I wanted to be a writer at a young age, and never dreamed of doing anything else. My love of writing was born when a grade-school teacher encouraged me to try my hand at fiction. I took her advice, but quickly gave up make-believe stories for the real thing.
I got involved with my high school newspaper before double majoring in journalism and English.
I graduated in 2002 and landed my first newspaper job within six months. I spent eight years at The Enterprise newspaper in Plainfield, where I developed my passion for community journalism.
When a coworker pointed me in the direction of Patch.com, I jumped at the chance to be part of the future of local news.
Mama dog found in snow | Congressman blasts use of tear gas | Meet 'Christmas Story' actor | Blizzard photos | Thousands still without power
Also: Arrests for DUI, battery and more reported by Romeoville police.
An E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce has sickened 43 people in the United States, including 2 people in Illinois.
Police said the BB gun has been confiscated.
Sending gifts to loved ones outside of Illinois? Here's when you need to mail them.
Andi French had worked for the township since 1997 and stepped down amid allegations of storing personal items on public property.
Christmas decorations start fire | Cop sued after crash | Snow delays state champs celebration | Ex-Trump aide ordered to prison
He was convicted of sexually abusing a 16-year-old in Will County when he was 53. Now he faces charges in two more counties.
A celebration was held earlier this year to honor the longtime village employee and raise money for Edward Cancer Center.
Residents have another week to get rid of their yard waste. Find out the new pickup dates.
The stolen trailer and chassis contained more than 11,000 coffee makers.
Last night's winter storm left some in the area without power.
Plus, more flight cancellations during one of the busiest travel days of the year as many try to get home after the Thanksgiving holiday.
Plus information on power outages and snowfall totals.
Plus information on power outages and snowfall totals.
Pope taps Cupich for anti-abuse summit | Off-duty cop shoots teen | Show us your lights | Gun found in crotch | Homeowner opens fire
Funeral for fallen cop | Carson's reinvented | Cops look to ID trio at bar shooting | Thanksgiving parade | Teacher's child porn sentence
Small Business Saturday — it’s on Nov. 24 this year — helps local businesses in Oswego compete.
It’s traditional for many Americans to say what they’re grateful for at Thanksgiving. We want to know you’re thankful for.
New toys can be dropped off at all four Plainfield fire stations.
