Read the latest stories from Patch's team of local journalists
Across California, CA|
Drive-Thru Diary: McDonald's Adds Krispy Kreme Doughnuts To Its Menu
Can McDonald's bring mom-and-pop doughnut shop-loving Californians to the drive thru with fresh Krispy Kreme half dozens?
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|
Alsip Man Ordered Detained In Fatal Shooting Of Barbecure Host: POLICE
The 24-year-old man was 17 in August 2017 when he and two others fatally shot a man and wounded six others at a barbecue, prosecutors said.
Long Beach, CA|
Police Search For Stabbing Suspect In Long Beach Incident
A man was stabbed in Downtown Long Beach Wednesday night, police said.
Farmingdale, NY|
Vice Doughnuts Selling Special Pastries For Jonathan Diller's Family
All proceeds are going to the family. "We wish we could do everything short of turning back time," co-owner Gina O'Brien said.
Cinnaminson, NJ|
Burlington Co. Couple Conducted $4.5M Online-Dating Scheme: Feds
They pretended to strike up romantic relationships with online victims and then requested money for fake emergency needs, authorities said.
Stamford, CT|
Fresh&Co, A Fast-Casual Eatery, Opens First CT Location In Stamford
This represents the brand's 16th location overall, with other outposts in New York City and Florida.
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Suspected Carjacker Arrested In Temescal Valley: RSO
The sheriff's department was called and deputies quickly intervened, the law enforcement agency said.
New York City, NY|
Sandy-Battered West Side Ignored In Mayor's Climate Plans: Pols
Elected officials from Manhattan's west side want in on City Hall's climate resiliency plans after being passed over in Sandy funding.
North Fork, NY|
LI Opens Hearts For Wife, Baby Of Officer Killed: 'More Than A Hero'
Donations, from diapers to baby food, toys, gift cards and more are being collected to help the wife and baby of a LI NYPD officer killed.
Pittsburgh, PA|
Punxsutawney Phil Now A Papa
Punxsutawney Phil, America's most famous rodent, has reproduced. Get the details here.
Across New Jersey, NJ|
NJ Man's Death Prompts Bill To Teach Students About Fentanyl
Max's Law would require New Jersey schools to teach students about the dangers of fentanyl and xylazine abuse and prevention.
San Diego, CA|
Heavy Snow And Rain To Slam San Diego County Easter Weekend
An atmospheric river will bring heavy rain, snow and a risk of mudslides to the region Easter weekend.
Norristown, PA|
Man Who Kidnapped Infant In King Of Prussia Captured: US Marshals
The man was also charged with robbery in connection with the kidnapping.
Joliet, IL|
Tully Garrett's Final Comments On The Launching Pad
People from around the world watched the story unfold for the last year and a half of the demise of the Giant, Tully Garrett wrote.
Galloway, NJ|
Driver Killed, 2 Injured In Atlantic County Crash: Police
A Toyota rear-ended a Ford SUV, causing the Ford to run off the road, overturn and crash into three parked cars, state police said.
Reston, VA|
$10K Fundraiser Aimed To Introduce Arena Backers To Lawmaker
JBG Smith's CEO declined a January invitation to meet with the lawmaker who would later prevent the Potomac Yards arena deal from advancing.
Across America, US|
The Cicadas Are Coming! They’re Cool Science; You Can Eat Them, Too.
Two broods of periodical cicadas — evolutionary superstars in the bug world — will emerge from the ground, potentially in the trillions.
Berkeley, CA|
10 Michelin Guide Picks For Berkeley
These 10 restaurants get the nod, from the venerable Chez Panisse to budget-friendly Indian, Mexican or Thai.
Baltimore, MD|
Jobs In Limbo, Supply Chain Resilient After Baltimore Bridge Collapse
Thousands of shipping jobs are in limbo after the Key Bridge collapse. Car companies are rerouting shipments as port traffic is suspended.
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield's Chief Fiscal Officer Lands New Job In Norwalk
Jared Schmitt was named Fairfield's CFO in 2020.
Trumbull, CT|
Nathan's Famous Returns To Trumbull Mall, Black Pearl Coming Soon
Nathan's Famous hot dogs have returned to the Trumbull Mall after an approximately 15-year absence, and more new developments are planned.
Mid Hudson Valley, NY|
Poughkeepsie Book Festival To Feature 100 Authors Of Books For Youth
The free event is for families with children under 17 years of age and will have books of all kinds — fiction and nonfiction.
Marietta, GA|
All Clear Given At Dobbins Air Force Base After Police Probe
Cobb police officers and firefighters responded Wednesday to Dobbins Air Force Base after a suspicious vehicle was at the base's gate.
Danbury, CT|
Danbury IHOP Will Be First In CT To Serve Wine & Beer
Looking for a mimosa to wash down that sort stack, son? They'll be on the menu at the Danbury IHOP soon enough…
Ellicott City, MD|
Food Pantry Fills Void, Helps Special Students Learn Real-Life Skills
A food pantry at Atholton High School has helped to fill a void in Howard County while offering job training to special students.
Wallingford, CT|
Nonprofit Group Organizes Free Community Easter Dinner In Wallingford
A group of around 100 volunteers is putting together its annual Easter dinner for those in need and the homebound, according to organizers.
Burr Ridge, IL|
A Developer's $7M Offer To Burr Ridge
It would mean a new public works building for the village.
Across New Jersey, NJ|
Winning $1.13 Billion Mega Millions Ticket Sold In NJ
The winning ticket for the $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot, drawn Tuesday night, was sold in the Garden State, lottery officials said.
San Diego, CA|
San Diego Freeway Bridges Deemed Structurally Deficient
Overall, more than 42,400 of the nation's roughly 621,500 bridges are rated in poor condition.
St. Pete, FL|
96K Gallons Of Reclaimed Water Spilled During Line Break: St. Pete
Thousands of gallons of reclaimed water that spilled during a March 20 line break flowed into the bay, the city of St. Petersburg said.