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Highland Park, IL|
Illinois Cannabis Industry Pushes For Ban On Hemp-Derived Delta-8 THC
Nearly 5 years after they legalized the retail sale of cannabis, Illinois lawmakers have filed a bill to regulate hemp-derived THC and CBD.
Joliet, IL|
Laundry Attack At Senior Suites Joliet On 4th Floor: JPD
Earl Payne, who is 66, spent three days in Will County's Jail after his Joliet police arrest. Now, he's been released under the SAFE-T-Act.
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|
Bomb Threat Closes Marlboro Schools Thursday: District
Marlboro school officials initially called for a two-hour delay after the district received the threat in an email.
Napa Valley, CA|
Napa DA Files Homicide Charges In Double-Fatal Shooting
John Nicholson, 22, of Vallejo is charged with two homicides—crimes carried out with planning and sophistication, prosecutors said.
Elmhurst, IL|
Hedge Fund CEO Boosts Elmhurst Candidate
He runs a business that manages more than $75 billion in assets.
St. Pete, FL|
‘Au Naturel’ St. Pete Yard Named A Certified Wildlife Habitat
A St. Pete artist and writer has been recognized by the National Wildlife Federation for turning her yard into a safe space for FL wildlife.
Arlington Heights, IL|
Driver Killed After Fiery Crash At Hoffman Estates Toll Plaza: Police
BREAKING: Illinois State Police said the car became engulfed in fire following the early Thursday morning crash on Interstate 90.
Temecula, CA|
Sheriff Chad Bianco's Possible Run For CA Governor: 'Kind Of A Maybe'
"A number of elected officials and leaders" have allegedly approached the Riverside County lawman about jumping into the 2026 race.
Long Beach, CA|
Suspect Fatally Shot By Long Beach Police At MacArthur Park
According to Long Beach police, the armed suspect refused to comply with officers' orders which resulted in the shooting.
Huntington, NY|
Huntington's Blue Line Deli Raises $4K For Northport Charity
Part of the proceeds will be used to bring chocolate-drizzled popcorn to children battling cancer. The foundation is "utterly grateful."
Malibu, CA|
Malibu Plans Community Workshop To Air Details Of SMMUSD Separation
The road to separate Malibu and Santa Monica school districts is long, winding and complex. Officials want to help explain it all.
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Seeks Repayment Of Severance Money From Kupchick
Former First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick received a severance of more than $11,000 from the town, following her election defeat in the fall.
Concord, NH|
NH Heroin Dealer, Fugitive Wanted On Arson, Theft Charges In Maine
Nathanael Tirado-Rodriguez, on the lam since September 2021, is considered armed and dangerous; he has a criminal history in 4 states.
Los Angeles, CA|
Police Warn Of Brazen Sexual Assault Suspect Who Attacked Motorist
Authorities are warning residents of an armed man who approached a vehicle and forced a driver to drive to a place where could assault her.
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich Marks 1-Year Anniversary Of Ukraine Sister City Relationship
Greenwich established a sister city relationship with Izyum, a city in the Northeastern part of Ukraine, in April 2023.
North Fork, NY|
'Poor Parker', Pup Left At Shelter, Finds Forever Home
"We're super thankful to be able to find homes for some of the longer-stay dogs by having them posted on Patch!"
Shelton-Derby, CT|
Shelton McDonald's Moves Closer To Reality After More P&Z Discussion
Planning and Zoning commissioners continued discussion of the proposed McDonald's and said action would be taken at a future meeting.
Oak Lawn, IL|
Flair With Hair Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary In Chicago Ridge
An old-school beauty parlor in Chicago Ridge gets a second life as Flair With Hair with a ribbon cutting, raffles & more Thursday, April 18.
New York City, NY|
'Ms. Rachel' Dings Mayor Over $400M Early Childhood Cuts
The children's YouTube star has a little song for Eric Adams: "Parents are really struggling to find affordable, high-quality childcare."
Across America, US|
‘Cicada-Cation’ Planning: When, Where To Go To Hear Trillions Of Bugs
Love ’em or hate ’em — and there are legions on both sides — two broods of periodical cicadas emerging this year make a loud impression.
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Mastic Man Fired Gun Outside Of His Home: Police
It happened at around 7 p.m.; no one was injured, Suffolk police say.
Mendham-Chester, NJ|
Department Of Defense Picks Mendham Grad For Competitive STEM Programs
College freshman Gabriella Ager is working with scientists at Picatinny Arsenal, and pursuing a STEM career with the Department of Defense.
Bel Air, MD|
Abandoned Dog Loses Puppies, Rescuers Lead Her To Fresh Start
Volunteers tracked a dumped dog looking for her puppies for more than 2 months and saved her. Where she found her home surprised a rescuer.
Enfield, CT|
Man Held On $1 Million Bond After Illegal Firearms Seized: Enfield PD
An investigation into narcotics sales at a house on Francis Avenue led to seizure of some illegal weapons from a car, police said.
Lacey, NJ|
Petition Launched To Save Band Director From Lacey Budget Cuts
Another year of budget cuts in the Lacey Township School District have students fighting to keep their favorite educators.
Fairfax City, VA|
1 Occupant Injured In Fire At 2-Story Fairfax Home Built In 1910
Fairfax County firefighters are battling a house fire on Steven Martin Drive Wednesday morning. Access to Five Oaks Road was blocked.
Tewksbury, MA|
Tewksbury Select Board Approves YMCA Programming Contract
The YMCA will operate programming out of the recreation center beginning next month.
Danbury, CT|
Large Brewpub And Beer Garden Approved For Danbury's West Side
Elicit Brewing Company will move into the 14,000-square-foot retail space vacated by Barnes & Noble in Danbury last spring.
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|
New Co-Op Grocery Store Opening Next Month In McHenry County
The co-op grocery store will open May 15 in Woodstock.
Manassas, VA|
Manassas Symphony Orchestra Offers 'Change Of Pace' At Latest Concerts
From a May performance with an acclaimed clarinetist to a synchronized show, the Manassas orchestra is working to engage more listeners.