Grayslake, IL|News|
Woman, 62, Dies After Fire Involving Home Oxygen System: Coroner
Kristi Roberts died Monday, four days after a fire at her home left her critically injured, authorities said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
- Crystal Lake-Cary, IL
Amie is an award-winning journalist with more than 20 years of professional writing and editing experience. She has been an editor with Patch since the company launched in 2010, and she started Lake in the Hills Patch. Currently, she manages several news websites in the Chicago area, including Crystal Lake-Cary Patch, Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Patch, Grayslake Patch and Libertyville Patch and works for the national breaking news team.
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Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Find Out Where McHenry County's Newest Lou Malnati's Will Open
The iconic Chicago deep-dish pizza chain is expanding into McHenry.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Driver Cited After 16-Year-Old Girl Struck In Cary Crosswalk: Police
The teenager was found lying in the roadway near a crosswalk Tuesday afternoon and flown to Loyola University Medical Center.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|News|
Fireworks, Santa, Holiday Market Planned For Mundelein's Winter Festival
The free Dec. 5 celebration will feature ice sculpting, train rides, live entertainment and the village's annual holiday tree lighting.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Lake In The Hills Holiday Decorating Contest, Lights Tour Return In December
Residents can compete for holiday decorating honors, while families can enjoy Santa visits and guided tours of illuminated homes.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Merry Cary Holiday Parade And Festival Returns Dec. 6
The event, organized by the Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. in downtown Cary.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Reindeer, Santa, Holiday Market Coming To Algonquin's Miracle On Main
The Dec. 5 celebration will feature live entertainment, ice sculpting, train rides, artisan vendors and the holiday tree lighting.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
St. Charles Holiday Homecoming To Feature Electric Christmas Parade, Tree Lighting
The two-day celebration Nov. 27-28 includes a free screening of "Elf," Santa visits, holiday shopping and more than 60 parade entries.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Holiday Drone Show, Parade Coming To Grayslake's Festival Of Lights
The annual Nov. 27 celebration will feature a new holiday-themed drone show, parade, horse-drawn carriage rides and a holiday market.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Vernon Hills, IL|News|
Vernon Hills Moving Annual Holiday Tree Lighting To Hawthorn Row
The Nov. 28 celebration will feature Santa's arrival, ice skating, a giant inflatable gingerbread slide and holiday vendors.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|News|
Beloved Clothing Store Files For Bankruptcy, Putting IL Locations At Risk
The struggling children's clothing retailer has filed for bankruptcy and may close some of its 14 Illinois stores.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|News|
Libertyville To Celebrate Holidays With Tree Lighting, Dickens Festival And Santa Parade
The village's holiday festivities include a downtown tree lighting Nov. 27, visits with Santa and more.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Sleigh Rides, Santa, Cocoa Crawl Coming To McHenry
Downtown McHenry's Holiday Walk will feature horse-drawn rides, festive storefronts, children's activities and thousands of twinkling lights
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Former School Counselor, Swim Coach Accused Of Offering Sex For Money Online
The 52-year-old former District 200 employee faces prostitution and disorderly conduct charges.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Woman, 54, Found Dead In Bathtub At Lake Co. Hotel: Authorities
Police said there is no indication of foul play after the woman was discovered during a well-being check Saturday night.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Crystal Lake's Festival Of Lights Parade Returns Nov. 27
The annual downtown celebration will feature illuminated floats, Santa Claus and the lighting of a new community holiday tree.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Round Lake Mother Granted Bond After 15 Months In ICE Detention
The 57-year-old woman, detained over decades-old retail theft convictions, could soon reunite with her daughters.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Man, 29, Killed In Green Oaks Crash
The driver was pronounced dead at an area hospital after his SUV struck a concrete barrier along Route 137 early Sunday, police said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|News|
New Winter Walk Brings Festive Lights, Free Family Fun To Independence Grove
The illuminated trail at Independence Grove will offer an evening stroll around the lake, with seasonal activities on select Fridays.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Judge Weighs Dismissal Of Lawsuit Over Massive Grayslake Data Center
A Lake County judge will issue a written ruling by Dec. 30 on whether the lawsuit challenging the T5 data center can proceed.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
