Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
'Anastasia' Coming To Buffalo Grove Stage For 6 Performances
Big Deal Productions’ cast includes performers from Buffalo Grove and across the Chicagoland area.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
- Northbrook, IL
Hello, thanks for checking out my profile. I'm an editor for Patch, covering Northbrook, Glenview, Deerfield, Arlington Heights and Buffalo Grove.
I was born and raised in Upstate New York in Saratoga Springs, moving to Chicagoland in 2014, and live here with my wife and son.
I've been in the journalism/media business for more than 25 years in a variety of roles including managing editor, executive editor, news editor and sports reporter. You could say hyperlocal news is in my blood, so Patch is a perfect fit.
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Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Wrongful Death Suit Filed After Woman Chokes At Rolling Meadows Group Home
The lawsuit alleges Clearbrook failed to follow Emily Kasanga’s care plan, which required close supervision while eating.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
Buffalo Grove Company Acquired After 4 Generations Of Family Ownership
Chicago Show, founded in 1902, was acquired by Grand Rapids entrepreneur Mike Hofmann.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Infrared Heated Yoga Studio Opening In Arlington Heights
Still Yoga, co-founded by Arlington Heights locals James Babiarz and Paige Prudden, opens July 18.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Kids Working Hard, Beating A Drum For Norway And An Abandoned Car: IL In Photos
This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Lake County Sheriff's Deputies Issue 36 Citations During July 4 Campaign
The enforcement effort was part of the statewide Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over and Click It or Ticket campaigns.
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Deerfield, IL|News|
First West Nile Virus-Positive Mosquitoes Found In Deerfield
West Nile virus is most commonly spread through the bite of an infected mosquito.
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Northbrook|News|
Northbrook Police Chief Retires After 30 Years With Department
Chief John Ustich joined the Northbrook Police Department in 1996 and served in several roles before becoming chief.
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Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
Person Of Interest In Wheeling Death Released Without Charges: Report
Wheeling police continue investigating the death of a 55-year-old man who was found unresponsive after an apparent domestic incident.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Northbrook|News|
Northbrook Chamber To Host 2026 Small Business Expo
Connect 2 Grow will feature local businesses, service providers, nonprofits and government agencies at the Renaissance Chicago North Shore.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Arlington Heights Mayor Says Bears Stadium Talks Won't Happen 'Behind Closed Doors'
Trustees voted on extending sign variations for a Bears-owned electronic billboard near the former Arlington Park property site.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Your Dog's Name May Be More Popular Than You Think In Illinois
U.S. News said its analysis was based on about 80,000 dog names and state residencies.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Wife Stores Body Parts Of Stabbed Hubby In Freezer: Prosecutors + K9 Helps Stop Burglary | Illinois PatchPM
8-year-old killed by lightning | Driver kills man changing tire | Teacher creates explicit images of kids with AI | Man found fatally mauled
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
How IL Taxes Beer, Wine And Spirits, And How Those Industries Help Main Street
Beer, wine and spirits are taxed differently, measured differently and regulated differently from state to state.
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Glenview, IL|News|
Aggravated Discharge Of Firearm Arrest: Glenview Police Blotter
Glenview police also reported retail thefts, identity thefts, a commercial burglary and DUI arrests.
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Deerfield, IL|News|
Cocaine, Fentanyl, Ketamine Charges: Lake County Sheriff Blotter
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office also reported arrests involving aggravated domestic battery, DUI and warrants.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Kitchen Fire Extinguished At Arlington Heights Restaurant
Officials said a gas line attached to a rice cooker broke while an employee was cleaning behind it.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
These Fruits, Vegetables May Be Linked To IL's Growing Parasite Outbreak
Cyclosporiasis infects the small intestine (bowel) and usually causes frequent, watery and explosive diarrhea.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Northbrook|News|
Northbrook Student Graduates From Ole Miss; Others Earn Miami Honors
Part of Patch’s ongoing College Credits series highlighting local student achievements during the 2025-26 school year.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
Glenview Students Named To Miami University President’s List
Part of Patch’s ongoing College Credits series highlighting local student achievements during the 2025-26 school year.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff