Hollywood, CA|News|
Legendary Actress Diane Keaton Dead At 79: Report
Keaton, an actress who starred in "The Godfather" and "Annie Hall", died at her home in California, according to a family spokesperson.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
US News
Edited by Patch Team Manager
Across America|News|
6 Killed, 20 Wounded In Shootings At Mississippi Homecoming Celebrations
Four of the dead were killed in downtown Leland, after a high school football homecoming game in the Mississippi Delta region.
Across America|News|
Divers Find $1M In Lost Spanish Coins At Aptly Named Location: Weird News & Oddities
Eeyore the dog “practically dragged” deputy to a woman who had fallen while walking him; escaped prisoner tried to hitch a ride in the nude.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Are Supersized Halloween Displays Too Extreme Or Terrifying? Block Talk
Americans are going large this year with realistic illusions and other extreme Halloween displays. Are you thumbs up or down on them?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
These Are The Top Halloween Costumes Of 2025
Taylor Swift is a billionaire, but her costumes and others inspired by pop culture can be fashioned for a song at thrifts.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
How The Federal Shutdown May Affect Air Travel
The head of the air traffic controllers union, Nick Daniels, stayed away from political comments, but he urged Congress to end the shutdown.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Stores No Longer Give Pennies In Change, Start Rounding As Supplies Run Short
Lobbyists beg Congress to create a national law allowing businesses to round transactions to the nearest nickel as pennies grow more scarce.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|Sponsored|
7 Ways to Prep for RMDs at Age 63
You have a decade before RMDs begin, but now may be the time to start planning.
Across America|News|
Draconid Meteor Storm Outburst Possible With This Week’s Peak: What To Know
An international team of scientists and astronomers, including those from NASA, predicted that 2025 could be an outburst year.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
CDC Unveils ‘Informed Consent’ Policy On COVID Vaccines
CDC says blanket recommendations of the past stopped a frank discussion of individual risks and benefits between patients and their doctors.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
It’s Banned Books Week: Here Are The Titles Most Often Removed From Libraries
“Censorship Is So 1984— Read for Your Rights” is the theme of Banned Books Week, Oct. 5-11. Events are planned around the country.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|Sponsored|
Conversations Are Now On Patch!
You can join local discussions, share what's happening in the neighborhood, and celebrate your community with our new Conversations feature.
Across America|News|
What To Do When Your Neighbor’s Weed ‘Smells Like A Skunk’s Behind’: Block Talk
Readers said part of living in a community is following not just explicit laws, but also social norms — like not polluting a neighbor’s air.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|Sponsored|
Pay Off Debt Faster — Without Piling On Higher Payments
A smarter way to tap into your home’s equity helps you cover expenses and cut stress without adding another heavy bill.
Across America|Sponsored|
How To Make Sure Your Renovations Pay Off in the Long Run
A smarter loan option helps you lower payments today and keep the full value of your upgrades tomorrow.
Across America|Sponsored|
Lower Payments, Less Stress: A Smarter Way To Tap Your Home Equity
A fresh approach helps you unlock your home’s value without refinancing or taking on heavy monthly debt.
Across America|Sponsored|
How To Reduce Your Second Mortgage Payment
Cut monthly costs and unlock your home’s equity without the stress of refinancing.
Across America|News|
Pasta In These Products Linked To Deadly Listeria Outbreak: Recall Roundup
NHTSA issues “park outside” alert for a popular luxury cars that may catch fire, warns that some name-brand car seats pose a choking hazard.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Recalled Radioactive Shrimp Could Still End Up On Americans’ Dinner Tables
There’s another problem with the cheap, farmed imports drowning the U.S. shrimping industry. It’s a loophole called the “re-export option.”
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
How A Nasty Parasite Called The Screwworm Is Literally Screwing With Beef Prices
With record beef prices, the New World screwworm is limiting feeder calf supply, which could drive the cost of a burger or steak higher.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
Where To Celebrate Taylor Swift’s ‘Life Of A Showgirl’ Release
Whether at a listening party, “The Fate of Ophelia” premiere at movie theaters, or Target’s midnight drop, Swifties have plenty of options.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
