Grayslake, IL|News|
Teen Reported Missing From Lake County, May Have Left The State: Police
Thomas Thompson, 18, was last seen leaving school yesterday, police 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.
Before her time with Patch.com, she worked for daily newspapers, specializing in crime and court coverage as well as politics and local government.
You can reach Amie by e-mail at amie.schaenzer@patch.com.
Posting Activity
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Award-Winning Farmers Market To Soon Reopen For Summer Season
The Farmers Market+ At The Dole in Crystal Lake is set to start its outdoor summer season on Sunday, May 24.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Cable Wakeboarding Season Begins at The Quarry Cable Park In May
All you need to know if you decide to stop out to the Quarry Cable Park in Crystal Lake for opening weekend, this summer.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|News|
Beer Garden At Independence Grove Will Soon Reopen For The Season
Sip local craft beers and enjoy lakeside views as the beer garden at Independence Grove kicks off its seasonal opening.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
51 New Felony Charges Filed Against St. Charles Man In ‘Upskirt’ Video Case
A forensic search of Jascent M. Harvey’s phone uncovered hundreds of secretly recorded “upskirt” videos, according to report
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
AJ Freund Case: Appellate Court Upholds Conviction Of Former DCFS Worker
Carlos Acosta failed to act on clear signs of abuse, returning 5-year-old A.J. Freund to his mother’s custody, the appellate court affirmed.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
Historic St. Charles Dairy Plant Could See New Life With $30K City Grant
City may fund infrastructure upgrades as developers plan retail and office space in long-vacant Riverside Avenue building.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Trump-Themed Shop Closes Crystal Lake Location
The store recently moved to a new location on South Virginia Road, but the owner says business has slowed dramatically.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Lake County Man Convicted Of Threatening To Kill Trump, Other Officials
Trent Schneider, 58, of Winthrop Harbor, was found guilty of “making a true threat in interstate commerce to injure a person."
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Man Found Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity For Stabbing Relative
The victim suffered serious injuries. Brandon Motter will be placed in a state mental health facility, according to reports.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Pedestrian Hit By 3 Cars, Hospitalized With Life-Threatening Injuries: Police
The collision happened Saturday night on Grand Avenue near Dilleys Road in Gurnee, police said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|News|
Semi-Truck Driver Dies On I-94 Near Libertyville After Medical Emergency: Authorities
A 63-year-old man was found unresponsive in his truck. Authorities say death appears heart-related pending toxicology results
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Murder Plot Foiled After Man With Knife Found Inside Home: Police
Police responded to a home in Huntley and found the 21-year-old man inside the Huntley residence, armed with a knife.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Semi-Truck Overturns In McHenry County, Blocks Traffic
Drivers are advised to avoid Route 120 while emergency crews continue their response.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
18-Year-Old Airlifted to Hospital After Puncture Injury Near H.S.
Authorities say the injury occurred late Friday night and the investigation is ongoing.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Missing 15-Year-Old Found Safe: Huntley Police
The girl hadn't been seen since Friday night.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Bathroom Peeper | $27M Estate Hits Market | Store Closings | Can't Miss Spring Events
Car goes into house, almost hits elderly woman | Man accused of making shooting threat | MLB team valuations.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
TicketsNow Founder’s Estate Listed For $27M
The 490-acre Woodstock estate, developed by TicketsNow founder Mike Domek, features a golf course, lakes, and luxury amenities.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Man Secretly Filmed People In Store Restrooms: Police
The man is accused of recording inside a restroom stall at the Meijer in Sycamore.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
City, Developers Clash On Affordable Housing In Upcoming St. Charles Projects
Developers say setting aside affordable units could create a revenue shortfall, according Shaw Local.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
