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1 in 10 Americans plan to boycott the Sochi Olympics this month because of Russian leader Vladimir Putin's policies. Will you?

Patch blogger and mama of two sheds light on the mistakes most parents make – and the checklist you need to get things right.

Attorney, mother, Patch blogger. Lori Duff shares a comical look at what happens when conflicting temperature needs exist in the same space.

The 2014 Olympics kick off Thursday in Sochi, Russia. There are several local athletes who will represent the Chicago area during this year’s winter Olympics.

Lonzo Guthrie. Credit: Douglas County Jail

Patch's daily roundup of local headlines from around the country.

The fewest claims are coming from the north and west.

Sarah Hoidahl takes delivery of her Hyundai Santa Fe that Ellen Degeneres bought for her on Feb. 6, 2014, at the Grappone dealership in Bow. Credit: Tony Schinella

Sarah Hoidahl, who works at Ruby Tuesday, is excited to have a new Hyundai Santa Fe.

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Cell phone scam relying on consumers to return missed numbers and then charging them has resurfaced in the south suburbs. Don't become a victim!

By AUTUMN JOHNSON Newark, California – A homeless man was arrested after police say he tried to sell a dog that had escaped from its yard earlier in the day. According

Patch and Zillow team up to bring you local real estate news.

Impress your littlest guests with this fun recipe.

22 North Gate Road, Mendham Township. Photo Credit: Zillow

Celebrity's home on the market for first time since her death in 2012.

Feds charge that former mayor in New Jersey defrauded a client and submitted falsified tax returns to purchase property.

Just in time for the 2014 Winter Olympics, cookbook author and Patch blogger Colleen Walsh Fong shows readers how to whip together a simple and delicious Greek Salad.

Marketing strategist Suzen Pettit shares her secrets to capturing an online audience.

One of the photos that leaked online from an adult pajama party at Medford's Krazy Kidz. (Facebook photo)

Patch's daily roundup of local headlines from around the country.

If you aren't tired of taxes yet, this may put you over the edge!

Tax rankings outpace home prices in our state.

I am not sitting here, 15 whole feet away from my kids, because I am too lazy to get up and help them climb the ladder. I brought them here so they could learn to climb it themselves.

Swimming pool, tennis court, stables, koi pond, exercise room ... and lots of bathrooms for the toilet lover in you. Wow!Houses.

I'm Boycotting the Olympics. Here's Why You Should, Too

How to Get Your Baby to Sleep Through the Night: Mom Shares her Secrets

Thermostat Wars: One Blogger’s (Hilarious) Quest for Comfort

Meet Your Chicago Area Olympians

DNA Breakthrough Leads to Arrest in 1974 Murder and More Stories From Patch

Illinois Cities With Low Unemployment: The Top 10

This Waitress' Simple Act of Generosity Garnered Acclaim – And a New SUV From Ellen

Watch Jay Leno Say Goodbye: Will You Miss Him or Was it Time to go?

'One Ring' Scam Hits Suburban Cell Phone Users

Homeless Man Tries to Sell Family's Pet

Search Foreclosed Homes in the Area, Feb. 7

Slumber Party Grub: Toaster Pastries

Whitney Houston's House is Yours for $1.5 Million

Trending: Former Mayor Fibbed and Fabricated on Land Buy, Feds Charge

Let the Games Begin – With Flavor!

How to Get Your Content Read on the Web

Trending: 'Not a Sex Party'; Woman Who Attended Adult PJ Party Speaks Out

Rent Not the Only Thing That’s Too Damn High. Take a Look at Illinois Property Taxes!

Please Don't Help My Kids

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