Patty Wetli is a journalist based in Chicago, Illinois. She writes for WTTW/Chicago PBS and Outdoor News, focusing on local news and events in the Chicago area. Her articles cover a range of topics, including weather, wildlife, community events, and environmental issues.
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Patty's coverage indicates a focus on local events, weather patterns, and their impact on the community in Chicago and Illinois. She seems particularly interested in stories related to weather phenomena, seasonal changes, and their effects on daily life.
Given her interest in scientific topics such as weather patterns and natural phenomena, Patty may be open to pitches from experts who can provide insights or analysis related to these areas. For example, meteorologists or environmental scientists could offer valuable perspectives on how specific weather events are impacting the region.
She also covers house & home themes which might indicate an interest in content about home maintenance during extreme weather conditions or tips for preparing homes for seasonal changes.
Additionally, considering her coverage of entertainment news and cultural/societal topics alongside event coverage attributes suggests she may be receptive to pitches that tie into local events or festivals happening around Chicago.
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By: Patty Wetli
Enjoy an extra hour of sleep this weekend as clocks "fall back" an hour with the return to standard time.
By: Patty Wetli
While all eyes have been on next week’s presidential election, another important local race has flown under the radar. We’re talking about the vote for Chicago’s official bird.
By: Patty Wetli
October finished the way it started: With an uncommonly warm 70-degree day.
By: Patty Wetli
Nature was on the ballot in several suburban counties, with forest preserve and conservations districts in DuPage, Kane, Lake and McHenry asking for funding increases to support land acquisition, habitat restoration and ongoing maintenance.
By: Patty Wetli, Mayur Gadge
With Halloween in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to get rid of all those rotting jack-o’-lanterns.
Chicago’s embattled music festival scene has lost one of its premier events, at least for 2025.
By: Patty Wetli
A juvenile osprey given a metal ID band as part of Cook County’s program. (Courtesy Forest Preserve District of Cook County)
By: Patty Wetli
A rendering of the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park proposed for the Southeast Side. (Credit: Lamar Johnson Collaborative)
By: Patty Wetli
Hudson the polar bear enjoying a burst of snow at Brookfield Zoo on Nov. 21, 2024. (Courtesy of Brookfield Zoo Chicago)
By: Patty Wetli
After 27 years of popping marshmallows and banging on PVC pipes, Blue Man Group is calling curtains on its Chicago production.
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