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Sedated Patient's Fondling Caught on Video / Sandra Bland's Death a 'Murder Investigation' / 'Curse of Downers Grove' Movie
Catch up on recent DuPage County headlines, including a new charity and a chicken-raising class for DuPage residents.

Miss a day, miss a lot. Your week in headlines:
Hinsdale Physician’s Assistant Fondled Sedated Patient: Complaint
- His licenses were suspended after nurse’s video surfaced.
Death of Sandra Bland a ‘Murder Investigation’ Now
- District attorney says the case will go to a grand jury. Meanwhile, civil rights activists ask the Justice Department to step in. This week’s coverage includes:
- Sister ‘Infuriated’ By Dash Cam Footage
- Sandra Bland Tried to Kill Herself Before Arrest: AP
- Texas Public Safety Denies Altering Sandra Bland Dash Cam Footage
- Timeline Leading Up to Death of Sandra Bland Released
- Lawyer for Family of Sandra Bland Describes Police Dash Cam Video
- Family of Naperville Woman Who Died in Jail Seeks Independent Autopsy
Charity Started by Downers Grove Resident Plans to Give $40,000 Each Year
- The Chicago chapter of 100+ Who Care awarded its first donation to Wings.
Watch: ‘The Curse of Downers Grove’ Movie Trailer
- The premiere date is set for Aug. 21 in select theaters.
Real Estate Developer Charged with Swindling Investors in $2 Million Ponzi Scheme
- A Naperville man lost $125,000 in the deal.
DuPage Forest Preserve Class Shows How to Buy, Raise Backyard Chickens for Eggs, Meat
- The class will be held this Saturday.
Clarendon Hills Couple Hold Contest to Find New Owner for LaGrange Specialty Toy and Gift Store
- For $200 and a well-crafted essay, you could WIN your very own specialty toy and gift store in the heart of La Grange, Illinois!
TV Flim-Flam Man Kevin Trudeau Hid Millions Overseas: Feds
- Cash from his “Weight Loss Cure” book is hidden in Switzerland and the Caribbean, and the huckster’s lawyer is helping finagle this, says FTC.
RTA Says Elmhurst is a Successful Transit-Oriented Development Community
- Elmhurst is credited for building a new public library, improving signage and way-finding throughout downtown.
Twilight Racing at Elmhurst Cycling Classic Allows for More Post-Work Spectating
- The classic will take place July 24 with the finish line at Wilder Mansion.
- Armed Robber Steals Cash from Speedway Early Wednesday
- Glen Ellyn Uber Driver Accused of Threatening Chicago Mayor on Facebook
- Man Sentenced in DUI Crash That Killed Wheaton Man
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WORTH A LOOK
- COD Hosts Free Canoeing Event for Veterans Aug. 22
- District 99 Carnegie Hall Performance Recording Available for Checkout
- DuPage Children’s Museum to Reopen Sept. 19
- Online Survey Open for DuPage Residents to Give Input
- Hinsdale Central Library Media Specialist Selected for Library of Congress Program
- April the Tabby Cat: DuPage County Pet Pick of the Week
LOCAL VOICES
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- Downers Grove Man Reflects on Bringing Smiles to Children Through Happy Meals
- Naperville Park District Autumn Program Guide Delivery Begins August 6
- D181 Administrative News; Welcome to The Lane School Principal
- EMH Foundation names three new board members
THINGS TO DO
- Rock out to great music at the Naper Nights Concert Series
- Hinsdale Police to Host Safety and Self Defense Class for Women
WOW! HOUSE
- Brick Fireplace, Finished Basement, Bar, Deck
- Stone Fireplace, Spa Bath, Screened Porch, Bar
- Breakfast Bar, Jacuzzi Tub, Extended Basement
- Basketball Court, Terrace, Professionally Landscaped
- 10-Foot Ceilings, Oak Stair, Paver Patio, Lush Yard
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