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Your Week in Headlines: A walk for the late Annie LeGere / Laura Bush in Naperville / Wheaton's tie to Milt Pappas / 'Wimpy Kid' author.
The RoomPlace Employees to Keep Jobs After Massive Warehouse Fire
Officials are still working to find the cause of the April 21 fire at The RoomPlace in Woodridge. With: Massive Warehouse Fire Leads to Boil Order for Illinois American Water Company Customers: Village
Naperville Theater to Show Prince's 'Purple Rain'
AMC shows "Purple Rain" in 87 theaters around the country, including 4 in the Chicago area, in tribute to the late rocker who died Thursday.
Gin Blossoms to Play July 4 at Naperville Ribfest
Tonic is also scheduled to play July 4.
Former First Lady Laura Bush, Daughter Coming to Naperville
Laura Bush and Jenna Bush Hager will discuss their children's book "Our Great Big Backyard."
Wheaton Man Killed in I-290 Motorcycle Crash
Christopher Shelhamer was pronounced dead at the scene following the crash Saturday morning.
Inaugural 'To the Moon and Back' Walk Will Honor Annie LeGere
The April 23 walk aims to support allergy awareness in honor of a 13-year-old Elmhurst girl who died as a result of anaphylactic shock.
D86 Board Identifies Pressing Needs from the Master Facilities Plan
The cost for projects totals $94.2 million, a reduction of $36.5 million
Woodridge Seeks Public Input on Next Chief of Police
A staffed table will be set up April 24 in the library.
Deanne Mazzochi Named New College of DuPage Board Chairman
Former College of DuPage Board of Trustees Vice Chairman and Acting Chairman Deanne Mazzochi of Elmhurst was elected to serve.
Ex-Cub Milt Pappas Remembered for Successful Baseball Career, Mysterious Death of Wife in Wheaton in 1980s
The All-Star pitcher was found dead in his Beecher home Tuesday. Pappas was 76 and died of natural causes, authorities said.
Girls Night Out to Raise Money for Women's Military Support Group
The Girl's Night Out event will take place April 28 in Downers Grove.
D99 Names New Leaders at Downers Grove North High School
Three new administrators have been hired at Downers Grove North High School for the start of the 2016-17 school year.
'Wimpy Kid' Author Jeff Kinney Coming to Naperville
Kinney will be joined by fellow author Andy Griffiths.
Hinsdale D86 Names New Principal of Hinsdale Central High School
Walsh currently serves as the assistant principal for operations at Central.
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- Homeowner Confronts Burglar in Garage: Elmhurst Police
- Bank Robbed in Elmhurst Tuesday
- Dad Calls Cops on Daughter for Smoking Cannabis: Police
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- $1M-Winning Illinois Lottery Ticket Sold in Downers Grove
- Musicians Selected for Naperville Battle of the Bands
- Playground for Everyone Expected to Open at Butterfield Park This Year
- Annual Arbor Day Tree Sale April 30 in Naperville
- Get Your Early Bird Tickets for Toad the Wet Sprocket
- Nazareth Academy Students Advance to History Fair State Finals
- Wheaton to Host Open House to Honor Outgoing City Manager
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