Aurora|News|
Car Goes Airborne In Fatal Crash
The 22-year-old blew past a stop sign, witnesses said. There were no preliminary signs of drugs or alcohol.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
- Aurora, IL
COD and NIU alum. Radio reporter turned print. Editor for Aurora, Naperville, Oswego, Montgomery & Yorkville patches. Send your patchy patch story ideas and news tips to caitlin.ketel@patch.com and follow me on Twitter @CaitlinKetel. Pronounced "kuh-TELL." Photo taken on Mt. Wilson (the one on the Coors can).
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Aurora|News|
16-Year-Old Party Crasher Charged With Attempted Murder: Cops
The suspect walked into a small party and opened fire toward another teen, apparently over a girl, police said.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Aurora|News|
Aurora Cops' No Shave November Raises $8k, Extends Thru December
No Shave November has been extended thru December for a worthy cause.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Oswego Schools Implement Lockdowns After Phony Report
Three Oswego schools were told to shut their doors Monday while police investigated.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Old Nichols Library Considers Move To Naper Settlement
A Naperville Monday night open house will present some options for the 119-year-old building.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
'Campground Animal Bite' Conspiracy Theories Run Wild
Yorkville folks offered their own theories to what - or who- may have caused the bite. Turns out, it was just a dog.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Aurora|News|
Aurora, One Of Nation's Safest Cities: Study
Aurora is in the top five safest cities when it comes to home and community safety.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Possible BNSF Metra Delays Thursday Morning
Alternate plans implemented at Union Station for Wednesday evening. Check in morning for possible delays.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Aurora|News|
Naperville Man Beaten, Car Stolen, On Social App Meetup: Cops
Those involved in the Aurora hijacking were from Aurora, Yorkville, DeKalb and Chicago, police say.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Oswego Police Identify Kensington Drive Suspected Shooter
A handgun was fired outside of an Oswego home Tuesday evening.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Has 3 Armed Robberies In 2 Days: Police
7-Eleven, a pizza delivery man and an ATM user were all robbed at gunpoint this week.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Woman Attacked Ex, Another Woman With Box Cutter: Sheriff
Deputies said the Aurora women entered her ex's Oswego apartment through a window.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Sees 33 Car Burglaries, 5 Thefts In One Week
Police say they were all left unlocked.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Assault Among Massage Envy Sex Abuse Claims
The nation's biggest massage franchise is under scrutiny after a BuzzFeed Report was released Sunday.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Aurora|News|
7-Eleven Clerk Refuses To Give Cash To Armed Robber: Cops
Another robbery took place 25 minutes later, totaling three in the past week.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Almost $15k In Property Damage At White Eagle Golf Course: Cops
Naperville Police are offering a reward to anyone with information that can lead to an arrest.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Aurora|News|
US 'Sinful Cities' List: Aurora Ranks Low In Vanity & Lust
The City of Lights is ranked ninth from last on the list. Read on to find out what makes a city sinful.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Christmas Tree Lot Map 2017
A handy Christmas Tree Lot map, plus tips for buying and information on this season's tree shortage.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Aurora|News|
Body Of Missing Aurora Man Found At Forest Preserve: Police
Michael P. Ryan, 61, had been missing since Nov. 13.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|News|
UPS Worker Claims Noose Was Hanging Outside Shipping Facility
The employee got a 'sick feeling in his stomach,' but UPS rep says they were temporary pull ropes.
Caitlin Ketel, Patch Staff
