Batavia|News|
Man Convicted in '98 Murder of Batavia Worker, Geneva Family's Son
This Aurora man shot his victims in the back of the head, prosecutors said. Officials recount the case here for readers.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
- Batavia, IL
After studying journalism at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Charles worked for almost three years right after graduation at the Wausau Daily Herald newspaper in Wisconsin, covering K-12 and higher education.
Before that Charles honed his skills as an intern at the Naperville Sun and then the Kane County Chronicle.
Charles has lived in DuPage County for most of his life. He is back on familiar turf and ready to tell your stories.
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Batavia|News|
Erday's to Close After 87 Years in Geneva
The Beacon-News reports that Erday's, founded in 1925, starts a liquidation sale Thursday.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
OMG PD: Stiletto Smackdown, Underage Drinking, Trailer Traipse
Here's a round-up of recent and bizarre police report items from the area.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Tri-Cities Police Reports, Feb. 3
Here's this week's roundup of local police incidents.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville DUI Arrests, Feb. 3
Here's this week's roundup of local drunken driving arrests.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
DuPage DUI Arrests, Feb. 3
Get the details in this week's roundup.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Night of Hoops 2013 to Honor Longtime Coach Jim Roberts & Family
Coach Roberts makes a return to the court tonight with his wife Sylvia for a special ceremony. Here are the details.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Groundhog Day 2013: Is More Winter in Store?
Punxsutawney Phil gives his firm answer.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
OMG PD: Stiletto Smackdown, Underage Drinking, Trailer Traipse
Here's a round-up of recent and bizarre police report items from the area.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Hazelwood, MO|News|
USPS Postage Rates, Services and Stamps Increase
An a new stamp introduced this week will allow customers to mail letters anywhere in the world for one set price of $1.10.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
This is What $409,900 Buys You
For almost $410K, you could purchase one of these two comparably-priced homes. Do you want to live in Naperville or Lisle?
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
This is What $450,000 Buys You in Wheaton
For almost $450K, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes in Wheaton. This should help you decide.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wentzville, MO|News|
USPS Postage Rates Increase This Week
New stamp will allow you to mail letters anywhere in the world for one set price of $1.10.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
78-Year-Old Outsmarts 'Father and Son' Repair Scam
But police say, don't take chances. Here are descriptions of the three suspects involved.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Police Warn of Home Repair Scam on Route 25
A woman and her son outsmarted a group of suspects. Here are the details.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
O'Fallon, MO|News|
USPS Postage Rates Increase This Week
New stamp will allow you to mail letters anywhere in the world for one set price of $1.10.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
South Gate-Lynwood, CA|News|
USPS Postage Rates Increase This Week
New stamp will allow you to mail letters anywhere in the world for one set price of $1.10.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Florissant, MO|News|
USPS Postage Rates Increase This Week
New stamp will allow you to mail letters anywhere in the world for one set price of $1.10.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Sold! Naperville and Lisle Home Sales: Jan. 31 Edition
What's selling? A home near 75th Street sold for $449K.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Sold! Wheaton Home Sales: Jan. 31 Edition
What's selling? A downtown Courthouse Square condo sold for over $800K.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff