Wheaton, IL|News|
How To Recycle Holiday Lights In Wheaton
Wheaton kicked off its holiday lights recycling initiative Dec. 1. See how to take part.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Downers Grove|News|
Hooters Employees Make School Supply Kits For DCFS In Downers Grove
The Downers Grove Hooters welcomed several employees from Illinois and beyond to put together kits for 100 local students.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Lasting Love, Lights Bring Hope: Good News, Illinois
This week's good news roundup celebrates the lasting love of a long-married couple and the kindness of the community.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Polar Market Set For Dec. 9; Skating, Curling Nixed Amid Construction
Vendors will offer artisanal gifts at the 2023 Polar Market, but ice skating and curling will not be available this year.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Here Are The Top Pet Names And Trends In Chicago
We've come so far from "Fido" and "Rover." See what Chicagoans are naming their dogs and cats these days.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Man Charged With Exposing Self To Kids Also Recorded Girls, Women: PD
Matthew Morgan, of Downers Grove, was on pretrial release when he was arrested for an indecent exposure incident near Sunset Park.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
After Indecent Exposure In Glen Ellyn, Man Arrested In Downers Grove
Matthew T. Morgan is accused of exposing himself to two children as they were walking home from school.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Health Department Urges Updated COVID-19, RSV, Flu Shots In DuPage Co.
County health officials recommend vaccinations for flu, COVID-19 and RSV as the winter months approach.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Northern Lights May Be Visible In IL This Week After Large Solar Flare
A solar flare may make it possible to get a peek at the Northern Lights in Illinois.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Slaying Of Naperville Man: Arrest Made In 2022 Bolingbrook Shooting
Police arrested a man in Wisconsin on Nov. 21 in connection with the 2022 shooting death of Eric Stubblefield, 48, in Bolingbrook.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Person Rescued As Fire Engulfs Senior Apartments In Naperville
The blaze broke out around 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
New District 58 Partnership Aims To Improve Access To Mental Health Services
The ReferralGPS platform will give families access to mental health resources and providers.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
'Wonder Woods' Mini Golf Popup Coming To Morton Arboretum
Set to debut in 2024, the popup miniature golf course will feature a Chicago skyline replica that highlights the city's trees.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Reindeer Run To Cause Road Closures In Wheaton
The road closures will be in effect in downtown Wheaton as of 8 a.m. on Dec. 2.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Family Of Matthew Heiden Sues Westmont After Drowning Death
Public works employee Matthew Heiden, 20, died in February after he became trapped underground while repairing a broken water main.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Man Accused Of Nabbing Purse At Shop & Save In Downers Grove
Maximus Herman, 21, of Crystal Lake, was charged with felony robbery in connection with the incident.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Leaf Collection Extended In Glen Ellyn For 2023 Season
There's still time to rid your yard of fallen leaves this season in Glen Ellyn.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Have Brunch With Santa At Hotel Indigo In Naperville
The buffet brunch with Santa will feature a carving station, custom omelets, sweets, children's menu items and more.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Butterfield Road Corridor Plan: Residents Invited To Open House
Downers Grove, Lombard and Oak Brook are looking for feedback as they work to improve and develop a stretch of Butterfield Road.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
5-Hour Barricade Incident Results In Arrest In Naperville
The incident brought a large police presence near Washington and Jefferson Sunday evening.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
