Wheaton, IL|News|
House Burglarized, Car Burglarized At Courthouse: Wheaton Police Blotter
See which crimes were reported on the most recent edition of the Wheaton police blotter.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Wheaton, IL|News|
'Extensive' Delays Expected On UPW Metra Line After Freight Train Hits Car
The crash took place Monday afternoon in Wheaton.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
$750M Powerball Jackpot, 10th-Largest In History: Where To Buy Tickets In IL
Monday's drawing has one of the biggest Powerball jackpots in history. See where to get tickets in Illinois.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Branch Pickup Resumes Sept. 8 In Lisle
See what residents should know about branch collection in Lisle for 2025.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Glen Ellyn Man Sentenced In Drug-Induced Homicide Of Clarendon Hills Woman
Sergius Harty, 32, pleaded guilty to felony drug-induced homicide in June.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Coroner 'Diligently' Working To ID Body Found At Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve
Lab results are also pending and the cause of death remains undetermined. Police believe the body is that of Olasinmibo "Sinmi" Abosede.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Suspect Sought After Walgreens Robbery In Downers Grove
The robbery took place late Friday night at the Walgreens on Ogden Avenue.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Downers Grove Seeks To Regulate E-Bikes, E-Scooters
Tuesday's village meeting included the first reading of an ordinance to regulate e-bikes, e-scooters and similar micromobility devices.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naper Settlement Shares Dates, Details For Oktoberfest 2025
Naper Settlement will kick off October with "one of the largest Oktoberfest beer varieties in the area," a news release said.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Drunk Man Hits SUV After Fleeing Crash In Warrenville: Prosecutors
Police say Michael Fox, 28, of Batavia, had a BAC of .267 after he fled cops and hit an SUV following an initial hit-and-run crash.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Gary Avenue Reopens After Crash Knocks Down Pole
The closures were in effect on part of Gary Avenue just before 11:30 a.m. and were lifted around 6 p.m.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
Woodridge Cops To Increase Patrols Through Labor Day
Woodridge police say they will be on the lookout for drunk and impaired drivers, speeding drivers and more during the safety initiative.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
March-A-Thon To Close These Roads In Wheaton
The closures will be in effect on the mornign of Aug. 16.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Vote Authorizes Strike For District 203 Teachers, If Needed
Though there were no plans to strike as ofAug. 12, the vote will authorize the NUEA bargaining team to enact a strike if deemed necessary.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
New Playground Ready For Students At Whittier Elementary
The new playground has been in the works since late 2024, when community members took part in a survey about its design.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Residents Rally To Save Hill At Glenbard West's Century Old Oaks, Lifelong Memories
The hill, which is set to be destroyed as part of expansion at Glenbard West High School, is also home to the school's victory bell.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Car Fire Damages Townhome In Naperville
A fire broke out in a car outside of a townhome on Scots Drive early Tuesday.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Szymanski Remembered As 'Calm, Kind, Dedicated' After Sudden Passing
Glen Ellyn Trustee Steve Szymanski died August 7, according to his obituary.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Mayor Pro Tem Appointments May Get Overhaul In Downers Grove
The proposed ordinance amendment comes after a contentious village council meeting over how Mayor Barnett handled a proposed appointment.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Part Of President Street Still Closed Amid Emergency Water Main Repairs
Detours will be in effect on part of President Street in Wheaton through Aug. 17.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
