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Lotto Luck, Big-Name Singer Comes To 'Burbs: Good News, Illinois
This week, we celebrate a lotto win in Justice, a famous singer coming to Joliet and more.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Taste Of Glen Ellyn Festivities To Span Four Days In Mid-August
The Taste of Glen Ellyn will run for three days, with the carnival open for four days.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
5-Time Bank Robber Sentenced To More Than 7 Years
Charles Lawler, 54, of Villa Park, robbed a string of banks in Naperville and four nearby suburbs.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Middle School Additions To Wrap Before School Year Starts: District 58
The district recently shared an update on its ongoing referendum projects, including additions to its two middle schools.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Mike Williams Cosley Zoo Classic Returns Aug. 4
The event includes an 18-hole golf game, a cookout lunch, giveaways and more.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Prairie Food Co-Op Opens In Lombard
The member-owned co-op offers locally sourced food, organic options, freshly made to-go items and more.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Summer Sidewalk Sales Offer Up To 75 Percent Off In Glen Ellyn
The village's 2025 Summer Sidewalk Sales kick off July 18.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Increased Sales Tax Proposal Heads To City Council In Naperville: Report
Naperville may increase its sales tax to make up for funds lost due to the repeal of a statewide grocery tax, Chicago Tribune reports.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
TIF District Proposed Along 75th Street Corridor In Woodridge
A public meeting to discuss the proposal is planned for July 17 at 6 p.m.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
'Convincing And Dangerous' Phone Scams On Rise In DuPage County
The DuPage County Sheriff's Office says the "sophisticated scam" could cost residents thousands of dollars.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Destination Asia Brings Bonsai Workshops, Traditional Music, More To Morton Arboretum
The two-day event will be held Aug. 2 and Aug. 3.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Tasting Devine Seeks To Offer Distilled Craft Spirits In Wheaton
Wheaton's liquor commission weighed in on the wine store's liquor license amendment request on July 10.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Lawyer Hired By Family Of Man Who Drowned At Centennial Beach: Report
A lawyer representing Manny Rosales's family, told NBC 5 the lifeguard did not clear the pool after they learned Rosales was missing.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Commuter Lots To Close For Resurfacing In Lisle
The resurfacing projects will be completed in two phases, the first of which will start in late July.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Park District Seeks Input On Proposed Capital Improvement Projects
The proposed projects include seven playground renovations and a shoreline renovation.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Cubs Draft Downers Grove South Alum Noah Edders
Edders, who graduated from Downers Grove South in 2021 was drafted by the Cubs in the 15th round of draft picks.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Piccolo Buco Set To Host Grand Opening At Block 59 In August
The Route 59 eatery will be the second location for Piccolo Buco, which currently has a presence in Oak Brook.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Guzman Y Gomez Seeks To Open Restaurant With Drive-Thru, Patio In Naperville
Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen currently has a location at 1519 Naper Blvd. in Naperville.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
55-Year-Old Coffee House Launches Open Mic For Young Artists In Downers Grove
Two Way Street Coffee House conjures the "old-school coffee houses of the '60s and '70s" with weekly shows, Joel Simpson told Patch.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Glen Ellyn Man Accused Of Recording Coworkers In Bathroom: Report
Jesus Salazar, 45, is accused of filming more than two dozen coworkers at Pure's Food Specialties in Northlake.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
