Wheaton, IL|News|
Woman Livestreamed As She Threatened Employers With Gun In West Chicago: Cops
Police say Imani Nickson, 23, of Aurora, streamed on Facebook Live as she pointed a loaded gun at two of her employers.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Naperville, IL|News|
Centennial Beach Drowning: Death Investigation Underway
Police say there does not appear to be foul play as they investigate a 27-year-old man's drowning death at Centennial Beach.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
It's Raining Wieners; A Big Production: Good News, Illinois
This week's good news roundup includes a story about a record-breaking amount of hot dogs.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Gator Race Pits Rubber Alligators Against Each Other To Aid Glen Ellyn Parks Foundation
The Gator Race will be held July 24 at Sunset Pool in Glen Ellyn
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
City Council To Vote On Northwoods Development In Naperville
The development will bring 64 townhomes to the 1100 block of Ogden Avenue.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Jeff's Bagel Run Set To Open 1st IL Store In Downers Grove
The Florida-based bagel shop boasts more than a dozen types of bagels and inventive spreads that include cake batter and cannoli.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Veggie Fest Returns To Lisle For 2025
The two-day festival features cooking demos, expert talks and more than two dozen vendors serving vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free fare.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Detours To Take Effect For Rail Repairs On Cross Street
A rail defect will cause closures on Cross Street near the Metra crossing.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Summer Sidewalk Sales Kick Off In Downtown Naperville
More than 30 stores and restaurants are participating in the 2025 Summer Sidewalk Sales in downtown Naperville.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Sheriff's Officer Convicted After Sexual Misconduct With Inmate At DuPage County Jail
Prosecutors say Ricardo Hardy, 54, of Elgin, also put money in the female inmate's commissary fund.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
IL Residents To Get $45M In Surprise Checks: Here's Why
Find out if you'll be among the 600,000 residents who are eligible for what Treasurer Frerichs is calling "a little extra pocket money."
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
New Parking Rules In Effect In Downtown Wheaton
Here's what to know if you're planning to park in downtown Wheaton.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Free Ice Cream, Live Music To Herald Reopening Of Washington Street Bridge
The grand reopening is set for the morning of July 11.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
'We Share Your Frustration:' Park District Reacts To Teen Takeover In Glen Ellyn
The Glen Ellyn Park District shared a statement after an incident in which hundreds of teens stormed Sunset Pool.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Street Racers Charged After 2 Passengers Thrown From Car In Naperville: Prosecutors
A Lisle man and a Bensenville man face felony charges in connection with an incident that left two passengers seriously injured.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
'It's Time DuPage County Started Following The Law': County Clerk To Board
DuPage County Clerk Jean Kaczmarek is pressing the county board on election funding following a lawsuit she filed in 2024.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
More Than 90 Citations Issued Amid Heightened Patrols In DuPage County
The increased traffic safety efforts took place in late June and early July.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
After Being Denied Entry, League Of Women Voters Permitted In Glen Ellyn Parade
The League of Women Voters said a "cordial and informative discussion" with the Fourth of July Parade Committee corrected a misunderstanding
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Teen Pleads Guilty To Armed Robbery In Downers Grove
A Colorado teen pleaded guilty to armed robbery with a firearm in connection with an incident that took place in April.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Fireworks, Alcohol, Cannabis: Up To 300 Teens Stormed Sunset Pool
One teen was arrested after police say they threw a firework out of a moving car that landed near pedestrians.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
