Naperville, IL|News|
Looming Metra, CTA Cuts At Center Of Public Forum In Naperville
Hosted by The People's Lobby, The DuPage County Transit Listening Session is planned for April 9 at Naperville Public Library.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Say Cheese, Malort Mashup, More: Good News, Illinois
This week, we whet your appetite for good news with our roundup of feel-good stories.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Wheaton French Market Returns For 2025 Season
The Wheaton French Market will open April 12 to kick off its 2025 season.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Sex Abuse Charges Filed Against Neuqua Valley Teacher: Police
William Schaub, 56, is accused of grooming and sexually abusing a student, sending inappropriate texts and having inappropriate contact.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Free Tree Seedlings Available To Celebrate Arbor Day In Downers Grove
The free seedlings can be picked up at two parks in Downers Grove during the month of April.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Kickstart Spring Cleaning At Recycling Extravaganze In Glen Ellyn
Residents can unload electronics, bikes, books, records and more at the 2025 Recycling Extravaganza on April 26.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Elgin, IL|News|
'An Incredible Miracle,' Schepers' Family Says After Cold Case Cracked
"As we each heard the news that her car was found, time stopped while we drew an audible gasp," the family of Karen Schepers said.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Part Of Prairie Path To Close For Construction Through May In Wheaton
The construction on Prairie Path will also impact parking on part of Carlton Avenue.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
DUI Charges For Naperville Driver Who Hit Light Pole In Oswego: Cops
Police say Michael Beese was driving with a revoked license for driving under the influence when he was involved in a DUI crash Tuesday.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
The White Sheep To Open 2nd Location In Naperville
The Orland Park-based eatery offers inventive options that include breakfast gnocchi, zesty shrimp bowls and housemade donuts.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Courtney, Finan, Espinoza, Riske Poised To Win District 99 Seats
The Together 4 Learning candidates held a clear lead throughout Tuesday's election.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Ebbesen, Rutledge, Blatner, Hanlon Poised To Win District 200 Seats
With 100 percent of precincts reporting in DuPage County, Katy Ebbesen and three incumbent board members were set to snag four board seats.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Mullen Poised to Oust Pecak As Mayor Of Lisle: Unofficial Results
With more than 99 percent of precincts reporting in DuPage County, Lisle Trustee Mary Jo Mullen had a sizable lead.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Gilmartin, Sarver, Roe Poised To Win Seats On Downers Grove Council
With more than 99 percent of votes tabulated, Gilmartin, Sarver and Roe were poised to win the race for seats on the Downers Grove Council.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Willensky, McMillen, Cush, Blastic Poised To Win District 203 Seats
As of 9:45 p.m., Jillian Langer had fallen behind the other four candidates in the race for a seat on the District 203 board of education.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Burket Poised To Win Village President Seat In Glen Ellyn
With 100 percent of votes tabulated in DuPage County, unofficial results showed James Burket with a lead over Gary Fasules.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
White, Gibson, Holzhauer, Syed Poised To Win City Council Seats
These four candidates led with 100 percent of votes tabulated in DuPage County and Will Counties.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Home Burglary, Phone Scam: Wheaton Crime Blotter
A resident came home to find three burglars at their residence, and other crimes were reported in the most recent Wheaton police blotter.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Burglars Hit 3 Businesses In 1 Night In Downers Grove
Police say the burglaries took place between the night of March 25 and the morning of March 26.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
These IL Billionaires Are Among The Richest In The World: Forbes List
See who the richest people in Illinois are, according to Forbes' 39th annual World’s Billionaires list.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
