Across Illinois, IL|News|
Party City To Close All Stores, Including 32 In IL: Report
“That is without question the most difficult message that I’ve ever had to deliver,” the company's CEO said in a statement.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Best Breweries, 12 Inflatables Of Christmas: Good News, Illinois
The weather outside is...meh, but these good news articles from across Illinois will lend a spot of merriment and sunshine!
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
$600K Grant Will Fund More Improvements To McCullom Park
The Downers Grove Park District recently received a grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Charges Filed For Carjacking Suspects Arrested In Naperville
Ezequiel Lopez-Bey, 22, of Palatine, and Andrew De Lance, 19, of Arlington Heights, face felony charges in the Dec. 15 incident.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Tax Hikes Expected For Homeowners In Districts 203, 204
Both District 203 and District 204 voted in favor of tax levies, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Burned Remains ID'd As Missing Wheaton Man: Police
"Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the deceased during this trying time," said Wheaton Police Chief PJ Youker.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Grant Will Help Fund Theatre Space For Glen Ellyn Park District
The Glen Ellyn Park District received the $5,ooo grant from DuPage Foundation.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Body Found Near Lincoln Marsh In Wheaton
Police say they do not believe there is a threat to the public.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Wallet Swiped At Library, Perfumes Stolen: Wheaton Crime Blotter
See which crimes were reported on the Wheaton Police Department's blotter for early December.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Lisle Cops Out In Full Force For Holiday Crackdown
The Lisle police department will target drunk drivers as part of their holiday safety campaign.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Glenbard South Principal To Become District 87 Superintendent
Jessica Santee will start her new role as superintendent in July, replacing David Larson as he heads into retirement.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
District 203, Union Sign Contract After 8-Month Negotiation
The contract between District 203 and Board of Education and the Educational Support Professionals’ union is effective through 2027. f
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Brushing Scam: Sheriff's Office Urges Caution In DuPage County
The DuPage County Sheriff's Office says to use caution if you receive an unexpected item in the mail, amid a new "brushing" scam.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
District 41 Names Principal For New Kindergarten Center
Sarah Rodriguez will take the helm when the new Kindergarten Center opens in District 41.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Darien Woman Accused Of Hate Crime In Downers Grove Pleads Not Guilty
Alexandra Szustakiewicz pleaded not guilty to hate crime and disorderly conduct charges in connection with an incident at Panera Bread.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Massage Parlor Proposal Aims To Deter Human Trafficking
The city will consider an amendment to its business regulations to help prevent human trafficking and protect legitimate massage businesses.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
State Of The Village Meeting Planned For January In Glen Ellyn
The event will be hosted by the Glen Ellyn League of Women Voters.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Ticket Sales Kick Off For Chocolate, Cheese & Wine Tasting
The 2025 Chocolate, Cheese and Wine Tasting will spotlight bites and sips from local vendors.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Voting Opens For Light Up Wheaton 2024 Contest
See which houses and businesses are competing for holiday glory in the 2024 Light Up Wheaton contest.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Squad Car Hit By Driver On I-55 Near Downers Grove
Police say the driver failed to move over to accommodate the state trooper, who had pulled over to investigate another crash.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
