Wheaton, IL|News|
Back To School: Community Unit School District 200 2024-25 Calendar
First through 12th grade students return Aug. 14 to Community Unit School District 200 for the start of a new school year.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Downers Grove|News|
Kids' Muster Set For Aug. 17 In Downers Grove
Kids can enjoy this interactive event with the Downers Grove Fire Department on Aug. 17.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Owes $22.5 Million To Man's Estate For Wrongful Conviction
William Amor was acquitted in 2018 after serving more than 20 years for a fire that killed his mother-in-law that was later ruled accidental
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Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Back To School: Glen Ellyn School District 41 2024-25 Calendar
Students return Aug. 21 to Glen Ellyn School District 41 for the start of a new school year.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Booze Stolen From Jewel; Eggs Thrown At Library Windows: Wheaton PD
See which items were reported on the most recent crime blotter from the Wheaton Police Department.
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Downers Grove|News|
Man Accused Of Exposing Self In Dollar Tree Downers Grove
Miles Young, 36, of Downers Grove, was charged with public indecency in connection with the July 26 incident.
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Naperville, IL|News|
Back To School: District 203 2024-25 Academic Calendar
Students return Aug. 15 to Naperville Community Unit School District 203 for the start of a new school year.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Back To School: Lisle CUSD 202 Academic Calendar
Students return Aug. 14 to Lisle Community Unit School District 202 for the start of a new school year.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Back To School: District 99 2024-25 Academic Calendar
Students return Aug. 16 to Community High School District 99 for the start of a new school year.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Lineup Unveiled For Mix On Main Music Festival In Downtown Wheaton
The two-day festival is slated for Sept. 21 and Sept. 22.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
District 204 Puts $420M Bond Referendum Question On November Ballot
If approved, the funds would be used to improve school safety, upgrade building infrastructure and make other improvements.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
'Never Touch A Bat:' Rabies Safety Tips From DuPage Health Department
Two bats have tested positive for rabies in DuPage County so far this year, according to county health officials.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Send Pooch Pics To Patch To Celebrate National Dog Day In Illinois
National Dog Day is Aug. 26. We're looking for the cutest, most adorable, melt-your-heart-with-a-glanciest dogs. Is yours one of them?
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Tickets Still Available For Lisle Uncorked Wine Tasting
Visitors can sample a dozen wines at this event at Museums at Lisle Station Park.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Child Pornography Charges Filed Against 2 Men In DuPage County
Prosecutors say some of the images and videos "depicted infants and toddlers."
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Naperville, IL|News|
Applications Open For Citizen Police Academy In Naperville
Residents have until Aug. 14 to apply for the Naperville Police Department's 10-week Citizen Police Academy.
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Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Glow In The Park Lantern Walk To Aid Lurie Children's Hospital
The free, kid-friendly event includes face painting, balloon twisting and other fun activities.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
1st Human Case Of West Nile Virus Reported In DuPage County For 2024
A Villa Park resident was confirmed to have DuPage County's first human case of West Nile Virus this season.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Person Critically Hurt In Condo Fire In Downers Grove
Officials are investigating a fire that broke out in a condo in Downers Grove Saturday evening.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Hall Of Fame House Call, Book Van Moves Forward: Good News, Illinois
In this good news roundup, we learn about Steve McMichael's Hall of Fame house call, a library's outreach van and other uplifting stories.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
