Phone: 630-433-0783; Hometown: Naperville
Bio: Mary Ann Lopez grew up in Calumet City, studied Political Science at Northern Illinois University; Studied Print Journalism at the University of Colorado at Boulder, where she earned a Master's Degree. She has worked for Patch.com since 2010. Prior to Patch, Mary Ann worked in new media at the Sun Time News Group, was involved with the launch of YourHub.com in Denver, was a reporter at the Durango Herald covering a number of beats; Staff reporter at The Montrose Daily Press; Interned at The Staunton Daily News Leader in Staunton, Va. and The Boulder Daily Camera.
Growing up in Calumet City, I was was the youngest of four children and the only girl. During my formative years, I suffered many bumps, bruises and nuggies at the hands of three older brothers, which may have toughened me up for a career in journalism.
I lived in Cal City most of my life until relocating to Boulder, Colo. for graduate school. Once in Colorado, I spent eight years studying and working before returning to the Chicago area. I have a bachelor's degree in political science from Northern Illinois University and a master's degree in print journalism from the University of Colorado at Boulder. I interned at The Boulder Daily Camera and The Daily News Leader in Staunton, Va., and I'm a Chips Quinn Scholar.
A journalist for more than 10 years, I started working at small-town papers, including The Durango Herald, in Durango, Colo., where I covered a variety of beats including agriculture, education and business. During my time as a journalist, I've won many awards, including six awards in one year.
In 2005, I moved to online journalism, first for YourHub.com and later the Sun-Times News Group. I began my career with Patch.com one of two Naperville local editors, then I moved on to be the Glen Ellyn local editor. Now, I am the DuPage County business editor, writing about real estate, small business and other business interests.
In my free time, I practice and teach yoga, run, and spend time at the dog park with my Australian shepherd rescue, Sadie. I love the outdoors, love to ski, camp and hike. I may take on another triathlon.
If you see me in a local coffee shop, stop and say hello.
U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam says the fiscal cliff can be avoided, and thinks there is an opportunity to bring Republicans and Democrats together to work on tax reform.
A new leader for the Glen Ellyn Volunteer Fire Co. was expected to be chosen Friday, but the department has yet to release information on the new leadership.
Look to the skies for some stunning light displays this November and December.
A look back at some of the top stories and items of interest over the last week.
Here's a round-up of recent and bizarre police report items from the area.
Every week Glen Ellyn Patch shares a profile of a luxury home in town.
Local businesses salute our service men and women with special deals year-round, as well as on Veterans Day.
Joe Marconi is a senior on Glenbard West's football team and his cousin JD Marconi is a senior on Wheaton North. The cousins will face each other Saturday in the IHSA quarter-final game.
A look at homes for sale at various price points in Glen Ellyn.
After about two months being closed, the underpass was expected to reopen to traffic.
Gary Grasso, the Burr Ridge mayor who had a narrow unofficial victory Tuesday night in his District 3 DuPage County Board race, said he still wants to hold both offices simultaneously.
Every week leading up to Thanksgiving Glen Ellyn Patch will share tips and ideas to help you plan for the perfect holiday.
The Lake Ellyn Boathouse opened for use on Nov. 12, 1937. The Glen Ellyn Park District is hosting a celebration Sunday.
Every week Glen Ellyn Patch shares a variety of job openings. Glen Ellyn employers seeking to fill positions may send job listings to maryl@patch.com.
A home with an in-ground pool was one of several to sell recently
Glen Ellyn Patch welcomes letter to the editor. Letters may be submitted to local editor Mary Ann Lopez at maryl@patch.com.
Glen Ellyn Police Department reports, Oct. 29 - Nov. 2
Residents overwhelmingly voted in favor of pursuing electric aggregation.
While the reasons for getting out to vote varied among voters, a large number of Glen Ellyn residents were out at the polls Tuesday afternoon.
After months and months of political campaigning the races are over and all that remains is for the votes to be tabulated. Results for Congress, state and local races will be shared here once final vote totals are announced.
