La Grange, IL|News|
Driver Douses Himself in Cologne to Mask Booze Smell: Police
Daniel Marquez has 20 prior traffic arrests and used fake identification to fool authorities, police say.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
- Elmhurst, IL
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Meet Kelly, Downers Grove Public Library Bookologist
The library is highlighting one bookologist at a time. This February, meet Kelly.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|News|
WS Police to Host Annual 'Buckle Up Your Valentine' Event
Western Springs police will offer child car seat and seatbelt assistance.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
York High School's Annual Fine Arts Week Kicks Off Feb. 22
Fine Arts Week recognizes York’s student musicians, dancers, actors, visual artists, singers, orators, poets and performance artists.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
District 58 Announces Kindergarten Roundup Schedule
Parents can visit their child’s future school, meet the principal and staff and ask questions.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Hinsdale Fire Department Supports National Heart Month
February is National Heart Awareness Month.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Award-Winning Illustrator to Visit Dole Library in Oak Park
Larry Day will give a presentation for the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators Oak Park/Near-West Network.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Part-Time Paramedic/Firefighter Needed for Darien-Woodridge Fire Protection District
The application deadline is 4 p.m. March 4.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Accused Kidnappers Told Driver to Take Them to ATM: Police
Two men showed the driver a handgun before ordering him to drive them to an ATM, police report.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Firefighters Battle Blaze that Destroyed Lombard Garage
The Elmhurst Fire Department and others assisted with the Feb. 4 fire in Lombard.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Downtown Downers Grove Ice Festival is Free Family Fun
Make Downtown Downers Grove your Valentine's Weekend destination for family fun.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Elmhurst Fire Department to Host Blood Drive
The blood drive will take place Feb. 13.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Zeus Photographed with Ryan Dzingel: DuPage County Pet Pick of the Week
It’s hard to tell who is more photogenic, Ryan the NHL player or Zeus, an active mastiff mix.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Glamorous Suburban Homes For Sale
Check out these gorgeous and pricey homes from around the western suburbs.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Hinsdale Police Reports: Car Burglaries, DUI, Fraud
Hinsdale Police Department reported crimes through Feb. 2.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
Western Springs Police Reports: Fraud, DUI, Suspended License
Western Springs Police Department provided crime and arrest information through Feb. 1.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Drug Investigation Leads Police to Scale, Cannabis, Pipe in Car
Cocaine was also found in the driver's purse, Elmhurst police say.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Woodridge Police Reports: Retail Theft, DUI, Car Burglary
The Woodridge Police Department reported crimes and arrests through Feb. 5.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Life-Saving Classes Offered by Oak Park Fire Department
In-person registration is required.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
