Downers Grove, IL|News|
$1M Bail Set for Downers Grove Father Accused of Shaking Baby
The 3-month-old girl was taken to the emergency room with substantial head injuries, prosecutors say.
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- Elmhurst, IL
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Elmhurst|News|
Wow House! Beam Ceilings, Hardwoods, Wainscoting, Millwork
This 4 bed, 5 bath home has 3,415 square feet.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Families Invited to Second Crosstown Classic Basketball Game
Proceeds will benefit Herrick’s PTA & Bloom’s Angels and help Herrick students in need.
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Elmhurst|News|
Which Suburban Restaurants Were Affected by Recent Credit Card Data Breach?
McCormick and Schmick's, Morton's and Rainforest Cafe locations in Chicago and the suburbs were affected by the data breach.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Accused Child Porn Distributor Had Thousands of Illegal Images: Prosecutors
Police tracked a suspicious IP address to Anthony Damaska's home in Downers Grove.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
D99 Approves Traditional School Calendar for 2016-17
The school board also discussed implementing an early start calendar for the 2017-18 school year.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
D99 Approves Traditional School Calendar for 2016-17
The school board also discussed implementing an early start calendar for the 2017-18 school year.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
D99 Approves Traditional School Calendar for 2016-17
The school board also discussed implementing an early start calendar for the 2017-18 school year.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Rep. Lilly Sponsors Measure for Vehicle Registration Offer Grace Period
The bill seeks to provide motorists an extra 30 days to renew their license plate registration free from fines, late fees or tickets.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Director of Student Services Resigning from District 90
Martha Ryan-Toye will become the superintendent of Riverside School District 96.
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Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Shaker Recruitment Advertising and Communications Merges with Matte Black Studios
The third generation of family leadership ushers in acquisition of renowned creative boutique.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
Nazareth Academy Student-Athletes Make College Commitments on National Signing Day
Four seniors have committed to college football teams.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
OPRFHS Athletes Sign Letters of Intent to Play College Football
Four student athletes signed letters at a Wednesday morning ceremony.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Unknown Symbol Spray Painted on U-Haul
The estimated cost of the damage is $200.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Local Jobs: Amita Health, Marriott, Foot Locker, BMO, Chili's
Patch’s jobs board makes it easy for job-hunters and employers to search for and post local, regional and national jobs.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Overnight Car Burglaries Spike in Hinsdale
Most of the items taken from the cars include money, sunglasses and sporting equipment.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Ceiling Fire at Zion Lutheran School Causes $75K in Damage
The small fire was extinguished, and no one was injured.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
44 District 58 Employees Get Green Apple Award
Nearly $1,800 was raised in honor of 44 employees between November 2015 and January 2016.
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Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Rep. Lilly Visits Local Senior Club in River Grove
Lilly spoke at a local community organization in River Grove, the Senior’s Club.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Police Catch Drinking Teens Going to a Party After Curfew
Officers found the two teens had cannabis, tobacco, alcohol and illegal fireworks.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
