The city of Wheaton is accepting applications for the Senior Assistance Program, an annual program administered through the city’s Commission on Aging that provides monthly financial assistance to qualifying seniors.

The Westmont Public Library is once again hosting its annual Monarch Festival.

The Chicago Bears still don't have a clear leader in the starting left tackle competition. Here's why returning starter Braxton Jones still remains undeterred.

Shaw Local’s Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the week and what’s left of training camp for the Bears

Menu items at the Glen Ellyn restaurant will include the Korean barbecued beef dish bulgogi, Turkish kebab, Japanese ramen and mochi doughnuts, and the South Asian dessert, falooda.

Quarterback Caleb Williams and the rest of the Chicago Bears' starters made their preseason debuts Sunday night at Soldier Field in a 38-0 win over the Buffalo Bills. Here are five of the biggest takeaways from the win.

The GPS Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families will present Family Dynamic: How to Support Students to Aim High, Dream Big, and Succeed with New York Times columnist Susan Dominus at noon and 7 p.m. Aug. .26, via Zoom.

Montini Catholic in Lombard welcomes alumna Jenna Goworowski ’10 as the high school’s new director of admissions.  

The Grove Foundation’s 2025 annual grant program is now open and accepting applications

ComEd reported nearly 74,000 customers across northeastern Illinois were without power Sunday morning.

Students in Downers Grove Grade School District 58 are no longer be allowed to carry cell phones during the school day.

Lt. Gov. Stratton led a panel discussion in Joliet on how Trump policy is affecting women's health.

Montini Catholic High School has announced that several of its students were awarded college scholarships at its Celebration of Excellence Award Ceremony

The Downers Grove Public Library Foundation invites the community to its Art After Dark Fundraiser from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 4, at the library, 1050 Curtiss St., Downers Grove.

A new event that celebrates all things creative and artistic with a local flair is being coordinated by the village of Westmont.

The GPS Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families will present Start the Year with Organizational Skills for School Success with authors Kristen Jacobsen and Sarah Ward at noon and 7 p.m. Aug. 21, via Zoom.

CASA of DuPage County has appointed of Ishita Saran to its board of directors.

USA Luge will return to Westmont on Sunday as a part of its Midwest Slider Search in an effort to meet and recruit Olympic hopefuls.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and the team's starters will make their preseason debut against the Buffalo Bills at Soldier Field on Sunday night. Here are four storylines to watch.

The Chicago Bears hosted the Buffalo Bills on Friday at Halas Hall for their second joint practice of the preseason. Here are four of the biggest takeaways from Friday's practice.

The new restaurant, located in Naperville's new Block 59 development, is Chicago-based Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant’s Roman pizza/dining concept.

Midwestern University has announced the appointment of Sarah Radtke as dean of the College of Health Sciences for its Downers Grove Campus.

The DuPage County Historical Museum is hosting a traveling exhibit, “The American Revolution Experience” Aug. 17-28.

Wheaton firefighters and paramedics will welcome the community into Fire Station 38 for the Wheaton Fire Department Open House from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 27.

The new brewery, at 171 N Addison St. in downtown Elmhurst, is a two-story space that blends indoor and outdoor seating with the capacity to welcome over 400 guests.

Two DuPage County men are accused of armed robbery after allegedly robbing a man of his gaming console and cell phone at gunpoint, authorities said.

Several northern Illinois counties have struggled in the past two years to regulate area rodeos after an animal rights group captured multiple videos of animal abuse at the events. The advocacy group's footage shows animals being hit in the face, tripped and prodded.

Here are Gary Duncan's photos from York's football practice on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025.

Here are Gary Duncan's photos from Downers Grove North's football practice on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025.

Ted Dabrowski is joined by DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick in the race. Mendrick called Medicaid cuts signed by President Donald Trump “unsustainable,” but said he believes the president is doing a good job overall

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter told reporters Thursday that he'll be able to be a more dominant players in defensive coordinator Dennis Allen's defense. Here's how.

It’s not the situation Lisle High School would prefer. However, there’s a game plan. A football program dating to the school’s 1957 opening, the Lions will not be fielding a varsity team this fall. A member of the Illinois Central Eight, Lisle will play a junior varsity schedule.

Six Flags Great America is gearing up for its signature fall event, Fright Fest. Also returning this year is the Oktoberfest Food Festival.

Taste of Glen Ellyn is Aug. 14-17, while the Morton Arboretum in Lisle is hosting the Wine & Art Walk this weekend.

Midwestern University has appointed Dr. Brianne N. Hobbs as the new dean of the Chicago College of Optometry.

By the end of the year, I need Caleb to clearly show that the Bears have a franchise quarterback going forward, Marc Silverman writes

A Batavia accused of leading police on a high-speed chase that ended when he crashed his car into another vehicle will remain in jail until his next court appearance, prosecutors said.

Here is the 2025 Chicagoland Christian Conference preview complete with team-by-team breakdowns, five players to watch, five can't miss games and Steve Soucie's predictions.

Democrats across the country are searching for a winning message in the 2026 elections, but Illinois Democrats say they’re already found one

Chicago Bears wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus has had a knack for being in the right place at the right time throughout his career. Here's how that could help quarterback Caleb Williams this season.

Westmont senior Kyla Babb is literally taking training to a higher level. During six weeks in June and July, Babb participated in Team Prep USA summer camp in Colorado through high-altitude Rocky Mountain trails. The All-Stater has high hopes for cross country and track seasons.

The Lombard Garden Club will host the “Language of Flowers,” a program given by Marcy Lautanen-Raleigh on , at 1 p.m. Aug. 22.

Bears head coach Ben Johnson announced Wednesday that quarterback Caleb Williams and the rest of the team’s starters will play in Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills. The Bears will host the Bills on Sunday night at Soldier Field.

DuPage County Animal Services at Tuesday’s County Board meeting accepted a $1 million donation from DuPage Animal Friends, the nonprofit organization that supports the county’s animal shelter.

The DuPage County Board on Tuesday unanimously approved Chairwoman Deborah Conroy’s appointment of Melissa Martinez of West Chicago to fill an upcoming vacancy on the county board.

The Chicago Bears continued their preseason by hosting a joint practice and their preseason opener against the Miami Dolphins this past week. Shaw Local’s Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break it all down.

Enjoy a glass of wine while browsing nature-themed artwork at the Morton Arboretum.

Police agencies in Illinois will soon be required to do more thorough background checks on prospective officers

Recent Wheaton Warrenville South graduate Amari Williams had a short summer break, arriving at Northern Illinois University by June 15 for the start of summer football training. Williams had a banner end to his track career, repeating as state champion in the 300-meter hurdles.

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County invites photographers of all skill levels to enter its 2025 photo contest. The contest is open through Sept. 1.