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A former middle school classmate is accused of shooting an 18-year-old Bensenville man to death in Stone Park Sunday night
A man who shot a woman in the head in a Roselle restaurant in 2022 was sentenced Wednesday to 45 in prison, prosecutors said.
The West Suburban Community Pantry is anticipating more families turning to them and other area food pantries for help as SNAP benefit eligibility changes in May 1
A single-family residence located at 583 Phillips Avenue in Glen Ellyn changed owners on April 7.
The Downers Grove Park District is bringing the magic of the Hundred Acre Wood to the community in 2026 with a yearlong “Winnie the Pooh in Downers Grove” experience designed for families, children and fans of all ages
Cantigny in Wheaton will celebrate the grand reopening of the Robert R. McCormick House from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, April 25 and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 26.
For 14 years in Batavia and 50 years in West Chicago, Pal Joey’s Restaurant has been a “fabric of the community.” But the final Batavia location will close in a matter of days.
The Illinois attorney general’s office won’t pursue criminal charges in connection with concerns regarding no-bid contracts through the DuPage County clerk’s office.
The city of Wheaton has introduced its new Blue Envelope Program to help make interactions with law enforcement calmer, clearer and more supportive for individuals on the autism spectrum or with special needs.
Col. Robert McCormick's business acumen and interest in history both are reflected at his former home at Cantigny in Wheaton following a roughly multiyear, $15 million renovation.
The Lombard Historical Society invites the community to explore local history through a variety of upcoming programs and events.
H.O.M.E. DuPage will hold its annual fundraiser April 28 in Naperville
The York Township Highway Department recently launched the York Township Roads App, a new tool designed to make it simple for residents to report concerns and request assistance.
George Hooper, 42, of Plainfield Township, is on trial on a charge of the July 23, 2018 first-degree murder of his girlfriend, Jennifer Underhill, 42, of Rochelle.
Celebrate Earth Week in Glen Ellyn with a variety of fun and educational activities for all ages. Registration is required for all events at gepark.org/register
The Illinois State Board of Elections released final vote totals Friday in the March 17 primary. Here are the results for DuPage and suburban Cook county races.
The wood-fired pizza restaurant and its Moo Joe’s ice cream shop is opening in a vacant building at 5 S. Madison St., next door to Freddie’s Off the Chain restaurant and across Jefferson Street from the Oswego Public Library.
A condominium in Chicago that sold for $5.4 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in DuPage / Cook County during the past week.
Behind tournament MVP and Lewis commit Aidan Syswerda, Wheaton North edged defending state champion Marist 25-23, 25-22 to win the championship of the Tiger Classic at Wheaton Warrenville South.
Glenbard West freshman Jack Creswell won the singles title at Saturday's Hilltoppers' Invite, while Glenbard West was second as a team behind Edwardsville with Downers Grove South third.
A single-family residence located at 469 South Sunnyside Avenue in Elmhurst has a new owner since March 26.
Much of northern Illinois has been placed under a tornado watch until 8 p.m. Friday. A Level 3 severe risk brings strong storms, hail and possible tornadoes to northern Illinois on Friday evening.
A single-family house located at 5220 Benton Avenue in Downers Grove changed owners on March 27.
Flexible amenity areas are coming to Downers Grove now that the Village Council has approved a contract for their construction of in the downtown area
Wheaton Park District’s Superhero 3K Fun Run is at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 18 at the Sensory Garden Playground.
Lombard’s lilac sale will be held from noon until 7 p.m. May 7 in Lilac Park near the Metra Train Station.
Wheaton’s Commission on Aging invites residents to help honor the community’s seniors by celebrating their experiences and telling their stories through the Wheaton Senior Stories: Honoring Our History Program
Giving DuPage, the county’s nonprofit resource on volunteerism and giving, sis about to begin its seventh annual Giving DuPage Days community fundraiser
Wheaton enacted some common-sense measures to protect the safety of cyclists, riders, pedestrians and drivers, while setting some minimum requirements for vehicles capable of higher speeds
A north Wheaton intersection has been a four-way stop since earlier this year, and city leaders say they prefer that traffic calming measure over other potential alternatives proposed by a consultant
A 3,656-square-foot single-family house, built in 2007, has changed hands
A Chicago convicted felon accused of leading police on a high-speed chase while armed with a loaded gun will remain in jail until at least his next court appearance, prosecutors said
The Downers Grove Village Council on Tuesday is expected to take the next step in bringing public art to the downtown area
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Almost a decade after launching it — the first Mobile Stroke Unit in Illinois — Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital has rolled out a new, sleeker rig to diagnose and begin treating stroke patients beyond the confines of its emergency department.
Wheaton Academy boys lacrosse rolled past Fremd 17-5 on Monday, with junior attacker Jeff Yaros scoring just 46 seconds into the contest.
Two-time Olympic medalist Ethan Cepuran’s journey came full circle Sunday at a community celebration in his hometown of Glen Ellyn.
A level 3 severe risk is now in place, with the strongest storms likely on Tuesday afternoon into the evening
The single-family home located at 608 South Quincy Street in Hinsdale was sold on March 19, for $1.56 million, or $491 per square foot.
A house in Kenilworth that sold for $10.5 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in DuPage / Cook County over the past week.
Glenbard West rallied back after losing the first set, then overcame a 13-5 deficit in the third set to score a 23-25, 25-19, 25-22 title game victory over the host Rams.
A West Chicago felon will remain in jail until at least his next court appearance after he allegedly pointed a gun a man before leading police on a chase, prosecutors said
West Dundee police are urging teens to think twice about playing the popular “senior assassins” game after a participant scared people and caused a school lockdown this week.
Two Chicago will remain in jail until at least their next court appearance, a DuPage County judge decided on Thursday
Police have two suspects in custody after officers chased a vehicle wanted in connection with a burglary into Elmhurst where it crashed early Thursday morning
Storms may drop over an inch of rain across northern Illinois overnight, raising rivers and increasing flooding concerns by Friday morning.
Families can explore equipment used at Morton Arboretum, and get up close to trucks, municipal emergency vehicles and more.
Metra will be undertaking a wide scope of projects this year, including improvements to 20 stations, replacement of 22 grade crossings, and three major tie replacement projects.
A single-family residence located at 4003 Cumnor Road in Downers Grove has a new owner since March 24.
The single-family residence located at 245 Meadowbrook Lane in Hinsdale was sold on March 25, for $1.48 million, or $330 per square foot.