Wheaton, IL|News|
Ready for Gridlock? Route 59 Construction Underway
The two-year project began Aug. 19 and has a "significant impact" on drivers, officials said.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
- Batavia, IL
After studying journalism at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Charles worked for almost three years right after graduation at the Wausau Daily Herald newspaper in Wisconsin, covering K-12 and higher education.
Before that Charles honed his skills as an intern at the Naperville Sun and then the Kane County Chronicle.
Charles has lived in DuPage County for most of his life. He is back on familiar turf and ready to tell your stories.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Who Might Run for Dillard's State Senate Seat?
With his run for the governor's office, state Sen. Kirk Dillard will be forced to relinquish his 24th District seat. Who wants it?
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
New Homes For Sale in Wheaton This Week
Find homes for sale in Wheaton on this page every week, from our partners at Zillow.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Liquor License Gets Approval for Mariano's Fresh Market in Wheaton
Mariano's plans to open at the end of October at the corner of Naperville and Roosevelt roads in Wheaton.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
$20K in Jewelry Taken From Downers Grove Business: Police Blotter
Downers Grove police reports, Aug. 19
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Burr Ridge, IL|News|
Man Charged With Marijuana Possession: Police Blotter
Burr Ridge police reports, July 29-Aug. 4
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Hinsdale Man Charged With Intent to Deliver Ecstasy, Marijuana
Hinsdale police reports, Aug. 13-16
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Big Cicada-Killing Wasps Spotted in Greater Chicago Area
Cicada killer wasps are reported to be numerous in the Chicago area this summer.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Job Central: Edward Hospital, Choo Choo Johnny's, Nicor, Staples
Looking for a new job or just curious what options are available? We have some local job openings to share.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Job Central: Edward Hospital, Choo Choo Johnny's, Nicor, Staples
Looking for a new job or just curious what options are available? We have some local job openings to share.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Big Cicada-Killing Wasps Spotted in Greater Chicago Area
Cicada killer wasps are reported to be numerous in the Chicago area this summer.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Statewide Cell Phone Driving Ban Now Official: Quinn Signs Law
New law takes effect Jan. 1, 2014.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Scam with Little Boy Reported Near Lisle Tuesday
A man asked a woman questions while a 10-year-old boy stole her purse near Route 53 and Maple Avenue, police said.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Man Charged With Disorderly Conduct at Grocery Store:Police Blotter
Downers Grove police reports, Aug. 18.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|News|
Woman With 4 Kids in Car Charged With DUI: Police Blotter
Burr Ridge police reports, Aug. 4.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
Criminal Damage, Trespassing in Vehicles Reported: Police Blotter
Woodridge police reports, July 27-28
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Woman Charged With Resisting an Officer, Domestic Battery: Police Blotter
Darien police reports, July 8.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
DuPage Sheriff Launches 'Manhunt Monday' Program
Each Monday the DuPage Sheriff’s Office will highlight one criminal being sought after for having outstanding warrants. Here's this week's edition.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Woman Charged With Cannabis Possession: Police Blotter
Here is an item from the Village of Lisle Police Department blotter from Aug. 6.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Patch Roundup: School Official Charged with $1.5 Million Theft; Killer Gets 75 Years
Also this week: a man is charged in a DUI crash that injured two kids, a community rallies to support a beating victim and a guy standing on a fountain yelling at people is busted for drugs.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
