Wheaton, IL|News|
This is What $329,900 Buys You in Wheaton
For almost $330K, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes in Wheaton. This should help you decide.
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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Batavia|News|
Karl Smith Obituary
Here is more information about the 45-year-old father of two and memorial contributions.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Officials: Fake School Bus Crash in Batavia Jan. 9 Was Training Exercise
The simulation included student participants as well as the Batavia police and fire departments.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
Services Set for St. Charles Man Killed in Batavia Crash
A celebration of Karl Smith's life will be held at Moss Family Funeral Home in Batavia.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Memorial for Man in Route 25 Crash Announced
A celebration of Karl Smith's life will be held at Moss Family Funeral Home in Batavia.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Sold! Tri-Cities Home Sales: Jan. 11 Edition
See what's selling around Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Sold! Naperville and Lisle Home Sales: Jan. 10 Edition
See what's selling around town.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Sold! Wheaton Home Sales: Jan. 10 Edition
What's selling?
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Tri-Cities Death Notices Jan. 9, 2013
Obituaries with memorial services and upcoming visitations at area funeral homes.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Police Name Driver in Fatal Route 25 Crash
The 45-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. Here is his identity and how the crash happened.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
UPDATE: Man Dies After Crash Monday Near Batavia
One person is dead and another was sent to the hospital. Here are the initial details.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Death Notices, Jan. 8
Obituaries with memorial services and upcoming visitations at area funeral homes.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Death Notices, Jan. 8
Obituaries with memorial services and upcoming visitations at area funeral homes.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Batavia Week in Review: New Year, New Laws, New Superman Movie
Here are your top local stories from the past week.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Resident's Dog Suffers Fatal Hit on Route 31 Sunday Afternoon
The dog belongs to a family in the area, fire officials said. Here’s what happened.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Holiday Ornament, Decoration Packing Tips from Pros
The holidays are over and it's time to pack away decorations and ornaments. Here are some tips to ensure items are safe and sound for next year.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
OMG PD: Free Ride to Jail, The Ol' Vomit Excuse
Here's a round-up of recent and bizarre police report items from the area.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Tri-Cities DUI Arrests, Jan. 6
Here's this week's roundup of local drunken driving arrests.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville DUI Arrests, Jan. 6
Here's this week's roundup of local drunken driving arrests.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
DuPage DUI Arrests, Jan. 6
More than 34 DUI arrests were made in DuPage County over the holidays, according to police reports.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff