Batavia|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
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|
Quadrantid Meteor Shower 2013 Peaks Jan. 4
The first meteor shower of 2013 was in full swing Friday morning.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
This is What $275,000 Buys You
For $275K, you could purchase one of three comparably-priced homes in Batavia, Geneva or St. Charles. This should help you decide.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
This is What $299,900 Buys You
For almost $300K, you could purchase a home or a townhome in Elmhurst.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
This is What $400,000 Buys You
For $400K, you could purchase one of these two comparably-priced homes. Do you want to live in Naperville or Lisle?
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
This is What $499,900 Buys You in Wheaton
For almost a half-million, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes in Wheaton. This should help you decide.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
New Sex Offender, Child Luring Laws In Effect For 2013
A bill sponsored in 2012 by State Sen. Kirk Dillard (R-Hinsdale) will prohibit sex offenders from participating in holiday events involving children as of Jan. 1.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Sold! Elmhurst Home Sales: Jan. 3 Edition
What's selling? A downtown Elmhurst home sold for over $1 million.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Sold! Tri-Cities Home Sales: Jan. 3 Edition
A home on Batavia's west side sold for more than a half-million. See what else is selling around Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Sold! Naperville and Lisle Home Sales: Jan. 3 Edition
What's selling? A downtown Naperville home sold for $650K.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Sold! Wheaton Home Sales: Jan. 3 Edition
What's selling? A home near Roosevelt sold for over a half-million.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
New Underage Drinking Law Cracks Down on Parents
Provisions of an Illinois law expands on parents' responsibilities to prevent underage drinking on their property.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Batavia, Geneva NIU Players Were At Orange Bowl
The roster includes Winkel, Santacaterina and more. These and other athletes from Chicago suburbs and Patch towns are on some of the best teams in college football this season.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Tri-Cities Death Notices Jan. 2, 2013
Obituaries with memorial services and upcoming visitations at area funeral homes.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Death Notices, Jan. 1
Obituaries with memorial services and upcoming visitations at area funeral homes.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Death Notices, Jan. 1
Obituaries with memorial services and upcoming visitations at area funeral homes.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Batavia Week in Review: Bank Robbery, Citizens of the Year, Air Rifle Revolt
Here are your top local stories from Dec. 23 to Dec. 30.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
How Many Drinks Will Get You A DUI?
If you insist on driving after a few drinks, here's what you should know about how alcohol affects your system — and your criminal record.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Remember Russell Crowe in Batavia? Check Out the New 'Man of Steel' Trailer!
Closely watch these clips from the new Superman movie shot around Kane and Kendall County in 2011 and look for some local filming locations.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
Teen With Air Rifle Incident Sparks Reader Comments
Some think police over-reacted, others declare it was the right move. Here's what some folks had to say about the Christmas incident on Route 31.char
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
