Batavia|News|
Tri-Cities DUI Arrests, Nov. 11
One man was intoxicated and had cannabis, police said. Another man's car struck a utility pole. Here's this week's roundup of drunken driving arrests.
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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Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville DUI Arrests, Nov. 11
An 18-year-old girl drove under the influence of drugs and had liquor, police said. A 22-year-old man was driving the wrong way. Here's this week's roundup of local drunken driving arrests.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
DuPage DUI Arrests, Nov. 11
Police pull over intoxicated drivers who were speeding and drivers without licenses. Get the details in this week's roundup.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Police Break Up Underage Drinking Party, Woman Charged
Officers found more than 60 juveniles at the party. A 50-year-old woman faces a fine in connection to the bash. Here's what else happened.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
OMG PD: Halloween Wreck, Head Games, Morning Alcohol
Here's a round-up of recent and bizarre police report items from the area.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Batavia Business Owners React to Obama Reelection
Some local business owners are optimistic about the next four years. Others are upset and concerned. Here are their comments.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Police Seize 15 Lbs. of Cannabis, Tri-Cities Man Charged
Sheriff's deputies arrested this 39-year-old and confiscated $15,000 in low-grade cannabis. Here are the details.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
This is What $520,000 Buys You
For $520K, you could purchase one of three comparably-priced homes in Batavia, Geneva or St. Charles. This should help you decide.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
This is What $550,000 Buys You
For $550K, 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 $549,000 Buys You in Wheaton
For $549K, you could purchase one of two comparably-priced homes in Wheaton. This should help you decide.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Sold! Elmhurst Home Sales: Dec. 13 Edition
A home on Oak Street sold for almost $600,000. See what else is selling around town.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Sold! Tri-Cities Home Sales: Nov. 8 Edition
See what's selling around Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Sold! Naperville and Lisle Home Sales: Nov. 8 Edition
See what's selling around town.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Sold! Wheaton Home Sales: Nov. 8 Edition
What's selling? This four-bedroom home on Plamondon sold for $677,500.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Huntley, IL|News|
Russell Takes Coroner Race, Obama Barely Wins Kane County
Rob Russell wins the race with 56 percent of the vote. Here are some quotes and a recap of other Kane County races.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Coyote Attacks, Takes Dog in North Aurora
There were two coyote incidents in the area this weekend. Here are the details.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Russell Takes Coroner Race, Fellow GOP Win Many County Contests
Rob Russell wins the race with 56 percent of the vote. Here are some quotes and a recap of other Kane County races.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Coyote Attacks, Takes Dog in North Aurora
There were two coyote incidents in the area this weekend. Here are the details.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Batavia Woman Accused of Battery Was Defending Herself, Sister Says
The 38-year-old woman charged in Sunday's incident was trying to protect herself against her boyfriend, the sister told Patch. Here is what she had to say.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff
Batavia|News|
Batavia Woman Accused of Battery Was Defending Herself, Sister Says
The 38-year-old woman charged in Sunday's incident was trying to protect herself against her boyfriend, the sister told Patch. Here is what she had to say.
Charles Menchaca, Patch Staff