Downers Grove|News|
$6M Estate With In-Ground Pool Set On 4.6 Acres In Oak Brook
This unbelievable Oak Brook property features a private pond, an in-ground pool and much more.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
1920s Glen Ellyn Home Features Outdoor Hot Tub, Fireplace
Built in 1926, this stunning Glen Ellyn property features an outdoor fireplace and hot tub, a wine cellar and much more.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Millennium Carillon To Be Closed Due To Construction
The carillon's Summer Recital Series is also canceled for 2021 due to construction to rehabilitate Moser Tower.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Drug-Induced Homicide Charges Filed Against Pair In Wheaton Death
Kalvin Beulle, 31, and Nicole Cassata, 23, both of Glendale Heights, are accused of providing Nicholas Donzelli, 32, with a fatal overdose.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
31 Inpatients Hospitalized With Coronavirus At Edward Hospital
The new numbers show a slight increase when compared to the previous week's statistics.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Rain Barrel Sales Start For 2021 In Downers Grove
Residents have until May 28 to place an order via mail, and until May 31 to place an order online.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Salute 2021 To Return With Fireworks, Food, More
Details are still pending regarding the festival's capacity and other coronavirus-related safety measures.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Smoke Detectors Save Family From House Fire In Naperville
Fire officials say smoke detectors alerted the home's three residents to the blaze early Monday.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Gas Leak Shuts Down Intersection In Downers Grove
Village officials were responding to the gas leak just after noon.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
1.9 Percent Hike In Coronavirus Cases In DuPage County
In total, there have been 86,397 coronavirus cases and 1,250 deaths in DuPage County as of Sunday, according to IDPH.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Lisle 8-Year-Old, Family Thank 'Heroes' Who Battled House Fire
"I want to be a firefighter when I grow up because they’re heroes and I want to be a hero one day," Myra Shaik, 8, told Patch.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
'Sweetest' Boy, 2, Battles Leukemia In Downers Grove
Cole Magnus, 2, was diagnosed with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) on April 6. He now needs costly chemotherapy treatments.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Good News, Illinois: Theme Park Reopening, Fire Rescues, More
We hope these good news stories from across Illinois bring a smile to your face.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville's Last Fling To Return, Will Be 'Scaled Down' In 2021
The popular festival, which was nixed in 2020 due to coronavirus, will be held Sept. 3 through Sept. 6.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
$1.6M Wheaton Mansion With Outdoor Fireplace, Sports Court
This Wheaton home lets you relax under the stars around an outdoor fireplace or play a game in your own private sports court.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Over 25% Of DuPage Co. Residents Fully Vaccinated For Coronavirus
As of mid-April, 238,324 DuPage County residents have been fully vaccinated against coronavirus, but health officials still urge caution.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Curaleaf Opens Recreational Cannabis Store In Westmont
The 4,700 square foot store opened April 15 at 11 E. Ogden Ave.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Theater Room, Outdoor Fireplace In $1.5M Downers Grove Estate
This Downers Grove estate features a theater room, a game room and an outdoor fireplace.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Shots Fired At Naperville Apartment Complex: Cops
Police say one bullet entered an apartment, but no one was injured.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
New Coronavirus Cases Increase By 2.6% In Lisle
Since March 2020, Lisle has seen 1,796 coronavirus cases, according to DuPage County Health Department.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
