Wheaton, IL|News|
Fire Damages Town Home, 2 Cars In Warrenville: Fire Department
The fire damaged a town home in the 29W400 block of Crabtree Lane, leaving it uninhabitable.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Lanes To Open For 4th Of July Weekend Travel In DuPage County
Non-emergency closures will be suspended from 3 p.m. Friday, until 11:59 p.m. Monday, but some lanes will still be closed.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
DuPage County Falls Short Of COVID-19 Vaccination Goal
The DuPage County Health Department had aimed to have 80 percent of residents fully vaccinated by July 1.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Chicago 2021 Fireworks Back On: Lakefront Show Set For July 3
Mayor Lori Lightfoot promised a "grandiose fireworks display" July 3. Here's how to see Chicago's 4th of July fireworks.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Signing Off: Retired Chief Robert Marshall Makes Last Radio Call
Naperville Police Chief Robert Marshall signed off for the last time with a touching police radio call as he headed into retirement July 2.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Good News Illinois: Love Lifts Tornado Victims, Hero Turns 100
Need something to smile about? Check out our weekly dose of the cheeriest stories Illinois has to offer.
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Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Glen Ellyn's 4th Of July 2021
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Glen Ellyn.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Wheaton's 4th Of July 2021
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Wheaton.
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Naperville, IL|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Naperville’s 4th Of July 2021
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Naperville.
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Downers Grove|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Downers Grove's 4th Of July 2021
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Downers Grove.
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Downers Grove|News|
Woman, 96, Dies After Being Left On Bus Overnight; 2 Charged
Two nursing home employees face charges after the cold exposure death of a woman in February at Cordia Senior Living in Westmont.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Original Rainbow Cone Truck To Roll Into Downers Grove
Catch the Original Rainbow Cone Truck when it swings by Fairview Plaza to help raise funds for tornado victims.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Girl, 4, Reads 100 Books In 1 Day At Glen Ellyn Public Library
A self-proclaimed "bookworm," Evelyn Brodeur set a record at the library by reading 100 books in just five hours with her mom, Frances.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
4th Of July 2021: Patriotic Illinois Pets On Parade
These Illinois pets are exceedingly adorable in red, white and blue. Find out how to feature your pet too!
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Wheaton, IL|News|
6 Catalytic Converters Cut From Cars In Wheaton: Cops
Police say 16 catalytic converters have been stolen in Wheaton in the past three months.
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Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Gun Stolen, Car Burglarized In Glen Ellyn: Police Blotter
A home and a car were burglarized in Glen Ellyn during the week of June 14, police say.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
50K Pounds Of Food Donated To West Suburban Pantry After Tornado
West Suburban Community Pantry has been "completely inundated" with donations since an EF-3 tornado hit Woodridge, Naperville and nearby.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Taste Of Glen Ellyn, Carnival To Return In August 2021
The five-day festival in downtown Glen Ellyn will feature samplings from local eateries, carnival rides and two stages of live music.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
COVID-19 Tests Required If Unvaccinated At North Central College
The Naperville college will require coronavirus testing throughout the fall semester for students and staff who are not vaccinated.
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Naperville, IL|News|
12 Guns Stolen In Naperville 2020 Looting, 2 Men Charged: Feds
Two men face federal charges after police said they broke in and stole 12 guns from Shoot Point Blank in Naperville.
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