Downers Grove|News|
'This Is So Long Overdue:' Downers Grove Celebrates Pride Month
"Celebrating Pride for the first time in Downers Grove history is exciting for everyone," Mary Blanchard told Patch.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Early Morning Road Closures Expected In Wheaton Saturday
Several roads will be closed Saturday morning until 10 a.m.
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Lisle, IL|News|
Outdoor Film Festival To Show At Community Park In Lisle
The June 5 film festival will feature three original short films and in-person comments from cast members and directors.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
76 Tickets Doled Out For Memorial Day Crackdown In DuPage County
The citations included 44 speeding tickets, according to the DuPage County Sheriff's Office.
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Naperville, IL|News|
7-Eleven Robbed On Route 59 In Naperville; Suspect Sought: Police
Police say the suspect implied he had a weapon during the early morning robbery.
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Naperville, IL|News|
National Merit Scholars From Naperville Announced
Sixteen high school students from Naperville are among the 2021 National Merit Scholarship winners.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
National Merit Scholars From Wheaton Announced
Three high school students from Wheaton are among the 2021 National Merit Scholarship winners.
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Lisle, IL|News|
National Merit Scholars From Lisle Announced
Two high school students from Lisle are among the 2021 National Merit Scholarship winners.
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Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
National Merit Scholars From Glen Ellyn Announced
Three high school students from Glen Ellyn are among the 2021 National Merit Scholarship winners.
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Downers Grove|News|
National Merit Scholars From Downers Grove Announced
High school students from Downers Grove are among the 2021 National Merit Scholarship winners.
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Naperville, IL|News|
Overdue Fines Nixed At All Naperville Public Library Locations
The change, intended to foster wider access to library materials, went into effect Tuesday.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
House Peered Into, Car Burglarized In Downers Grove: Police
Downers Grove's police reports for the week of May 31 include criminal trespassing and a car burglary.
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Naperville, IL|News|
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Naperville Man, Chicago Woman: Reports
Police say the crash took place on the Dan Ryan near 63rd Street Saturday morning.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Barber Fatally Shot Man Over Unpaid Haircut: Police
Police said Deshon Mcadory, 40, of Lombard, shot a man in the chest for refusing to pay for a haircut at his Maywood barbershop.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
SWAT Team Called After Trespasser Found In Glen Ellyn Home: Cops
The incident closed the area around the 200 block of Glenwood Sunday morning.
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Naperville, IL|News|
$1.7M Home With Sun Room, 750-Bottle Wine Cellar In Naperville
This luxurious home is in the heart of downtown Naperville and offers a posh, private theater and an outdoor fireplace.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Wheaton Estate Boasts Sprawling Backyard, Stone Patio
A wet bar, a game area and three fireplaces are part of this home's many amenities.
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Downers Grove|News|
Mansion With Pool, Outdoor Hot Tub, Fire Pit In Downers Grove
This charming Downers Grove estate also boasts a sun room with a heated floor.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Nearly Half Of All DuPage Residents Fully Vaccinated For COVID-19
As of May 27, 446,766 DuPage Co. residents have been fully vaccinated against coronavirus, but the health department still urges vigilance.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Attempted Murder Charges Filed In 'Brazen' Naperville Shooting
Police say Giovanni Portillo, 30, fired "at least 10 rounds" at a rival gang member in the 600 block of south Route 59 on May 15.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
