Naperville, IL|News|
Shooting Threat Under Investigation At Naperville North High School
The school was on lockdown Thursday afternoon after the main office received a threat.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Repair Work To Close Washington Street Crossing
Detours will be in place as crews perform repairs to the railroad crossing at Washington Street in Wheaton.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Severe Storms Likely As Temperatures Plunge In Chicago Area
The storms could bring 60 mph winds and damaging hail. Here's when the severe weather is expected to hit the Chicago area.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Sand And Sun Inspire "Spring Break Beach Break" At DuPage Children's Museum
The activation features play and exploration stations that incorporate sensory elements and beach themes.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Fire Department Saw Slight Decrease In Calls Last Year In Downers Grove
The Downers Grove Fire Department responded to 8,158 calls in 2025, according to their annual report.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Cops Issue 88 Tickets During St. Patrick's Day Traffic Crackdown In Naperville
The safety campaign ran March 13 through March 23 with increased patrols throughout the city.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Unlimited Macaroni And Cheese Samples Await At Mac Festival In Wheaton
Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Mac Fest in downtown Wheaton.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
Hollywood Blvd Cinema To Auction Off Memorabilia Ahead Of Remodeling
Vintage decor, decorative statues, signed posters and a replica of the Blues Brothers car will be available at the March 28 auction.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
'Americans And The Holocaust' Exhibition Comes To Downers Grove Library
The library is among 50 in the United States to host the "Americans and the Holocaust" exhibition.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Wheaton French Market Prepares To Kick Off 2026 Season
Bensoudin USA Inc.'s Wheaton French Market will return in mid-April.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Arbor Day Tree Sale Underway In Naperville
Naperville's 2026 Arbor Day Tree Sale is underway through April 22. See what's for available for purchase this year.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Fire Damages Business On Roosevelt Road In Wheaton
Monday evening's fire left a business on Roosevelt Road uninhabitable.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Adults-Only Bubbly Bunny Egg Hunt Comes To Lake Ellyn Park
The 21-and-over event is set for March 27 at Lake Ellyn Park.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Yard Waste Pickup Resumes For 2026 Season in Lisle
LRS Waste Management will collect food scraps, yard debris and other organic waste until mid-December.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Nearly 2 Dozen District 58 Student Projects Head To State In PTA Reflections Contest
Nearly two dozen District 58 students will compete in the state contest, showcasing media inspired by the theme "I Belong."
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
KidsMatter Adds Arts And Innovation Course To SpringBoard Summer Series
Applications for the SpringBoard Summer Series program are open through April 12.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
DuPage County Earmarks $4.8M To Help Organizations Battle Food Insecurity
The funds will help support Loaves & Fishes, the Conservation Foundation and the Northern Illinois Food Bank.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
Cops Issue 44 Tickets During St. Patrick's Day Crackdown In Woodridge
The safety campaign ran March 13 through March 23 with increased patrols throughout the village.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
National Puppy Day: Illinois Patch Celebrates Pups Of All Ages
See pics of devastatingly adorable pups from Illinois Patch readers...and a few from our editors!
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
4 Arrested; 55 Ticketed During St. Patrick's Day Crackdown In DuPage County
The safety campaign ran from March 13 through March 23.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
