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The DG PrideFest, featuring food, entertainment, children's activities and community organizations, will be held Saturday at Fishel Park in Downers Grove
Greener Grove has grown from a small group of likeminded neighbors to a one of Downers Grove's impactful non-profit organizations in just a few years.
After four decades in the classroom, Ogden Avenue School's Nancy Ray Tusek will bring her teaching career to a close on Friday
Patrons shop the Downers Grove Farmers Market on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at the Main Street Train Station. More than 60 vendors come together each week.
A Colorado juvenile has been accused of robbing a woman at gunpoint in downtown Downers Grove last month.
The Downers Grove Park District on Friday will name the recreation center in honor of long-time commissioner Cathy Mahoney
Summer concerts in Downers Grove, farmers markets, a major art exhibition and a stage comedy gem are happening this weekend.
Resource teacher earns honors for her creativity and tireless dedication in helping students succeed.
Farmers markets are opening throughout the suburbs. Some start in June or later; others have already begun. Here’s a helpful guide.
A second teen has been charged with robbing a woman at gunpoint in downtown Downers Grove last month, prosecutors said.
Downers Grove launches its Friday Night Live concert lineup, while Westmont is home to the Spring Fling Festival, Darien adds a carnival to the holiday weekend, and The Forge Lemont Quarries presents the Blues, Brews & BBQ Fest. Theater lovers are offered a trio of new offerings.
The Downers Grove Village Council Tuesday rejected Mayor Bob Barnett’s appointment of Commissioner Martin Tully to serve as mayor pro tem.
The Downers Grove South Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony was held on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at the school.
The Downers Grove North Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony was held on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at the school.
A family celebrated their grandparents' 90th birthdays by in installng a Free Little Library at Patriots Park in Downers Grove
Special events range from The Morton Arboretum's Arbor Day Plant Sale and a production of "Our Town" at the MAC to live music, a showcase of jewelry artistry and an interactive exhibition on farming in DuPage County at the Elmhurst History Museum.
A 22-year-old motorcyclist succumbed to injuries sustained in a Wednesday morning crash on Butterfield Road in Wheaton, authorities said.
A 24-year-old man was shot to death Saturday evening during an altercation in Downers Grove, police said.
New Downers Grove commissioners Tammy Sarver and Rob Roe were sworn in on May 6 and are excited to start working as members of the Village Council
May Fest will bloom at Cantigny, while Wheaton separately plays host to a mac-and-cheese festival. Concerts will showcase folk and classical artists, while the game's afoot for "Miss Holmes Returns."
Downers Grove North PE teacher strives to involve students interested in team sports
Downers Grove North’s Mike Heinz may be in his last year serving as chairman of the school’s science department but he has no plans on slowing down.
The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club and the First Congregational United Church of Christ were honored recently for their support of Hope's Front Door.
The Downers Grove Park District hosted the annual Country in the Park on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the Downers Grove Museum in Downers Grove.
Downers Grove and Woodridge police are investigating several commercial burglaries that occurred in both communities in the early morning hours Sunday, authorities said.
Downers Grove police are investigating an armed robbery that took place Friday in the 1600 block of 75th Street.
Ken Lerner will be recognized April 30 at the Downers Grove Historical Society's Historian of the Year
Eclectic activities feature a highly anticipated regional premiere at Drury Lane Theatre, bluegrass, ABBA tribute, magic show and a celebration of science and history with a local documentary presented at the Tivoli Theatre in Downers Grove.
It's been a remarkable, hard-fought recovery for former village commissioner Rich Kulovany.
Six people are in custody after Downers Grove police say a woman was the victim of an armed robbery Tuesday night.
Members of the Downers Grove Village Council Tuesday lauded outgoing commissioners Danny Glover and Greg Hose who are stepping down from the council
U.S. Rep. Sean Casten, a Downers Grove Democrat who represents Illinois’ Sixth Congressional District, led the town hall Saturday, April 12, at Dixon’s Sauk Valley Community College to discuss concerns from Sauk Valley-area residents about national events.
Four Cook County men have been charged with stealing from multiple Home Depot stores located in DuPage County, prosecutors said.
A Downers Grove South High School teacher pleaded not guilty Monday to sexually abusing and sexually assaulting a student.
White Fence Farm has added three new food items to its carryout menu at its four locations.
Resident season passes are on sale for the Adventure Falls Sprayground in Downers Grove
A new science department chair has been named at Downers Grove North High School
An acclaimed guest violinist, a debut Spring Fest at Brookfield Zoo Chicago and a winning fish fry and foreign film will be part of the fun.
A Yorkville man has been charged after he attempted to hire an undercover police officer posing at a hitman to kill a woman, according to a news release from the Yorkville Police Department.
Downers Grove North High School senior Colin Finn earned a free ride to college as a recipient of the Chick Evans Scholarship
Downers Grove police are investigating a string of commercial burglaries in its retail corridors.
The members of the Pierce Downer’s Heritage Alliance are taking a breather after decades of service to Downers Grove and are passing the torch of community activism.
The Downers Grove South High School teacher accused of sexually abusing a student wrote what police called a “memoir” about the matter on her phone.
An array of folk music artists will kick off a three-part series of concert fundraisers at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 6, to benefit Two Way Street Coffee House in Downers Grove.
Tony-winning best play “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike” is part of a lineup that includes creating eye-catching gardens and enjoying live music for every taste in DuPage and Cook counties.
Early returns indicate Chris Gilmartin leads the six-way race for seats on the Downers Grove Village Council
A slate of candidates is leading in the race for seats on the Community High School District 99 Board of Education
Voters determined this election who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.
Tammy Sarver: We need to have serious discussions about the repercussions of unchecked and irresponsible building and development upon the natural environment
Rob Roe: The Village must maintain a balanced budget and their incredible bond rating to ensure real estate taxes do not increase