Downers Grove

The Illinois Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will host the inaugural Illinois Construction Hike for Hope at 10 a.m. June 28, at Hidden Lake Forest Preserve in Downers Grove

Among the highlights of summer in the suburbs are “Always…Patsy Cline" on stage, along with the band Asia's John Payne, folk music and blues artists, Wheaton Municipal Band, a book sale extraordinaire and walking tour.

A Downers Grove has switched careers and bought a franchise of Caring Transitions, which assists people in downsizing and relocation.

Many Illinois communities are adding back a 1% grocery tax that will otherwise expire on Jan. 1. Is your town among them?

Images from the 2025 Rotary GroveFest on Thursday, June 19, 2025 in Downers Grove. The festival runs through Sunday, June 22, 2025.

Midwestern University's Downers Grove campus has been recognized as a Carnegie Research University

Pete Wilt will be missed by those he trained as well as his colleagues at the Downers Grove Park District's fitness center

Rock bands take the stage as festivals and concert series unfold across the suburbs, complemented by cruise nights, Wheaton Drama's new show, a spotlight on rarely seen artworks and an antiques sale fundraiser.

Downers Grove’s annual Rotary Grove Fest kicks off on Thursday in the downtown area

The Downers Grove Grade School District 58 Board of Education recently appointed three candidates to fill administrative positions.

The Downers Grove South High School teacher accused of sexually abusing a student is facing 52 new charges.

A group of residents who live in an unincorporated area west of Downers Grove are protesting a daycare center proposed for Maple Avenue near their neighborhood

New pedestrian bridge planned for Maple Grove Forest Preserve near Downers Grove

Spring amps up the fun with milestone celebrations and a headlining turn by the Legendary Count Basie Orchestra on Father's Day Sunday as part of a Jazz & Wine Fest in Cantigny Park in Wheaton.

Three men have been charged with traveling to meet a minor at a Downers Grove motel for sexual purposes, prosecutors said.

A staple in the downtown Downers Grove restaurant community has closed its doors after two decades

Downers Grove Pride Fest was held at Fishel Park on Saturday June 7, 2025 in Downers Grove.

A group of Downers Grove residents used Tuesday's Village Council meeting to chastise commissioners for their behavior at the May 20 meeting when they rejected Mayor Bob Barnett's nomination of Commissioner Martin Tully as mayor pro tem

A motion to revoke pre-trial release for a Downers Grove man newly charged with burglary and aggravated battery allegedly committed less than three hours after being discharged from the DuPage County Jail on burglary and retail theft charges, prosecutors said.

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’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.

Downers Grove North PE teacher strives to involve students interested in team sports

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