The Elmhurst History Museum has opened “World of Tomorrow: A Century of Progress,” an exhibit celebrating the 1933-34 Century of Progress International Exposition in Chicago.

Glen Ellyn police said they have made an additional arrest stemming from a large gathering of young people at a park district pool on the day after the Fourth of July.

The DuPage County Community Services Department is offering energy assistance

A man is facing multiple felony charges after he was accused of selling fake grenades during an undercover operation in Will County.

Midwestern University is partnering with the Downers Grove Public Library to host a community health lecture series, offering free talks on healthy aging and wellness for seniors, caregivers and community members.

The 10th Annual Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest will make its return Saturday, September 13 outdoors at the Elmhurst History Museum

The Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival is Sept. 6-7, and the DuPage Comic Con is Sept. 6 at the DuPage County Fairgrounds.

An Indianapolis-based real estate firm has acquired a long-idle strip mall site at the front door to downtown Lisle.

The Downers Grove Sanitary District will welcome the community to its annual Open House from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 4 at the Wastewater Treatment Center, 5003 Walnut Ave., Downers Grove.

The People’s Resource Center will hold a fall career and resource fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 3.

A Rockford cleaning woman has been charged with stealing more than $10,000 worth of jewelry from a client’s home in Glen Ellyn, prosecutors said.

Bella Potempa had 13 kills to lead Timothy Christian volleyball past Romeoville to stay unbeaten and Benet and Glenbard South volleyball were also winners in Tuesday's roundup.

he DuPage County Clerk’s Office was a no-show for a scheduled budget presentation at the county board’s finance committee meeting Tuesday — one day after a judge ruled the clerk must follow the county’s accounting procedures.

The Wheaton Police Department will participate in a statewide traffic safety campaign during September

Glen Ellyn has promoted John Hubsky to public works director, succeeding longtime director Dave Buckley, who retired in August after 35 years of service to the village

DuPage County will spend up to $147,000 to have a pair of lobbying firms represent their interests in Springfield for another year.

The Diocese of Joliet has issued a response to the deadly shooting at a Catholic School mass in Minnesota, and says it plans to review school safety policies with principals.

A Carol Stream man accused of setting fire to his home, causing a large explosion and severely damaging his neighbors’ homes, will remain in jail until his next court date.

Catholic church leaders in northern Illinois have asked schools in their dioceses to review security policies as they pray for those affected by a shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis.

Cantigny Park in Wheaton will host live music in its beer garden Aug. 28-29, and The Last Fling is Aug. 29-Sept. 1 in downtown Naperville.

The Wheaton City Council has received the results of the 2025 Community Satisfaction Survey.

Explore new cultures, make new memories with your four-legged friend or embrace the crisp autumn air with the Downers Grove Park District in September.

A Chicago woman accused of leading Villa Park police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car will remain in jail until at least her next court date, prosecutors said.

The Wheaton Mosquito Abatement District will spray for mosquitoes on Aug. 27.

A hearing before the Lisle Planning and Zoning Commission on Benet Academy’s proposal to improve its athletic stadium and grounds has been continued to next month.

DuPage County Clerk Jean Kaczmarek can decide how her office spends money, but when it comes to getting the bills paid, the clerk’s office must follow county procedures, a judge ruled Monday.

All train crossings in Wheaton except for the crossing at Washington Street are currently closed due to a freight train that struck a vehicle, authorities said.

Cantigny Park has announced its schedule of events for visitors of all ages this September. Details, tickets and menus are available at cantigny.org.

The “memorandum of understanding” creates access and opportunity for high school students across the Diocese of Joliet to enroll at USF in Joliet, according to a release announcing the agreement.

Downers Grove police are investigating a robbery that reportedly took place Friday night at the Walgreens on Ogden Avenue, authorities said.

The Third District Appellate Court of Illinois has affirmed the 30-year sentence of Martavious Robinson for a 2019 aggravated vehicular hijacking in Downers Grove.

The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 will host its 12th annual Oktoberfest from 4:30 to 11 p.m. Sept. 12 and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sept. 13.

Hosted by the Lemont High School Educational Foundation, the Taste of Lemont will be held from 5 to 11 p.m. Sept. 6 at the Metra Lot in downtown Lemont.

The city of Wheaton and the Wheaton Park District invite the community to attend Wheaton’s annual September 11 Remembrance Ceremony in the Memorial Park band shell, 225 Karlskoga Ave.

A federal indictment accused four business owners from Will, Cook and DuPage counties of fraudulently obtaining about $2.8 million from COVID-19 pandemic relief programs.

A former West Chicago man was sentenced Wednesday to 40 years in prison for his role in the 2018 murder of Luis Guerrero, 18, of West Chicago.

The People’s Resource Center will hold its Fall Career and Resource Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 3, at the Westmont location, 104 Chestnut Ave.

Tap into history at a free informational event at an event hosted by the Downers Grove Historical Society and the village of Downers Grove at 7 p.m. Sept. 24.

The DuPage County Fairgrounds will also host the ESCONI Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show Aug. 23.

A Chicago man has been accused of leading police on a high-speed chase through Villa Park Tuesday in a stolen Kia, prosecutors said.

Montini Catholic Football in Lombard will hold a special celebration honoring the 10-year anniversary of its 2015 championship season.

The city of Wheaton Community Relations Commission invites the community to attend the Wheaton Block Party, a free, family-friendly event frm noon to 3 p.m. Sept. 20. at Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave.

The Veterans Assistance Commission of DuPage County, along with the DuPage County Recorder’s Office will host the annual Veterans Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Aug. 26.

Downers Grove residents should not judge the Village Council by the recent debate over a new way to select a mayor pro tem, Mayor Bob Barnett says

A St. Francis High School student recently achieved a perfect score on the ACT test.

Join the village of Woodridge at the Fred C. Hohnke Community Center, 2600 Center Dr., from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday for a community event with a focus on gathering input for Woodridge’s Comprehensive Plan Update.

The Kids Muster, hosted by the Downers Grove Fire Department, is a chance for school-aged children to learn about fire safety, while taking part in fun activities.

The city of Wheaton is accepting applications for the Senior Assistance Program, an annual program administered through the city’s Commission on Aging that provides monthly financial assistance to qualifying seniors.

Dr. Susan Buchanan of the University of Illinois Chicago School of Public Health said lead found in paint used inside older homes remains the primary source of lead exposure for children

The owner of an Addison ice cream shop is accused of secretly video recording multiple females, including two minors, at the shop, prosecutors said.