Across Illinois, IL|News|
3 IL Children’s Hospitals Ranked Among Nation’s Best By U.S. News
See which Illinois hospitals made U.S. News & World Report's list of the 2026-27 Best Children's Hospitals.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Downers Grove|News|
Overnight Closures Planned At 3 Railroad Crossings In Downers Grove
The closures are expected to last through the weekend.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Lisle Park District To Discuss Prohibiting E-Scooters, E-Bikes In Parks
The ordinance would amend the park district's current code of conduct booklet regarding personal transportation devices.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Fire Causes $40K In Damage To Garage In Naperville
The fire broke out Wednesday afternoon on Argyll Lane.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Halloween Festival And Parade Set For Oct. 24 In Glen Ellyn
See what's in store for this year's Halloween Festival and Parade in Glen Ellyn.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings Plans Naperville Opening
The chain's first location in New York is a multi-year Michelin-recommended restaurant.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
The Rec League Applies For Liquor License As Projected Opening Nears
The Rec League's liquor license application will be reviewed at the Oct. 1 Downers Grove Liquor Commission meeting.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Road Closures To Take Effect For Run For The Stars Stars 5K In Wheaton
The race is scheduled for Saturday morning and will lead to temporary road closures.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
New Golden Wok II Location Now Open In Glen Ellyn
The eatery reopened in mid-August after closing temporarily in February when its original owners retired.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
L.L. Bean Announces Grand Opening Details For Naperville Store
The grand opening festivities will start with popup appearances from the L.L. Bean Bootmobile.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Morton Arboretum's 'Green City Rising' Concept Named Co-Winner Of Design Competition
“Green City Rising: People and Trees Thriving Together” was one of the winners of the Horizon Lines: Visions For Chicago 2050 competition.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Man Set Fire To His Aunt And Uncle's House In Wheaton: Police
Nahom T. Abraha, 40, is being held at DuPage County Jail in connection with the Sept. 13 arson.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Curb, Sidewalk Repairs To Cause Detours Near Memorial Park
It's anticipated the detours will be in effect for "several weeks," according to an update from the City of Wheaton.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Downers Grove Woman Gets 3rd DUI With 11-Year-Old In Car: Police Blotter
Police say the woman had a BAC of .211 after she was found driving with her 11-year-old in Downers Grove.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
6th Annual Naperville Irish Fest Brings 2 Days Of Live Music, Dancing, Hurling, More
Naperville Irish Fest will take place Sept. 18 and Sept. 19 at Central Park.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Glass Pumpkin Patch Features Over 8K Handcrafted Pumpkins At Morton Arboretum
This year, Morton Arboretum's Glass Pumpkin Patch features even more glass pumpkins for sale, along with glassblowing demonstrations.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Bourbon Trail, 'Ghouling Pianos,' More Planned For Memorial Park After Dark
Bourbon tasting is optional at this new 21-and-over event at Memorial Park in Wheaton.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Downers Grove To Vote On Industrial Building Proposal For Warrenville Road
The village will vote Tuesday on a proposal to build a 173,000 square foot building with loading docks at Warrenville Road and Cross Street.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Multi-Car Crash Closes Intersection In Glen Ellyn
The crash and road closure prompted detours Monday morning.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Village Council To Hold 1st Reading For Ogden Avenue Dealership Proposal
A new dealership is being proposed for 2100 Ogden Ave. in Downers Grove. The site was formerly home to Bill Kay Corvette.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
