Rotary GroveFest Returns To Downtown Downers Grove June 25

Rotary GroveFest will return to downtown Downers Grove in late June. See the music lineup for each day of the four-day festival.

Midwestern University Celebrates Discovery at Kenneth A. Suarez Research Day

Students present research posters guided by faculty mentorship

Rescued Beagles Welcomed To West Suburban Humane Society

The dogs were among some 1,500 beagles rescued from a biomedical research and dog breeding facility in Wisconsin.

5 Restaurants In Downers Grove Taking Mother’s Day Reservations

Here are a few Downers Grove restaurants offering brunches, buffets, prix fixe dinners and more for Mother's Day 2026.

As The School Year Winds Down

Fireball Gives the Teacher Apple An Adult Upgrade!

4 District 99 Students Honored With 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

The students were recognized by the Alliance for Young Artists and Writers from among 110,000 submissions.

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center

Take a field trip!

Midwestern’s Thrive Program Supports Postpartum Women

MWU Clinics program blends medical and physical therapy expertise

U.S. Rep. Sean Casten Plans May Virtual Town Hall Wednesday For IL-06 Constituents

U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (IL-06) will discuss his work in Washington and take questions in a virtual town hall, Wednesday, May 6.

Mother's® Cookies and Magnolia Bakery Whip Up a Whimsical Collab

To Sweeten National Strawberry Month!

Spare Tires Nabbed From 15 Trucks In Downers Grove

Police say the spare tires were likely all stolen on the same night.

Outdoor Rooftop Concert featuring the South Side Exiles

The South Side Exiles play on the Joliet Museum's Outdoor Rooftop Music Series Friday, May 15th at 7pm!

Outdoor Rooftop Concert featuring the South Side Exiles

The South Side Exiles play on the Joliet Museum's Outdoor Rooftop Music Series Friday, May 15th at 7pm (doors open at 6:15pm)!

Midwestern University and Bradley University Establish New Articulation Agreement

Partnership offers admissions opportunities for qualified students

Seville by Fabio Viviani Launches Weekend Brunch

And the Menu Is as Stunning as the Rooftop Views!

Truck Stolen Outside Home In Downers Grove

Police say the truck contained thousands of dollars of equipment.

'Cruisin' Nights' Returns To Downtown Westmont

The 2026 Cruisin' Nights season will begin on June 4.

Biedelman Furniture

The oldest business in DuPage County has closed!

Downers Grove Park District Appoints New Executive Director

Michael Gianatasio will take over the role of Downers Grove Park District Executive Director amid Bill McAdam's retirement.

DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center

The DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center provides care and medical treatment to injured, orphaned, and sick native wild animals.

District 58 Student Heads To National 'PTA Reflections Competition,' Others Place At State

Students from Downers Grove Grade School District 58 earned nods in the PTA Reflections Program, with one student heading to nationals.

New Monthly Event Planned After Moose Cruise Nights Canceled

Downers Grove Moose Lodge President Angie Winslow also shared more detais about

Outdoor Rooftop Concert featuring the South Side Exiles

The South Side Exiles play on the Joliet Museum's Outdoor Rooftop Music Series Friday, May 15th at 7pm (doors open at 6:15pm)!

Valuable Basketball Card Stolen After Package Opened In Downers Grove

A basketball card was stolen from a package that was delivered to a Downers Grove home April 20.

HoneyComb Looks To Open In Former Busy Bee Bakery Location

The dual-concept business at 5126 Main St. will offer baked goods in the mornings and a speakeasy-style bar and restaurant in the evenings.

Attainable Housing Study Discussion To Be Reviewed In Downers Grove

The study, led by the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus evaluates the village's housing needs.

Moose Cruise Nights Won't Return To Downers Grove In 2026

The popular event will not be held in 2026, according to Downers Grove Lodge 1535.

Downtown Downers Grove Market Returns For 2026 Season

The market will be open on Saturdays starting May 9.

Developer Requests Extension For Drive-Thru Request On Ogden

Downers Grove village council will review a request to extend the special use permit for a drive-through addition at 1250 Ogden Ave.

Herrick, O'Neill Middle Schools To Be Dedicated In Early May

The dedication and ribbon-cutting events will be held May 6 and May 7, marking the schools' transition to a sixth to eighth grade format.

'It Took A Second To Sink In:' Best Buds From Downers Grove Win FastPlay Jackpot

The best friends said they chose their games intentionally the night they won Illinois Lottery's FastPlay Twenty 20s jackpot.

These Roads Will Be Closed For The Lowell 5K Run & Walk

Lowell 5K Run & Walk will take place Sunday morning in Wheaton.

🏀 Don't Just Play This Summer—Train With The Pros (In The A/C!)⁣ ⁣

From First Dribbles to Elite Skills—Secure Your Child’s Spot in the Region's Premier Summer Hoops Program

Planning Ahead, Living Fully: How Robin and Craig Zeck Found Peace of Mind at Oak Trace

Planning Ahead, Living Fully: How Robin and Craig Zeck Found Peace of Mind at Oak Trace

Uptick In Catalytic Converter Thefts Reported In Downers Grove

The village has seen a surge in catalytic converter thefts in recent weeks.

Driver Charged After Car With 2 Kids Inside Crashes, Flips Multiple Times

Police say Jared Steverson, 37, had a warrant when he was charged with reckless driving and endangering the health or life of a child.

SVEDKA Releases $5 Flip Phone that Comes with Vodka

The SVEDPHONE leans into Y2K-era tech while tapping into growing conversations around digital burnout.

Lineup Unveiled For 2026 Summer Concert Series In Downers Grove

The Downers Grove Park District's 2026 Summer Concert Series will kick off June 9.

Shining A Light on Cortisol Care

National Stress Awareness Month

Al Spears & The Hurricane Project and Downtown Charlie Brown - Concert

Two great blues bands will be featured at the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Indoor Theater on Friday, April 17th at 7pm!