ICE Jail Unlikely In Elmhurst, Given State Law: Official

Residents speculated earlier this year that such a lockup may come to town.

Elmhurst Continues Building Sidewalks Where Few Exist

The city has kick-started sidewalk construction after years of little action.

Candidates To Take Questions At Elmhurst Forum

The event includes hopefuls for county and state offices. Among them are Elmhurst park board members seeking a forest preserve seat.

Developer Struggled To Make Elmhurst Theater Project Happen: Emails

The company pulled out earlier this year. It was concerned about rising costs and the design.

Elmhurst Park Board Warned Of 'Repercussions' With Bandshell Referendum

Members stick with their lawyer's advice and reject a citizen petition. Two dissent.

Longtime Elmhurst Alderman Running For Another Term

His ward has shown loyalty to him for years. He hasn't shied from being the lone dissenter.

Elmhurst Park District May Be Taken To Court For Blocking Bandshell Petition

The board plans to take up the issue again at its meeting next week. The district previously blocked the petition.

Elmhurst Park Leader Fails To Quickly Fix 'Misconceptions' In Controversy, Records Indicate

A colleague said a memo's wording was a "shame." At first, he praised the park board's president.

Elmhurst Officials Face Reelection Threats Over Flock Cameras

Man tells the council that his goal is to be "the blister on your ass."

Elmhurst Lawmaker Mum On Speaker's Handling Of Sexual Harassment Allegations

The speaker-led committee gave $1.4 million to Marti Deuter's campaign in 2024.

These Elmhurst Streets To Be Repaved Next Year

The city is on a 20-year replacement cycle for its street network, an official said.

Elmhurst Aldermen Get No Raise In 25 Years

Their salaries have lost much value. In 2024, a couple of outgoing aldermen proposed looking at the issue.

Elmhurst Metra Station Project Delayed Again

Its cost has nearly doubled over the last six years. Outside grants are expected to pay for most of the work.

DuPage Official Wears Official Pin Repeatedly To Campaign Events: Complaint

She represents parts of Elmhurst, Hinsdale and Clarendon Hills, among other towns.

Exceptions To Elmhurst Overnight Parking Ban Suggested

Such prohibitions are unheard of in much of the country, but they are common in suburbs.

An Epic Political Flip-Flop? Elmhurst Park Official Says No

An official took a seeming stand on a controversial issue, but later said his recommendation was procedural.

'Shame On You,' Elmhurst Park Official Tells Residents

The park district won't let voters weigh in on bandshell site. Residents should have known the site, the board president said.

Bright Spot For Elmhurst: Fully Funded Pensions In Decade

The city is doing much better than a lot of towns, including Hinsdale and La Grange.

North Elmhurst Path Would Cost $1.3M, Go Through Industrial Area: City

The city plans to seek state money to pay for most of the project. Engineering is expected to take place in 2027 and 2028.

Elmhurst Voters Likely To Weigh In On Bandshell Dispute

Two park officials recommended putting the issue on the ballot. This followed the denial of a voters' petition.

Official Blocks Vote In Wilder Bandshell Controversy, Citing State Law

An election lawyer disagreed with the Elmhurst Park District's legal basis for denying voters.

Ethics Panel Clears DuPage Official For Name Pin Issue

She wore an official pin to a Democratic fundraiser. An ethics panel found a complaint against her "insufficient."

Elmhurst Bandshell Battle May Go To Voters

Residents have submitted a petition to put the controversial topic on the November ballot. The outcome would not bind the park board.

'Kept Your Cool': Elmhurst Official Praised For 15 Years At Helm

"You are very faithful to your job to run the city," an official said. "You're not political."

Elmhurst Lays Out How It'll Hire New Manager

Two aldermen disagreed with the process. Last time, one of them said, the council had more influence early on.

Elmhurst OKs Controversial Warehouse; Some Officials Express Reservations

An alderman argued that the council should approve the project, which would be near a school.

Elmhurst May Pick Acting City Manager To Start In Early August

The longtime manager is set to retire. He has been at the helm for 15 years.

'Massive' Or 'Modest'? Controversial Elmhurst Warehouse Clears Hurdle

A developer and residents painted different pictures of a proposed warehouse near an elementary school.

Elmhurst Event May Expand To City Parking Lot

The goal is to create a "welcoming community gathering space," an organizer said.

No Changes On Elmhurst Site That Spurred Preservation Movement

Signs recently appeared advertising a contractor. The historic home on the property was demolished two years ago.

Elmhurst Theater, Apartment Concept Expected This Summer

The nonprofit has a new developer lined up, its leader said. The building could be up to six stories.

Elmhurst Battle Not Over: Park Officials Must Face City On Bandshell Plan

A split park board wants the bandshell near Wilder Mansion. Its own survey showed most reject the site.

Parking Hurdle For Elmhurst Residents In Apartment Buildings

"I know I'm not the only resident dealing with it," a resident told aldermen.

Elmhurst Home Of Salespeople Disturbs Neighbors: Resident

The teens are reported to have loud parties. Cars with out-of-state license plates are at the house.

Tattoo Shop Rules Divide Elmhurst Officials

An alderman suggested the city is behind the times. Another said she was "slightly offended" by that argument.

Elmhurst Officials Differ On Tattoo Shop Ban

An official suggested a "vague prejudice" exists. The local code prohibits standalone shops.

Elmhurst Aldermen's Idea Ignored For 3 Years

A minority of aldermen propose more openness by recording committee meetings.

Elmhurst Officials Talk With Emerging Leaders From Another Country

The local officials explained the role that municipal governments play in delivering services.

A Bright Spot In Elmhurst's Tough Budget Times

The city is doing better than similarly wealthy towns in this category.

Nonprofit Head Who Bashed DuPage Sheriff's Office Leaving

An investigation found that he undermined jail officials. His group works to help inmates.

Illinois's 6th Congressional District Race: Primary Election 2026

Two Democratic candidates face off, including incumbent Sean Casten, and two Republicans in the Illinois Primary, Tuesday, March 17.

Meet Sean Casten: Illinois Sixth Congressional District Candidate 2026 IL Democratic Primary

Incumbent U.S. Rep. Sean Casten is seeking the Democratic nomination for IL-06 congressional district in the upcoming March 17 IL primary.

An Attorney Advocate Wants To Move Ward 6 Forward

Elect Yeena Yoo for 6th Ward Alderman. Accessibility. Advocacy. Progress. Vote now through April 6.