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Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Hinsdale DUI Suspect Asleep Behind Wheel: Cops (patch.com) — Hinsdale residents can see a detailed rundown of recent police activity, including multiple DUI arrests at local intersections, a warrant arrest, and an identity theft case affecting a Justina Street resident. The blotter also notes a theft of garbage cans on South Thurlow Street, highlighting the range of incidents officers have handled around town in recent weeks.
2. Hinsdale Conservative Claims Role In Bailey Campaign; Campaign Won't Say (patch.com) — Hinsdale readers learn how local conservative activist Kristina McCloy is tying herself to Darren Bailey's gubernatorial campaign while sharply criticizing village president Greg Hart and DuPage County Board member Kari Galassi over diversity outreach and housing policy. The story details her controversial social media comments about race, religion, immigration, and a Hinsdale robbery suspect, along with her recent campaign donations.
3. Hinsdale Woman Drowns In Lake County Forest Preserve: Reports (patch.com) — Hinsdale residents are mourning a 31-year-old local woman who drowned at Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Lake County after helping get her 7-year-old son to safety in the Des Plaines River. Authorities say recent torrential rains left the river swollen and filled with hidden debris, underscoring the dangers of area waterways even for families simply trying to enjoy the outdoors.
4. Superintendent Jim Wipke welcomes District 181 community to new school year (dupagepolicyjournal.com) — Hinsdale families in District 181 are being welcomed into the 2026–27 school year by new superintendent Dr. Jim Wipke, who's stressing strong home–school communication and student well-being. His back-to-school message highlights recent staff preparations, outlines key district statistics for Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181, and reassures parents he's committed to listening as classes begin this week.
5. Fuel ink trio of players (prohockeynews.com) — A professional hockey defenseman originally from Hinsdale has re-signed with the Indy Fuel for the 2026–27 season, continuing his climb through the pro ranks. The Harvard-educated blueliner, drafted by the Detroit Red Wings, is joined by two veteran forwards as the ECHL club finalizes its roster, giving local fans another hometown player to follow.
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