Back to School: Smart Lunch Ideas

As Naperville students gear up to go back to class, here are some new twists for your kids to take to school this year.

Drivers: Speed Trap Set for Ogden Avenue on Tuesday

Naperville Police Department will join 11 other agencies along Ogden Avenue for a traffic safety enforcement campaign Aug. 14.

Born at Edward Hospital Weighing Just One Pound, Preemie is Now Thriving

Baby Emily Kaczanko is home after 142 days in the Edward Hospital NICU. On Thursday, she reunited with some of her lifesavers.

Naperville Patch Looking for Fashion Bloggers

Are you a self-proclaimed fashion guru and ready to tell the world about it? Why not consider becoming a Naperville Patch blogger?

'American Pickers' Want to Pick Through Illinois

The "modern archeologists" who star in the History Channel show plan to be in Illinois in September, according to a show producer.

Fitness Friday: How to Do Seated Medicine Ball Crunches

Naperville personal trainer Mike Dant of Anytime Fitness shows you how to properly perform this effective ab exercise.

Metra Rehabs Train Cars, Adds Outlets

New cars will be fitted with electrical outlets, upgraded seats and working doors and toilets, according to a Tribune report.

Give Metra a Piece of Your Mind

Metra wants to know how it can better serve you. Here is your chance. Attend one of the upcoming public sessions or comment online.

Naperville Patch Looking for Cooking Bloggers

If you love food and have some delicious recipes, why not share your cooking tips by becoming a Patch blogger?

Week in Review: Stand Off Ends Peacefully, Officials Comment on SCOTUS Ruling, 4 Nabbed in Prostitution Sting

Taking a glance at this week's local headlines.

Naperville Patch Looking for Teen Bloggers

Want to share what it's really like to be a teenager today? Why not consider becoming a Naperville Patch blogger?

Drought Conditions Increase Dangers for 4th of July Celebrations

Naperville Fire Department and safety officials warn residents to take extra precautions when grilling and celebrating during next week's holiday.

Week in Review: Website Names Naperville as Hotbed for Cheating, City Nixes New McDonald's and More

Taking a glance at this week's headlines.

Veterans Warned of E-mail Scam

An e-mail scam is targeting recipients of VA disability compensation.

Naperville Patch Looking for Green Thumb Bloggers

If you're an avid gardener or just starting out, why not share your gardening tips by becoming a Patch blogger?

Naperville Patch Looking for Dad Bloggers

Have some great parenting advice to offer? Why not consider becoming a Naperville Patch blogger?

Names in the News: Angie Wood, Naperville Area Humane Society

Get to know the executive director of the Naperville Area Humane Society, a not-for-profit that has been providing shelter and finding new homes for animals since 1979.

Naperville Patch Looking for Eco-Friendly Bloggers

Do you like motivating people toward a greener lifestyle? Why not consider becoming a Naperville Patch blogger?

Names in the News: Kathy Blair, Giving DuPage

Get to know executive director of Giving DuPage, a non-profit which promotes giving and volunteerism throughout DuPage County.

Local Voices Close-up: Sarah de Guia

Get to know your local Patch bloggers in our spotlight feature.

What Does Memorial Day Mean to You?

Share your traditions and photos with us on Patch.

Naperville Patch Looking for Photo Bloggers

Summer is arriving and with it comes plenty of opportunities to capture great outdoor snapshots. Why not share them on Patch in a photo blog?

Local Voices Close-up: Linda Kemp

Get to know your local Patch bloggers in our spotlight feature.

Naperville Teen Competing for Distinguished Young Women Scholarship

The Distinguished Young Women of Illinois winner will go on to compete in the Distinguished Young Women of America competition in June in Mobile, Ala.

Will County Forum to Tackle Heroin Epidemic

'HERO HELPS' unites a grassroots organization with Will County in the face of increasing use of the drug and alarming overdose statistics.

Naperville Marine Awarded Bronze Star Medal

Maj. Michael M. Hoffman was presented with the Bronze Star Medal during a ceremony on March 2.