Wheaton Cops Plan St. Patrick's Day 2020 Crackdown

The city will conduct special patrols March 12 through 17.

Maple Syrup Events Planned At DuPage Forest Preserves

Kids can learn how to tap trees for sap and how to heat sap to make maple syrup.

Send Valentine's Day Stories, Pics Of Illinois Pets You Love

Show some love for your four-legged friend by sending us stories about them.

Wheaton Police Give Out 45 Tickets During Holiday Crackdown

The crackdown was part of the statewide Click It or Ticket and Drive Sobert or Get Pulled Over campaigns.

Twins First Babies Born In 2020 At Central DuPage Hospital

The set of twins came into the world at 5:17 and 5:18 a.m.

Three Kings Day Celebration Planned In Wheaton

The festivities include music, dancing, and toys for children.

Wheaton Police Bring Christmas Early With 'Shop With A Cop'

Wheaton police escorted nearly a dozen kids in need on a pre-holiday shopping spree to make their Christmas a little brighter.

Danada East's 'Oh What Fun' Brings Santa, Holiday Crafts, More

The event will feature holiday arts an crafts, card-making for troop members, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Wheaton 2019 Holiday Parade, Tree Lighting Set For Nov. 29, 30

The Christmas parade will be held on Nov.29 and the tree lighting is slated for Nov. 30.

Town Square Wheaton 2019 Black Friday Hours

Town Square Wheaton will be closed Thanksgiving, but will reopen Black Friday.

Thousands Of Poinsettias For Sale At Cantigny Shades Of Crimson

The sale will feature over 3,000 poinsettias available for purchase.

Cosley Zoo Festival Of Lights, Tree Sale Start Nov. 29

The annual event features thousands of trees for sale through Dec. 30.

Snowy Halloween Photos From Patch Readers Across Illinois

It was a Halloween for the record books. Here are some of our favorite photos.

Send Patch Your Snowy Halloween Pics

Did you brave the cold to celebrate Halloween? Pictures or it didn't happen.

Wheaton Trick-Or-Treat Still On Halloween, Despite Weather

Are you planning to brave the cold for some candy?

Day Of The Dead Celebration Coming To Wheaton

The Nov. 2 event will feature an elaborate altar and a candlelit procession through downtown Wheaton.

Send IL Patch Your Most Horrifyingly Adorable Halloween Pet Pics

Whether it's a pug dressed as Ruth Bader Ginsburg or a shih tzu in a tutu, we want to see your pets in Halloween costumes.

Top 2019 Oktoberfest Parties, Celebrations In Illinois

The first day of fall is right around the corner and so are these awesome Oktoberfest events.

Wheaton Trash Pickup Delayed By Labor Day

Trash collection will resume Tuesday, city officials said.

Wheaton's 4th Of July Fireworks: 2019 Guide, Scheduled Time

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events in and around Wheaton.

Wheaton Memorial Day Parade 2019: Route, Ceremony Details

The parade and ceremony take place on May 27.

Send A Valentine's Balloon To Someone At DuPage Care Center

Last year, more than 800 balloons were sent to the center's residents.

Free Christmas Tree Recycling Starts In Wheaton

Starting Dec. 31, residents can leave their Christmas trees out for curbside collection.

Share Your Favorite Holiday Traditions, Memories With Patch

Everyone has a holiday tradition, whether it tugs at the heart strings or makes you laugh until you cry.

Christmas Sharing Week Kicks Off In Wheaton, Warrenville

Resident can volunteer at eight local churches to help spread joy to local families this holiday season.

Holiday Lego Train Show Rolls Into Cantigny Park

Lego trains will chug through festively decorated towns built from colorful Legos.

Live Reindeer, Santa Claus Visit For Frosty Fest In Wheaton

The fest is one of a few family activities planned at Town Square this holiday season.

After Blizzard, Warming Centers Open In DuPage County

Call ahead to verify shelter hours and availability.

Carriage Rides Ring In Holidays In Downtown Wheaton

Horse-drawn carriages will ferry riders past the decorated holiday windows and lights in downtown Wheaton.

Wheaton's 2018 Christmas Parade Steps Off On Nov. 23

Head downtown at 6 p.m. on Nov. 23 to see the tree lighting and get a special visit from Santa.

How To Celebrate Halloween In Wheaton

These activities will help kids get into the spirit of the Halloween season.

Finding the One

Happiness is attainable

Wheaton Fourth Of July Fireworks: 2018 Guide

Here's your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events in Wheaton.

Father, Daughter Share Love Of Sports

Lisa Kimball pays tribute to her dad, Curt Kimball of Wheaton.

Memorial Day Ceremony Set For May 27 In Wheaton

The ceremony will include a laying of the wreath by Gold Star families.

A Mother-Daughter Relationship That Goes The Distance In Wheaton

They might live more than 1,000 miles apart, but this sweet Mother's Day dedication proves their love is limitless.

DuPage County Holds 28th Annual MLK Day Celebration

DuPage County's 28th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration will take place Jan. 15 at 6:30 p.m. in Wheaton.

Wheaton Year-In-Review: Top Stories Of 2017

A round-up of the news stories that shaped Wheaton in 2017.

Warming Centers Available In Wheaton During Bitter Cold

As temperatures continue to drop, a warming facility can mean the difference between life and death for some residents.

Christmas Tree Recycling Scheduled For Wheaton Residents

Wheaton is offering complimentary pickup of live holiday trees during the weeks of Jan. 1 and 8.