2 Homes Burglarized, Phone Stolen At Mariano's More: Wheaton Blotter

See which crimes were reported on the Wheaton Police Department's crime blotter for Nov. 14 through Nov. 20.

Items Stolen From Walgreens, Phone Swiped, More: Wheaton Blotter

See which crimes were reported on the Wheaton police blotter for mid-November 2022.

Man Sentenced To 50 Years In Connection With West Chicago Murder

Emilio Guillen, 31, of Rockford, was sentenced to 50 years in prison in connection with the 2018 murder of Alexander Nicolas.

Cop Impersonator Targeting Residents, Businesses In Wheaton

Police say a man has been calling residents and businesses posing as a retired police officer and saying he has warrants for their arrest.

Fire Displaces Families From Townhome In Wheaton

Fire officials are investigating the cause of a blaze that damaged a townhome in Wheaton Tuesday, but say it does not appear suspicious.

3 Cars Burglarized, Wallet Stolen In Wheaton: Cops

See which crimes were reported on the Wheaton Police Department's blotter for late October and early November.

12 Speeding Tickets Issued During Halloween Patrols In DuPage County

The DuPage County Sheriff's Office increased patrols between Oct. 16 and Oct. 31 in an effort to make the roads safer for Halloween.

Apple Watches Stolen From Store, Car Burglarized: Wheaton Police

See which crimes were reported on the Wheaton police blotter for Oct. 17 through Oct. 23.

No Bond For Men Accused Of 2020 T-Mobile Armed Robbery

Imari Paxton, 24, and Marcus Melton, 28, are accused of robbing the Wheaton store at gunpoint and stealing 20 phones and 15 Apple watches.

Woman Accused Of Stabbing Man In Winfield: Report

Police say Ziia Rizzo, 41, used an eight-inch knife to stab a man, whom she had been convicted of battering in 2016, Daily Herald reports.

Water Utility Warns Against Imposters and Scams

Illinois American Water Urges Customers to Guard Themselves Against Utility Worker Imposters and Scams

Body Found In Water At Lincoln Marsh: DuPage Forest Preserve

A visitor spotted a body in the water just off the pier at Lincoln Marsh early Wednesday, police say.

DuPage County Cops Caution Parents Of Local Sex Offenders On Halloween

As Halloween approaches, the DuPage County Sheriff's Office is encouraging parents to download the OffenderWatch Family Safety App.

DuPage County To Crack Down On Drunk Drivers For Halloween 2022

As Halloween approaches, the DuPage County Sheriff's Office is offering tips on how to stay safe on the road.

2 Cars Burglarized, Halloween Items Swiped From Store: Wheaton Blotter

See which crimes were reported on the Wheaton police blotter for late September and early October.

38 Drivers Ticketed During Child Safety Week In DuPage County

Four of the drivers were ticketed for child safety seat and seatbelt violations and the others for separate violations.

Catalytic Converters Stolen, Car Burlgarized: Wheaton Crime Blotter

See which crimes took place in Wheaton during the second week of September.

Liquor Stolen From Jewel, Store Burglarized: Wheaton Crime Blotter

See a roundup of crimes that took place in Wheaton in late August and early September.

West Chicago High School Student Brought Handgun To School: Police

The 14-year-old juvenile faces multiple weapons charges after police said he displayed a Glock handgun in his waistband while at school.

Home Struck By Lightning Catches Fire In Wheaton

A home on Tartan Court caught fire Tuesday after it was struck by lightning, Wheaton fire officials say.

DuPage Co. To Ramp Up Enforcement During Child Passenger Safety Week

The DuPage County Sheriff's Office will be increasing patrols to ensure proper car seat usage during Child Passenger Safety Week.

Man Accused Of Possessing Gun Illegally In Carol Stream

Police say the man, a convicted felon, had a loaded gun in a car when he threatened someone in the police station parking lot.

Thousands Stolen During Ruse Burglary In Wheaton

Police say two men came to a home in the 100 block of Park Circle under the guise of spraying for insects and then stole $5,000 in cash.

Multiple Thefts Reported In Wheaton In Late August: Police Blotter

Wheaton police responded to reports of stolen wallets, bikes and other items, according to the city's most recent crime blotter.

Woman Accused Of Battery Of Children At Day Care In Naperville: Report

Rabia Shaukat, 28, is accused of committing battery on 2- and 3-year-olds when she worked at KinderCare, Daily Herald reports.

Barricade Situation Ends With Man Detained In Wheaton

Deputy Chief PJ Youker told Patch the subject was armed with a knife prior to exiting the home. He has since exited and been detained.

Liquor Stolen From Jewel, 2 Cars Burglarized: Wheaton Crime Blotter

See which crimes were reported on the Wheaton police blotter for mid-August.

Motorcycle, Catalytic Converters, Saws Stolen In Wheaton: Blotter

See which crimes were reported on the Wheaton police blotter during the first two weeks of August.

Oak Park Man Charged In Fatal Overdose Death Of Woman: Prosecutors

Bishop Moore, 62, faces a homicide charge after prosecutors said he sold drugs, including fentanyl, to a Glen Ellyn man and his girlfriend.

Bartlett Convicted Murderer Pelka Sentenced To 50 Years In Prison

Donald Pelka, 63, was convicted of first-degree murder in June after police said he shot and killed a 29-year-old spa employee in 2018.

Dolton Felon Ordered Held Without Bail On Weapons, Drug Charge: Judge

Eugene Williams was stopped by Naperville Police and was found to have a ghost gun, heroin, ecstasy,and marijuana, according to prosecutors.

Warrenville City Administrator Charged With Lewd Exposure At Gym: Cops

Authorities say John Coakley, 59, "knowingly performed an act of lewd exposure" in the locker room at Lifetime Fitness in Warrenville.

Firefighters Extinguish Apartment Blaze In Wheaton

Officials say a fire broke out in an apartment building in the 400 block of North President Street Wednesday morning.

5 Cars Burglarized In Wheaton: Crime Blotter

Police say burglars stole items from five cars, all of which had been left unlocked.

Child Pornography Charges Filed Against Warrenville Man

Jordan Erdakos, 25, was charged with eight counts of child pornography after police executed a search warrant on his Warrenville home.

2 Cars Burglaries, 2 Retail Thefts Reported In Wheaton

Police say people burglarized two cars and stole items from Ulta and Walgreens in Wheaton in separate incidents.

Wheaton Residents May Hear 'Simulated Gunfire' As Show Films Friday

Residents who live near Northside Park may hear simulated gunfire Friday as "Chicago Fire" films nearby, using "blanks."

Vandals Deface Park District Property Throughout Wheaton

Wheaton police say the vandals caused over $5,000 in damage by spray painting inappropriate words and images on park district property.

New DuPage Sheriff's K-9 Puppy Has Name With Special Meaning

At just 9 weeks old, bloodhound Jake will help track down people with his strong nose, but it's his name that has even more power.

Wheaton Man Gets 16 Years For Sexually Assaulting 2 Women

Matthew Tumbarello, 21, pleaded guilty in March to sexually assaulting two women who were unable to give knowing consent, authorities say.