Carnival, Live Music, Fireworks Planned For Railroad Days In West Chicago

The four-day festival features live tribute bands, house music, carnival rides and family-friendly activities.

TJ Maxx Hit By Shoplifters, Credit Cards Swiped From Purse, Wallet: Wheaton Crime Blotter

See which crimes were reported on the most recent blotter from the Wheaton Police Department.

'Murals, Mocktails And Music' To Ring In Summer In Downtown Wheaton

The Murals, Mocktails and Music event will be held June 20 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

These Roads Will Be Closed For Cosley Zoo Run For The Animals

Several road closures will be in effect starting Saturday at 6:30 a.m.

Part Of Willow Avenue To Be Vacated Permanently In Wheaton

The right-of-way vacation will be preceded by a temporary closure for infrastructure maintenance.

1 Car Stolen, Another's Steering Column Tampered With In Wheaton: Cops

Police say the incidents took place less than a block from one another.

Cream Of Wheaton Returns This Weekend: What To Know

Cream of Wheaton will bring carnival rides, live music and fair-style fun to downtown Wheaton starting June 4.

Wheaton-Area Events To Show LGBTQ+ Support During Pride Month

See how you can celebrate queer love in and around Wheaton for Pride Month 2026.

Work Starts On Crescent Street Resurfacing Project

The road resurfacing is expected to impact parking near the College Avenue Metra Station.

DuPage Women's Club Awards Scholarships to Four Wheaton H.S. Seniors

Senior women from Wheaton North and Wheaton Warrenville South honored at May 19 Luncheon

Craigslist Scam, Car Burglary, Stolen Bike: Wheaton Crime Blotter

See which crimes were reported on the most recent blotter from the Wheaton Police Department.

Road Closures To Take Effect For Cream Of Wheaton

See where traffic will be impacted by this weekend's Cream of Wheaton Festival.

Over 60 Tickets Issued During Increased Traffic Patrols In DuPage County

The increased patrols were part of a statewide safety initiative that coincided with the Memorial Day holiday.

DuPage County's 1st Positive West Nile Virus Tests Of Year Detected In Traps

Mosquitos testing positive for West Nile Virus were detected in three municipalities in DuPage County as of May 12.

Man Held On Aggravated DUI Charges In Crash That Killed Driver, Injured Passenger In Lombard

Dwayne Rushing, 48, was denied pretrial release in connection with the crash that killed Laura O'Keefe, 35.

City Council To Review Proposal For Mister Car Wash On Roosevelt Road

The car wash's special use permit was initially denied by city council, but now meets the Roosevelt Road landscape requirements.

See How District 200's Test Scores Compare Amid National Reading Decline

The study assessed student performance in third-through eighth-grade districts throughout 38 states.

Summer Reading Begins May 28 at Wheaton Public Library

All ages are invited to participate in Wheaton Public Library's 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, Plant a Seed, Read!

DuPage County Deputies To Crack Down On Seatbelt Violations For Memorial Day Campaign

The DuPage County Sheriff's Office will increase patrols in the days leading up to Memorial Day as part of a traffic safety initiative.

Shoplifters Hit 2 Stores In Wheaton In 1 Week

Wheaton police responded to two retail theft reports within days of each other.

South Side Exiles live on the Outdoor Rooftop

The South Side Exiles play on the Joliet Museum's Outdoor Rooftop Music Series Friday, May 15th at 7pm!

Winners Announced For Sustainable Design Challenge

Local student teams were honored in the competition, which was organized by DuPage County Stormwater Management Committee and SCARCE.

Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antiques Show, Saturday, June 6, 2026, 9–3, DuPage Event Center & Fairgrounds

Dealers from seven states will gather, all indoors and under one roof, to present the best of Americana.

Public Hearing Set For Planned Renovation, Addition To Islamic Center Of Wheaton

Islamic Center of Wheaton is seeking approval for renovations and a 34,000 square foot addition to house a youth center and classrooms.

Inaugural NF Strong Spring Concert: A Night of Music, Community, and Purpose

Set under the stars, the concert will feature the high-energy Dueling Pianos by Music and Mayhem!

May is Neurofibromatosis Awareness Month: Join 2026 NF Strong 5K in North Kansas City!

Come lace up your shoes and rally together for the 2026 NF Strong 5K in North Kansas City, Missouri.

5 Restaurants In Wheaton Taking Mother’s Day Reservations

Here are a few Wheaton-area restaurants offering brunches, buffets, prix fixe dinners and more for Mother's Day 2026.

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital Earns An ‘A’ For Hospital Safety From Leapfrog

The hospital was among 31 in Illinois to earn an "A" grade in Leapfrog's Spring 2026 Hospital Safety Grades.

Wheaton Community Rallies for a Cause at Third Annual Ducky Dash 5K

WHEATON, IL — This May, as communities across the country observe Neurofibromatosis (NF) Awareness Month.

New Executive Director Named For CASA of DuPage County

Mattie Colan takes over the role from Suzanne Skala, who has retired.

2 Days Of Haggis, Bagpipes, Highland Dancing At This Scottish Festival In Wheaton

The two-day event features one of the biggest bagpipe competitions in North America.

Event Will Close Part Of Liberty Drive

The closure will be in effect starting Sunday to accommodate an event.

Teen Hurt In Shooting In Carol Stream: Police

Police say Tuesday's shooting in the 500 block of Alton Court was an isolated incident.

Warrenville Man Killed In Single-Vehicle Motorcycle Crash In Crystal Lake

The deadly crash took place Saturday around 8:45 p.m. on Route 14.

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DuPage Regional Office of Education Announces 2026 Educators of the Year

Science Educator from Downers Grove North Gets Top Recognition; Six Other Nominees Also are Awarded

Sheriff's Deputies Issue 42 Tickets During Distracted Driving Month In DuPage County

During the safety campaign, sheriff's deputies also made seven arrests.

Blooming Fest To Celebrate 25 Years In West Chicago

The event will feature a garden sale more than 5,000 plants available to purchase.

Northwestern Medicine Opens 'Global Destination' For Advanced Endoscopy In Winfield

The $15 million Center for Advanced Endoscopy uses flexible robotics, advanced imaging, AI-enabled diagnostics and other new technologies.

Applications Open For 2026 Citizen Police Academy In Wheaton

Residents have until June 12 to sign up to take part in a 10-week Citizens Police Academy in Wheaton.