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New Challenge Grant Program Dedicates $2M To Combat Food Insecurity In DuPage County
The DuPage County Board has opened applications for a new Challenge Grant program offering $2 million to organizations working to address food insecurity. Eligible projects must improve the county’s food distribution…
Sophomore QB Grant Neibch, after midseason call-up, has Wheaton North in quarterfinals: Suburban Life notebook
Sophomore quarterback Grant Neibch led Wheaton North to a dramatic 36-35 upset victory over top-ranked Geneva in the Class 6A football playoffs. After being called up to the varsity squad midseason due to his brother's…
Poinsettia Sale Returns To Cantigny Park: What To Know
Cantigny Park will host its annual Poinsettia Sale on November 21, displaying thousands of plants for visitors to admire and purchase. Horticulture staff will answer questions, and guided greenhouse tours will be…
ComEd Impostor, Car Burglary, More: Wheaton Crime Blotter
Wheaton police reported a car burglary, a utility impersonation scam and package thefts in their latest crime blotter. An unlocked car was entered in the 300 block of Prairie Avenue between Oct. 6 and 7, and items were…
Tivias Caldwell Jr. rushes for 3 touchdowns, St. Francis rides 28-point halftime lead to win over Woodstock
St. Francis defeated Woodstock 42-14 in the second round of the Class 5A football playoffs on Saturday. Running back Tivias Caldwell Jr. rushed for three touchdowns, helping the Spartans build a 28-point halftime lead…
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How Illinois’ 14th Congressional District voted
Democratic Congresswoman Lauren Underwood has secured reelection in Illinois’ 14th Congressional District. With 97% of the votes counted, Underwood received 62.6% of the vote, defeating Republican challenger Jim Marter…
How Illinois’ 6th Congressional District voted
Democratic Congressman Sean Casten has won reelection in Illinois’ 6th Congressional District, defeating Republican challenger Niki Conforti. With 95% of the estimated votes counted, Casten secured 62.6% of the vote…
Wheaton Police Participating in Multi-Agency Initiative to Reduce Domestic Violence
The Wheaton Police Department has joined the newly formed DuPage County Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team. This multi-agency initiative aims to analyze domestic violence-related deaths and near-fatalities within…
Holiday Lights Lost Their Spark? Recycle Them In Wheaton
The city of Wheaton has launched its 2026 Holiday Lights Recycling initiative, allowing residents to dispose of broken or unwanted incandescent and LED light strands. The program runs through January 30 at the Public…
Detours To Take Effect On Manchester Road, Bridge Street In Wheaton
City officials in Wheaton have announced upcoming traffic detours on Bridge Street and Manchester Road to accommodate essential resurfacing work. The detours are scheduled to begin Friday at 9 a.m. and continue through…
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Emma Peterson powers Geneva past Montini to first sectional championship since 2016
Geneva High School's volleyball team claimed its first sectional championship since 2016 by sweeping Montini in the Class 3A St. Francis Sectional final. Star hitter Emma Peterson led the Vikings with 16 kills…
Longtime treasurer out as Dems sweep DuPage countywide races
DuPage County Democrats secured a clean sweep in all countywide races during Tuesday's election. Notable results include the defeat of longtime Treasurer Gwen Henry by board member Yeena Yoo, and the election of a new…
Democrats dominate DuPage winning Tuesday’s elections throughout the county
Democrats have secured a dominant 17-1 majority on the DuPage County Board following the November 3 election. The results mark a significant shift in the traditionally Republican stronghold, with several veteran GOP…
More Than Half Of DuPage County Voters Cast Ballots In General Election
More than 52 percent of registered voters in DuPage County participated in Tuesday's general election, with over 334,000 ballots cast. The election resulted in the election of Peter Coolidge as the first Democratic…
Wheaton, IL Recycling Program Now Open Through February 2027
The City of Wheaton has launched its annual Holiday Light Recycling Program, allowing residents to dispose of old or broken holiday lights and extension cords. The initiative aims to reduce landfill waste by recovering…
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Wheaton, IL Beer Festival This Saturday Nov 7 Supports Homeless Veterans
The 'Brew it Forward' beer festival returns to Wheaton this Saturday, November 7, at the First Division Museum's Tank Park. The event, running from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., features tastings from 10 local breweries and aims…
Holiday Light Recycling Now Available in Wheaton
The City of Wheaton has launched its annual Holiday Light Recycling Program, allowing residents to dispose of old or unwanted holiday lights in an environmentally friendly manner. The program is available from now until…
5 Things to Do: Brew It Forward, Veterans Panel, ‘Annie’ at Drury Lane Theatre
Residents in the Chicago suburbs have several events to choose from this week, including the 'Brew It Forward' beer tasting at Cantigny Park on November 7 to benefit homeless veterans. Other highlights include a women…
DuPage County Chair Election Results 2026: Conroy Vs. Grasso [Live Updates]
Democratic incumbent Deb Conroy is facing Republican challenger Gary Grasso in the general election for DuPage County Board Chair. Polls have closed across Illinois, and officials are currently tallying votes. Conroy…
75 immigrants in Chicago area become new U.S. Citizens one day before Election Day
Seventy-five immigrants from 34 countries became U.S. citizens during a naturalization ceremony held at Cantigny Park in Wheaton on Monday. Administered by U.S. District Judge John Kness, the event allowed the new…
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DuPage County Chair Faces Burr Ridge Mayor In Bid For 2nd Term
DuPage County Board Chair Deb Conroy is seeking a second term in the upcoming November 3 election. She faces a challenge from Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso, a Republican. Conroy, who made history as the first Democrat…
Wheaton 2026 General Election Info: Candidates, Polling Places, More
Wheaton residents are preparing for the 2026 General Election on November 3, which features key races for Illinois governor, DuPage County Sheriff, and various County Board positions. Voters will choose a new sheriff…
Wheaton property transfers: Oct. 19 to 25
Residential property transfers in Wheaton for the week of October 19 to 25 included 14 recorded transactions. The median sale for the period was a 3,921-square-foot property on Farnham Lane, which sold for $1.25…
Photos of the Augustana vs. Wheaton football game on Oct. 31
The Augustana College Vikings suffered a 13-26 defeat against the Wheaton College Thunder in a college football matchup held on October 31. Despite a competitive performance that saw the teams tied through the first…
High school football: Results; recaps for every first-round playoff game in the Suburban Life area
The Suburban Life area saw intense action in the first round of the 2026 IHSA football playoffs on Friday. Wheaton Warrenville South defeated Joliet Catholic 38-7, while Downers Grove North, York, St. Francis…
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Wheaton Warrenville South, with AJ Rogers tossing 4 TDs, routs Joliet Catholic: ‘We’re a team to be scared of’
Wheaton Warrenville South routed Joliet Catholic 38-7 in a Class 6A first-round playoff game on Friday. Quarterback AJ Rogers threw for 278 yards and four touchdowns, while the Tigers' defense stifled the opposition's…
Crash Closes Part Of Butterfield Road In Wheaton
A vehicle crash occurred Friday morning in Wheaton, Illinois, resulting in the closure of Butterfield Road in both directions near the intersection of Lambert Road. City officials issued an alert around 10:40 a.m…
When Is Trick-Or-Treating In Wheaton In 2026?
Wheaton officials have announced that trick-or-treating for 2026 will take place on October 31 from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Wheaton Police Department encourages residents to prioritize safety by trick-or-treating in…
Celebrate Halloween Safely: Tips for Families and Drivers
The City of Wheaton has announced official trick-or-treating hours for this year's Halloween celebration. Families are encouraged to participate between 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 31. Local officials…