We go behind the scenes to see how Morton Arboretum’s “Illumination” and the City of Naperville’s downtown lights, all come together to make the season bright.

Christkindlmarket returns to Naper Settlement, with tens of thousands expected to visit throughout December.

630’s Christine Lena takes us to the skies for a closer look at the Lima Lima airplanes that have been flying high for 30 years.

NCTV17 just wrapped up its seventh episode but is busy planning a new spin on the show, with another edition coming up in December.  Here’s a behind-the-scenes look.

This time of year brings lots of excitement on the silver screen.  We “get reel” with Mike Schindler at the Ogden 6 Theatre to get a glimpse of the top movies of the season.

Cleaning for a Reason partners with home cleaning services around the country, including Naperville’s Two Maids and a Mop to help people battling cancer.

A team of local dancers who were bullied took what was an otherwise-upsetting experience and turned it into something positive.

The next big idea often comes from an entrepreneur looking to change the world and two locals pitched their big ideas to angel investors.

We take a brief glance at some fun holiday-related events happening throughout the month of December.

Here’s a look at fun events throughout the month of November.

Here’s a brief look at 10 events happening this month.

In need of something fun and interesting to do? We’ve got the perfect idea for October – Naperville Ghost Tour!

Check out our great “A to Z” guide of the best places to go and things to do this summer for people of all ages!

The Naperville Park District recapped their achievements over the past year, as well as things to come during the annual “State of the Park District.”

Pull up a stool and take a sip out of The Lantern’s history. The downtown Naperville staple has been owned and operated by the Feldott family for 50 years, something they celebrated with a block party to remember. With a passion for what they do and a love for their customers, those behind The Lantern show no signs of stopping.

In honor of the opening of their new Fort Hill Activity Center, we take a look at the Park District’s rich 50 year history in Naperville.

Ray Kinney is back with another Dine Around Naperville, this time taking us to black Rock Bar and Grill for a savory – and sizzlin’ – meal.

If you need more inspiration for your holiday shopping, consider the gift of a good read.  Becky Anderson has the top five books for a kid’s gift this year.

Becky Anderson is back with the top five books for adults, perhaps giving you some “novel” ideas for loved ones on your list.

Gwen Lloyd of the Naperville Garden Club takes us inside one of the Cup of Cheer homes and gives us some ideas for use in our own homes.

Ray Kinney takes us to a brand new Italian restaurant sure to please your palate.

We’ve asked your local expert, Mike Bakker of Dutchman Heating and Cooling, for three tips to keep your home comfortable this fall and winter.

Ray Kinney of the Naperville Development Partnership gives us a taste of a second location of Shinto Sushi, now at Freedom Commons.

Several new restaurants have come to Water Street, including one that’s serving up Neapolitan pizza. Let’s “Dine Around Naperville” with Ray Kinney.

Since its Ramadan from mid-May to mid-June, the group is standing by their Muslim neighbors with love and support.

A new exhibit inside Wentz Concert Hall and Fine Arts Center showcases how fashion and music go hand-in-hand.

It’s a celebration of Chinese culture:  Lantern festival.  Crowds of all nationalities come to witness beautifully-costumed performers, but what exactly is the significance behind the event?

Started in Naperville in 1971, McNulty Irish Dance has grown to more than 350 students throughout the Midwest, including Iowa and Wisconsin.

For the tenth anniversary year of Wentz Concert Hall and Fine Arts Center, we decided to “explore the sound” inside.

Weber Irish Dance, which offers classes through the Naperville Park District for children of all ages, is busy with rehearsals leading up to Saint Patrick’s Day.

Matt Doyle & Taylor Lovstad certainly have the eye of the tiger with this west coast swing-inspired cha cha!

Brett Hintz & Brianna Miller’s fun salsa careens all over the dance floor AND genre as they soldier through song change after song change

14 year old Sid Naresh and 11 year old Nandan Naresh have worked for years to become two of the top table tennis players in the world.

Sienna McEneaney has been training at Ultimate Ninjas gym in Naperville since it opened in 2017. The hard work for the Scullen Middle School student paid off when Sienna was selected to compete on the first season of American Ninja Warrior Junior in Los Angeles.

After falling one point shy a year ago, the Naperville Chargers Junior High Unlimited team won the Mid American Regional Championship to qualify for Nationals in Orlando, Florida. An 11 game winning streak and the heartbreak of last season helped turned the team into a family.

Fort Hill Activity Center recently held a dance party for all levels of their Zumba classes.

A newly opened UFC gym in Naperville offers the opportunity to train in a wide variety of MMA styles or a more traditional workout. People of all ages and skill levels can train like their favorite UFC fighters!

At Players Indoor Sports Center in Naperville, area residents are able to avoid the cold with the fun and fast paced sport of Futsal. With leagues the run from youth to adult, this soccer hybrid keeps the competitive spirit high when the temperatures are low!

After years of training at World Champion Tae Kwon Do in Plainfield, Naperville resident Anne Pendle is showing everyone that she is one of the top Tae Kwon Do competitors in the country.

The Kids Combine recently visited the Naperville area at the ARC in Woodridge. Kids from ages 6-13 were able to test their skills, measurements, and even media training in a fun filled environment just like the pros!

You may have seen electrical outlets in your home that have a “test” and “reset” button on them but do you know what they’re for? A local expert explains.

(630)’s Beth Bria’s got some tips from local athletes to get you from walking to running.

Parents, we’ve got some tips that will certainly make you “smile.” For “children’s dental health awareness month,” we talked to Dr. Anthony LaVacca for some advice on how to take care of your child’s oral hygiene.

The director of a Naperville children’s theatre is on a mission to encourage other businesses and organizations to invest in an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) after it saved someone’s life.

Dr. Douglas Tran with Edward Medical Group discusses ways to prevent skin cancer related deaths.

In April of 2015, a crowd gathered for the Water Street District’s official groundbreaking.

Thousands of running enthusiasts went the distance in 2013 for Naperville’s inaugural “Edward Hospital Marathon and Half Marathon.” General registration

2015 was a unique year for the already-special Healing Field of Honor. In less than an hour, volunteers placed 2,015 American flags on Rotary Hill as part of the annual event.  That year, however, also marked the 50th anniversary of the beginning of the Vietnam War.

On Veterans Day 2007, Naperville residents of all generations gathered for the dedication of “Veterans Valor.” The statue immortalizes five local veterans, four who received the silver star and one the distinguished flying cross. 

Naperville, Illinois and Nitra, Slovakia may have more in common than one might think, which is why it’s only fitting the two would become sister sisters. The partnership was officially formalized in November of 1993, though Naperville citizens had been exploring the possibility for four years prior.

Throughout 2011, North Central College staff, students, alumni, and the greater community enjoyed festivities commemorating the college’s 150-year history.

In the fall of 1997, teenagers in south Naperville stepped foot inside the city’s newest school for the first time.  Neuqua Valley High School opened its doors to 950 freshman and sophomores after three years of construction.  

The opening of the Wentz Concert Hall and Fine Arts Center was music to the community’s ears. The state-of-the-art building has hosted many professional concerts since its grand opening in 2009.