“Ding! Ding!” Take a stroll through downtown during the summer and you’ll probably see the Naperville Trolley passing by. Our crew hopped aboard for a ride during one of its tours and got to know the “trolley chick” behind the wheel.

A group in DuPage County is releasing roughly 200 endangered turtles into the wild throughout the summer and early fall as part of a 22-year long project.

Every month, NCTV17 is sharing the stories of every-day Napervillians doing their part to make the world a better place.

Historians were truly digging 2006 and 2007 when they uncovered artifacts from Joe Naper’s homestead.

For the debut edition of “Nominate Your Neighbor”, meet a neighborhood “grandma” who’s always looking out for others.

After nearly 30 years at the helm of Edward Hospital, CEO Pam Davis is preparing to retire. We take a look back at her tenure and how Davis helped Edward grow from the small hospital it was 1988 to a major healthcare institution that now serves as a model for others around the country.

With over 200 members and counting, Naperville is home to a local men's group who origins date back 300 years. You may recognize the symbolism but not know what goes on inside the Naperville Masonic Temple.

For Autism Awareness Month, some local groups are crafting for the cause, helping those with autism cope while raising money.

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.

Last month Illinois passed a stop gap budget, essentially a quick fix in order to keep the state functioning.

Set to be demolished this summer, The Barn was more than just a building to the youth of Naperville who grew up in the 60's and 70's; it was a place of friendship and music.

Naper Nuts and Sweets is celebrating 15 years in town. (630) Naperville's Natalie Vitale sat down with owner, Dominque Martucci to talk about the impact the store has had in town and what she hopes for the next 15 years.

The mission of Naperville CARES is to help local families in financial crisis meet their essential needs by providing emergency financial support and resources. Meet a few people behind the scenes at Naperville CARES and learn why they give back.

Marjorie Wehrli Walsh, also known as Marge, celebrates her 95th birthday this year. As a wife and mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother, Marge has taught her family a lifetime of knowledge, but most importantly the secret to living a full and happy life.

With the warmer months upon us, it may be tempting to crank up the A/C in the house on those hot days. Mike Bakker of Dutchman Heating and Cooling offers some tips for keeping your place cool while keep costs down for our newest segment, “Ask Your Local expert.”

Looking to spice up your holiday or new year's party? We've got some tips for do-it-yourself cocktails, as well as ideas for pre-made adult beverages.

Two local families who are able to take the classroom home give us a behind-the-scenes look at homeschooling.

Becky Anderson of Anderson's Bookshop brings you her top 5 book suggestions for the summer.

For 50 Years the Summer Place Theatre has been entertaining the community throughout the summer months. We take a look at how the theatre got its start and continues to keep tradition going strong. From veteran to brand new cast members there's a place for everyone on stage.

With summertime in full swing comes graduations, weddings and barbecues. We take a trip around town to find out what the best sips are for the summer to pair with your celebrations.

Ryan Karlin was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy in 2008. He and his family go the extra mile to raise awareness about the disease through their organization, Rally for Ryan.

Check out Becky Anderson's top picks of books you should see before you see the movie.

The Festival of Colors has become an annual tradition in Naperville for the last 8 years, welcoming the beginning of spring. We talk to those that started the festival to find out more behind its origin and meaning.

A local movie expert previews what could be box office blockbusters for 2017.

Whether joining for fun, exercise or to keep the brain sharp, belly dancing has become second nature to many in Naperville.

Find out what are our local colleges doing to beat the statistics and make sexual assault a thing of the past on their campuses.

630 gets a behind the scenes look at the Paramount Theater in Aurora's production of West Side Story.

Naper Settlement takes a journey through history that they are still on today, discovering the life of the first known African American in Naperville, Sybil Dunbar.

It's been 14 years since 9/11. Find out what went into Naperville's own 9/11 Memorial.

The Naperville area is home to a lot of talented high school girls soccer players. In fact, two of them are now playing at the highest level. NCTV17's Kamen Entchev has the story.

Alan Harris has been a huge part of the Naperville sports community. The hall-of -fame coach finally retired after half a century. NCTV7’s Kamen Entchev has the story.

How far would you go to chase your dream? One pitcher moved across the world, landing him in Naperville so he could play baseball.

A group of women take to the rollerskating rink for a sport they find tough but empowering.

Three athletes from Metea Valley High School sing in an A Capella group and discuss balancing extracurriculars and challenging stereotypes.

Andrew Maynard shines on the ice but his skills are due in large part to the unique training he gets at Bridgedale Academy.

Chicago Cubs fans packed the Naperville Center to get up close with the Commissioners Trophy.

630's Kamen Entchev has a recap of this year's biggest moments in Naperville sports, including several state championships.

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.

Tips of how to stay fit during the holidays

A piece of Naperville history was torn down last July to make way for the future. Crews demolished the recreation barn at Knoch Park where they are now replacing it with an $8-million maintenance facility for the Naperville Park District.

Since 2008, the Naperville Park District has run not just the city’s only cricket pitch but the country’s only park district-sponsored cricket pitch.

Lincoln Jr. High School teacher Josh Stumpenhorst was named “Teacher of the Year” by the Illinois State Board of Education.

We look back at the career of former Naperville Police Chief David Dial and his impact on the department during his more-than-20-year tenure.

The 19th century outdoor museum’s success is due in large part to former president and CEO Peggy Frank, who announced her retirement in 2012.

2017 marks the 20th anniversary of a large fire on the campus of North Central College. See the blaze that almost destroyed the iconic building.

Central Park’s band shell dedication back in 2003 will certainly strike a chord with fans and members of the Naperville Municipal Band.

North central college continues to grow with the opening of a new science center. In may of 2015, college president Troy Hammond joined the board of trustees on Loomis Street for the center’s groundbreaking.