Aurora Police Chief Announces Retirement Aurora Police Chief Kristen Ziman announced her retirement on Monday, June 14, in a post

A proposed bill could give the state more control over school decisions for in-person learning during a public health emergency. 

An Aurora man has pleaded guilty to using an explosive device and throwing it into Egg Harbor Cafe in Downtown Naperville last year.

Barry Lee Whelpley, charged in the nearly 50-year-old murder case of Naperville resident Julie Ann Hanson, is held at the Will County Jail.

Naperville Police Chief Robert Marshall has announced his retirement from the Naperville Police Department after serving 37 years.

A look back at how last year’s summer of protests in the wake of the murder of George Floyd impacted the Naperville community.

Illinois is set to move into Phase 5 of the Restore Illinois Plan on June 11. This includes a full reopening of all businesses and activities. 

Naperville police and Will County State’s Attorney’s Office said it was thanks to technological advancements in DNA and genetic genealogy.

The Naperville Park District held a Family Campout at Knoch Knolls Park which included a hike and campfire.

The son of the founder of Naperville’s Tasty Bakery was reunited with the cash register his father purchased in 1925.

West Suburban Community Pantry celebrated its grand reopening, complete with more space for increased demand to serve the community.

Naperville residents, city staff, and city council members met last night for a workshop to kick off discussions on the city’s Strategic Plan.

The Naperville Park District is hosting a new walk, “Walk On!” in memory of late park manager Chuck Papanos and to support lymphoma research. 

With a move of the tassel and the throw of a cap, District 203’s Class of 2021 students have officially graduated.

After a year off, the Frontier Kite Fly was back with families flying their kites, professional kite flyers, food trucks, and entertainment.

Today marks the first day the Naperville Farmers Market is back for the season, with 56 vendors including 20 new additions.

Several local colleges were recently awarded millions of dollars of emergency funding courtesy of the American Rescue Plan.

The Illinois State Board of Education adopted a resolution today requiring schools to have full in-person learning next school year.

D204 will reduce class sizes in grades K-2, hire more mental health staff, and more thanks to $13 million in federal aid.

The John C Dunham STEM Partnership School at Aurora University will close after the 2021-2022 school year.

District 203’s tentative 2021-2022 budget includes multiple Return to Learn supports for students due to the effects of the pandemic.

Six months ago, Naperville North students Ishika Sadhukhan, Mary Crossett, and Ellie Gerner were strangers. Now, they’re business partners. Together

Five local high schools have made it into U.S. News & World Report’s top-50 list for best schools in Illinois. 

In a 4-3 decision D204’s Board of Education voted against terminating its partnership with the John C. Dunham STEM Partnership School.

Over one million vaccine doses have been administered to residents of DuPage County, with over 50% of the county’s residents fully vaccinated.

More than half of DuPage County residents are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 according to data from IDPH, ranking first among Illinois counties.

Because everyone feels sad, anxious or angry sometimes it’s not always easy to determine if someone needs mental health care.

Did you know Edward Hospital has grown dramatically in the last 40 years? It started with 162 patients beds in 1981 and today has 364 beds.

Earlier this week, both the FDA and CDC approved the use of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 12-15.

DuPage County officials announced a new goal to have 80% of the county’s population fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by July 1. 

Two mass vaccination clinics are scheduled in Naperville in the coming days – one at Mall of India, the other at the Fry Family YMCA.

Frequently asked questions for those who have been fully vaccinated from the COVID-19 virus and safety guidelines.

Naperville Central Football is vacating 17 wins from the last three years after having been found violating IHSA transfer bylaws.

Spectrum Racing partnered with The Autism Therapy Group to host a 100-mile bike race in an effort to raise awareness for autism therapy.

The IHSA announced that both boys lacrosse and boys volleyball will join the other spring sports by holding a full state tournament in 2021.

The Illinois High School Association made several determinations, including the loosening of rules regarding masks for low-risk outdoor sports.

Sports are unpredictable; adding a pandemic can take that to another level. Some football games have been canceled due to COVID-19.

Local students have started a petition in response to the DuPage Valley Conference’s decision not to allow student spectators.

Following a meeting of the IHSA Board of directors, it was announced that the traditional spring sports that had their seasons canceled in 2020 will be able to compete for a state championship in 2021.

The Kane County Cougars are joining a new league in 2021 after 30 years spent as an MLB affiliate club in the Midwest League.