At Sandra Bland’s funeral, a mother’s call to action
Sandra Bland's mother was the last to speak at her daughter's funeral. Geneva Reed-Veal's voice didn't break as she addressed the hundreds before her; she didn't shed any tears. She...
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Social media and new technology bring pets home
Larry and Diane Watters, of Naperville, lost their miniature dachshund Noah when he got away from them during a walk. Noah is 5 years old, and it was the first...
Psychologist runs ultramarathon for mental health program
A bake sale or car wash wouldn't cut it for one man's fundraising goal. Instead, Thor Johansen trekked 100 miles up hills and through woods to raise $12,000 for children...
Naperville Heritage Society to receive grant
The National Heritage Society has been told it will receive a $50,000 federal grant that it plans to use to help bolster its plans to hire three added staff members....
Aurora outlet center announces new stores to come
Chicago Premium Outlets announced a second wave of stores to be added with its current expansion project. Wellensteyn Outlet store, Movado and Sperry Top-Sider will join the Aurora outlet center...
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County names new executive director
The former public works director and village engineer for Oak Brook has been selected as the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County's executive director. The Forest Preserve board is expected...
Ramp closures at Route 59 and I-88 almost here
The soon-to-be diverging diamond configuration at Route 59 interchange with I-88 will cause ramp closures in August. The diverging diamond configuration is designed to enhance traffic flow and safety on...
DuPage Children’s Museum to reopen in September
The DuPage Children's Museum in Naperville will reopen its doors to the public on Saturday, Sept. 19. The museum closed its facility at 301 N. Washington St. in January to...
Suburban jukebox picks show eclectic taste
In parts of Naperville, don't be surprised if residents have memorized most rap lyrics to DJ Snake and Lil Jon's, "Turn Down for What." Depending on where you are in...
Renewable energy grant program invests back into community
The Naperville Renewable Energy Grant Program hopes to support more renewable energy projects within Naperville. Each month renewable energy program participants make donations on their electric bills to support grants...