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June 09, 2025
Shaw Local

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‘What a disgrace it was’. Residents criticize Downers Grove Village Council for behavior at previous meeting

‘What a disgrace it was’. Residents criticize Downers Grove Village Council for behavior at previous meeting

A group of Downers Grove residents used Tuesday's Village Council meeting to chastise commissioners for their behavior at the May 20 meeting when they rejected Mayor Bob Barnett's nomination of Commissioner Martin Tully as mayor pro tem

By Bob Rakow●
June 08, 2025 at 8:23 pm CDT

Downers Grove man arrested three hours after release from DuPage County jail

Downers Grove man arrested three hours after release from DuPage County jail

A motion to revoke pre-trial release for a Downers Grove man newly charged with burglary and aggravated battery allegedly committed less than three hours after being discharged from the DuPage County Jail on burglary and retail theft charges, prosecutors said.

By Bob Rakow●
June 06, 2025 at 2:18 pm CDT

Mosquito batches test positive for West Nile virus in DuPage County

Mosquito batches test positive for West Nile virus in DuPage County

The first mosquito batches to test positive for West Nile virus this year in DuPage County, the DuPage County Health Department has confirmed.

By Bob Rakow●
June 05, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Illinois State Police make more than 100 arrests/citations in May roadside checks

Illinois State Police make more than 100 arrests/citations in May roadside checks

Illinois State Police Troop 3 announced the results of roadside safety checks held in Cook, DuPage, Kane, and Will counties during May.

By Judy Harvey●
June 03, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Colorado teen accused of robbing woman at gunpoint in Downers Grove

Colorado teen accused of robbing woman at gunpoint in Downers Grove

A Colorado juvenile has been accused of robbing a woman at gunpoint in downtown Downers Grove last month.

By Bob Rakow●
June 01, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

‘A testament to her dedication’. Downers Grove Park District renames rec center in Cathy Mahoney’s honor

‘A testament to her dedication’. Downers Grove Park District renames rec center in Cathy Mahoney’s honor

The Downers Grove Park District on Friday will name the recreation center in honor of long-time commissioner Cathy Mahoney

By Cathy Janek●
May 30, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Bloomingdale man accused of attempting to rob West Chicago gas station at gun point: prosecutors

Bloomingdale man accused of attempting to rob West Chicago gas station at gun point: prosecutors

A Bloomingdale man accused of attempting to rob at gunpoint a West Chicago gas station will remain in jail until at least his next court date, prosecutors said.

By Bob Rakow●
May 29, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Police plan Route 64 enforcement campaign on 6/4 in Kane, DuPage

Police plan Route 64 enforcement campaign on 6/4 in Kane, DuPage

The Campton Hills Police Department will join with numerous police agencies in northern Illinois to conduct a traffic safety initiative on Wednesday, June 4, along the Illinois Route 64 corridor.

By Brenda Schory●
May 28, 2025 at 2:46 pm CDT

Man found guilty of shooting pregnant woman in Willowbrook: prosecutors

Man found guilty of shooting pregnant woman in Willowbrook: prosecutors

A jury on Friday found Lawrence Grant, 41, formerly of Chicago, guilty of shooting a woman who was eight months pregnant while she was traveling on Route 83 in early 2022.

By Bob Rakow●
May 28, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Mandy Waughop earns Educator of the Year Award in Downers Grove District 58

Mandy Waughop earns Educator of the Year Award in Downers Grove District 58

Resource teacher earns honors for her creativity and tireless dedication in helping students succeed.

By Renee Tomell●
May 27, 2025 at 12:22 pm CDT
Second teen charged in Downers Grove armed robbery: prosecutors

Second teen charged in Downers Grove armed robbery: prosecutors

A second teen has been charged with robbing a woman at gunpoint in downtown Downers Grove last month, prosecutors said.

By Bob Rakow●
May 23, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT
Four Italian nationals accused of operating electronics counterfeit ring: prosecutors

Four Italian nationals accused of operating electronics counterfeit ring: prosecutors

Four Italian nationals accused of operating an electronics counterfeit ring worth more than $570,000 will remain in jail until their next court date.

By Bob Rakow●
May 21, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

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Glenbard West continues run of excellence, places runner-up to Marist at state

Glenbard West continues run of excellence, places runner-up to Marist at state


Photos: Benet vs. St. Francis baseball, Class 3A Kaneland Sectional final

Photos: Benet vs. St. Francis baseball, Class 3A Kaneland Sectional final


Photos: Downers Grove North vs. Waubonsie Valley baseball, Class 4A Lockport Sectional final

Photos: Downers Grove North vs. Waubonsie Valley baseball, Class 4A Lockport Sectional final


Young Nazareth group learns from fourth-place showing at Class 2A state tournament

Young Nazareth group learns from fourth-place showing at Class 2A state tournament


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