Elmhurst

A motion was approved Monday to deny pre-trial release for a Chicago man accused of crashing his car into the attached garage of an Elmhurst home while fleeing from police, prosecutors said.

May Fest will bloom at Cantigny, while Wheaton separately plays host to a mac-and-cheese festival. Concerts will showcase folk and classical artists, while the game's afoot for "Miss Holmes Returns."

Special education teacher James Rowe initially didn't believe he was a Golden Apple finalist

A Wheaton teacher is the recipient of the Golden Apple Award

Art in Wilder Park and Lilac Time lead off festival fun, and there's also a DuPage and Cook lineup of hit rock bands, classical gems, kite flying and history tours.

Art in Wilder Park will be held May 3, 4 in Elmhurst

Elmhurst pre-school teacher brings her career to a close after three decades

People attending a Mass of remembrance at the Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus talk about Pope Francis and the next pope.

The Elmhurst Park District hosted an egg hunt on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Berens Park in Elmhust.

The Elmhurst History Museum has appointed Emma Marston as curator of education and public programs.

Special events range from The Morton Arboretum's Arbor Day Plant Sale and a production of "Our Town" at the MAC to live music, a showcase of jewelry artistry and an interactive exhibition on farming in DuPage County at the Elmhurst History Museum.

A former Lake in the Hills woman pleaded guilty after she was charged last year with obstructing police who were searching for couple accused of abducting their daughter.

Portillo’s Italian beef, Polish sausage, cheese sauce and more are now available for breakfast for the first time in the company’s 62-year history.

Five Chicago-area Portillo's restaurants will roll out a limited-time breakfast menu beginning April 15.

No injuries were reported in a fire that caused significant damage to a Lombard house Saturday, officials said Monday.

Author Walter Isaacson to lecture April 22 at Elmhurst University

Former Woodridge Mayorr Bill Murphy, who led Woodridge as mayor from 1981 to 2013, died March 30. He was 81.

While Glen Ellyn picked a new village president Tuesday, voters in several other DuPage County towns were in an anti-incumbent mood.

Voters determined this election who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

This spring, DuPage and Cook county voters get to decide who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

Author to give Bernardin Lecture at Elmhurst University

The Elmhurst Park District hosted an Egg Hunt for Adults on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Berens Park in Elmhurst.

Join Elmhurst Park District staff in shaping Crestview Park’s future as plans are made to enhance the north side park and its amenities in 2026.

A St. Patrick's Day eve concert, a noted guest flutist showcased by the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra, jazz greats, military memorabilia and a day devoted to native plants are featured in DuPage and Cook counties.

A motion was granted Monday to detain pre-trial a pair of Elgin men accused of leading police on a high-speed chase after shooting at another vehicle, prosecutors said.

The annual St. Patrick's Day Parade traveled through Elmhurst on Saturday, March 8, 2025.

Four suspects in a shooting were arrested early Sunday morning after their vehicle crashed near the I-290 ramp at St. Charles Road in Elmhurst, police said.

John Bishof: I think cell phone usage should be prohibited during class time. Messages can be checked quickly between classes.

Some DuPage County officials would like an update at the DuPage Heritage Gallery, located in the county administration building in Wheaton

Brightening midwinter will be concerts spanning diverse styles, along with a Market Craft Fair and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra appearing in the western suburbs.

A motion was granted Saturday to detain three Cook County residents accused of stealing a high-end SUV earlier this month and leading police on a high-speed chase, prosecutors said.

A Chicago man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for robbing a 7-Eleven store in Elmhurst.

About 60 area residents, many holding homemade signs, turned out Sunday afternoon for a rally organized by local lawmakers to ensure Medicaid would maintain its current coverage levels.

A resolution before the DuPage County Board on Tuesday would remove the name of the late Congressman Henry J. Hyde from the county’s Wheaton courthouse and rescind previous approval for a monument there in his honor.

Attorneys for a woman, accused of DUI of marijuana in a crash that killed an Elmhurst resident, are trying to throw out the toxicology tests, arguing labs incorrectly measured the drug in her body.

Historical hotographic display now open at Elmhurst History Museum

The Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation’s 25th annual 25th annual Chef Fest is set for Feb. 6

The Elmhurst Public Library hosted a day of service in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025.

An Elmhurst native with experience as both a coordinator and position coach, Rob Harley has joined the Northern Illinois University football coaching staff as defensive coordinator.

Upcoming events, celebrations and services throughout DuPage County will pay tribute to Martin Luther King Jr.

A motion was approved Saturday to deny pre-trial release for a Cook County convicted felon accused of possessing a loaded handgun, prosecutors said.

A Wheaton man was denied pretrial release Saturday following his arrest Friday on charges of stealing lottery tickets from convenience stores throughout DuPage County.

Illinois tollway leaders approved a new $2 billion, seven-year capital program Thursday that includes improvements to trouble spots in Cook, DuPage and Lake counties.

The York and Loyola football teams squared off in the Class 8A state championship Saturday in Hancock Stadium at Illinois State University in Normal.

With a change of venues from St. Charles for the past seven years to Elmhurst, a new collection of original plays will have their time to shine at GreenMan Theatre.

Allison Peters Quinn has been named executive director and chief curator of the Elmhurst Art Museum.

Volunteers worked at the Keith A. Olson Prairie during the clean up day held Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024 in Elmhurst.

Elmhurst’s GreenMan Theatre Troupe presents “The Cover of Life,” a play filled with charm, humor, heartache and hope based on the true-life story of three sisters-in-law living with their husbands’ mother while their men serve in World War II.

The author of ‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’ will speak Nov. 20 at Elmhurst University

A motion was approved Tuesday to detain pre-trial a Chicago man accused of robbing a Wheaton AutoZone at gunpoint, prosecutors said.