Wheaton

DuPage County Board members have authorized the use of a part of the county fairgrounds in Wheaton for a new transportation facility, though the decision was not unanimous.

A DuPage County Board committee has given preliminary approval for a proposal to use land at the fairgrounds property in Wheaton for a sprawling new highway maintenance facility.

The 13th Annual Lions Charities Reindeer Run 5K was held din Wheaton on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024.

The musical program titled “We Need A Little Christmas” opens with popular Christmas classics, followed by a narration of the birth of Jesus interwoven with carols.

A 34-year-old Wheaton man is dead after being shot Thanksgiving Day near the intersection of Clark Street and Fullerton Avenue in Chicago.

DuPage Forest Preserve District finalized the $12 million purchase of Bolger Farm

A homeless man found guilty of sexually assaulting a woman near the Illinois Prairie Path in 2018 has been sentenced to 66 years in prison, prosecutors said.

DuPage County Board members this week signaled support for using fairground property for a new multimillion-dollar transportation complex.

Catch up with family and friends over a holiday brunch in December.

For the 40th anniversary edition of its holiday program, the St. Charles Singers will be joined by the Metropolis String Ensemble.

DuPage United commemorates recent achievements at annual assembly

Winter is coming to downtown Wheaton and everyone’s seasonal favorites are back. Celebrate the season with this slate of upcoming events.

A reimagined DuPage County Fairgrounds could be home to a performing arts center featuring a large outdoor concert venue and buildings for music, dance and digital media programs.

Facing rapidly growing demand for its services, West Suburban Community Pantry has appointed Maeven Sipes of Wheaton, formerly of the Northern Illinois Food Bank, as its new CEO.

DuPage County is eyeing the possibility of putting a multimillion-dollar transportation complex on the county fairgrounds property in Wheaton.

A year after Wheaton city council members rejected a plan to turn Roosevelt Road office space into apartments, a new developer is expected to get approval for an office-to-residential project on the property.

State Rep. Amy Grant of Wheaton has declared victory in her bid to continue representing the 47th District.

The Sycamore and St. Francis football teams met Saturday in a IHSA Class 5A quarterfinal matchup in Sycamore.

A motion was granted Friday to deny pre-trial release for a West Chicago man accused of leaving the scene of a crash that claimed the life of an 85-year-old female resident of Winfield, prosecutors said.

Cantigny Park's veteran intern program helped veterans gain practical work experience while also getting assistance with career assessment and job search skills.

A DuPage County man has been charged with reckless homicide in connection with a fatal crash this week in Wheaton near the county government complex.

Recently submitted financial statements show a steep funding gap between Democratic U.S. Rep. Delia Ramirez and her Republican challenger, attorney John Booras.

A new mural in Wheaton helps brighten the downtown plaza

A 35-year-old Wheaton woman has died from injuries she suffered in a two-vehicle crash in Naperville, police said Thursday.

DuPage County Coroner Richard Jorgensen is running for a fourth term, but he will have to overcome a challenge from a Democrat for only the second time since he took over the office.

Montini Catholic High School has named Christopher Kavanaugh of Wheaton the FSC Memorial Scholarship winner

The League of Women Voters of Glen Ellyn and Wheaton will hold a community meeting on Mis/Disinformation Awareness from 7 to 8 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Glen Ellyn Civic Center’s Clayton Room, 535 Duane St., Glen Ellyn.

A motion to detain pretrial a man charged with breaking into a Wheaton residence and threatening the residences was granted Oct. 4, prosecutors said.

Republican incumbent state Rep. Amy Grant of Wheaton is being challenged again by her crosstown Democratic rival Jackie Williamson

The candidates for the 3rd Congressional outline their plans for an immigration system

Starbucks is relocating to the former Sandberg building in downtown Wheaton

Mile Long Records, an independent record store in Wheaton, will be celebrating its 10th anniversary in October and a move to a new location.

Wheaton City Manager Mike Dzugan recently announced his plans to retire as the city's chief executive officer and administrative head.

Critics praise Guido Sant’Anna, who gained international recognition in 2022 when, at age 17, he became the first South American violinist to win the prestigious International Fritz Kreisler Competition in Vienna.

The internationally recognized choir will launch a special array of concerts Oct. 26-27 in St. Charles.

Adelle's in Wheaton unveils renovations that include updated designs and a new speakeasy lounge.

The Wheaton Police Department is warning residents of a phone solicitation scam from individuals claiming to represent the police department or the police union.

Music on Main was held throughout downtown Wheaton on Saturday, Sept 21, 2024.

The Blooze Brothers, Vital Signs, Ben Tatar and more join the free music festival coming to Downtown Wheaton Sept. 21 - 22.

The DuPage County Sheriff will host an Safety Saturday event on Sept. 21

Music, art and food from around the world were highlighted Sunday during Wheaton’s Festival of Cultures at Memorial Park.

Wheaton Warrenville South staff and students marched in the school’s annual homecoming parade on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024 on Wiesbrook Road in Wheaton.

A 26-year-old Aurora man is facing a felony charge after police say he fatally struck a pedestrian in Wheaton early Sunday morning and left the scene.

Communities across DuPage County will observe the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with remembrance ceremonies.

The North West Territory Alliance presented a Revolutionary War Reenactment Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024 at Cantigny in Wheaton. Spectators had the opportunity to experience a battle and enjoy the sights and sounds of the 18th century.

Former Congressman Patrick Kennedy sees a clear path forward for the improvement of mental health care in the nation, and it comes down to applying the financial incentives that have strengthened other industries.

History of Wheaton’s parks the focus of History Bike Tour Sept. 21

Wheaton’s Mix on Main Music Fest will take place Sept. 21, 22

The Glen Ellyn-based Awakenings Review literary magazine was chosen for a national award

Libraries in 24th Senate District will receive a combined $308,000 in state grants this year