Author: Joe Kennedy

A number of new Illinois laws will be introduced throughout the state on Sunday, January 1, 2023; one of which, Naperville elementary students had a hand in creating.  In total, there are over 180 new laws that will take effect in the new year Here are five of note.  Minimum Wage Increase: The current minimum…

The Branch Moms Community recently announced that Matt Doyle is the recipient of their first ever The Branch Kindness Award. “We’re always looking for stories or people, to highlight the kindness, the compassion, the love they share, and the support they share, because that’s what running the moms community is all about,” said The Branch…

A Chicago man and a Naperville man were charged with burglary on Monday, December 26. Who Was Charged For The Burglary Erik Pelligrino, 31 of the 1900 block of Fair Oak Road, Naperville, and Jonte McMillian, 33, of the 8000 block of South King Drive, Chicago, were charged with a Class 1 Felony of Residential…

Residents can expect warmer temperatures and rainy Naperville weather this week and into 2023. After wind chills reached between -20 and -30 degrees last week, residents can expect a dramatic temperature increase heading into the new year. This Thursday, temperatures will feel about 80 degrees warmer than last week. Warm Weather Is Coming Naperville will…

A recent request to continue a longstanding practice within Naperville District 203 raised a few questions on the heels of school closures and hybrid learning from COVID-19. District administrators sought and received authority to file a waiver request with the Illinois State Board of Education to offer physical education classes two days per week for…

The Naperville Fire Department responded to a call at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, 12/24, about smoke coming from a home at the 800 block of Plainfield-Naperville Road. While en route, first responders were notified that all four occupants were not inside the house. First Responders On Scene In total, 26 first responders were on the…

Naperville District 203 officials are anticipating using the state’s 5% maximum public schools tax cap law that is tied into the consumer price index for the upcoming property tax levy, based on a plan set in motion at Monday’s (12/20) school board meeting. After several reviews, the board voted, 6-1, in favor of the 5%…

With a strong winter storm bearing down on Naperville and lasting into the weekend, a number of businesses and organizations have been forced to close. Temperatures are expected to drop into the negatives along with dangerously high winds and snow.  Read below to find the closures in Naperville. Closures In Naperville: YMCA Closing today, Thursday,…

A winter storm is expected to roll through the Naperville area Thursday afternoon and local community shelters say they’re ready for it. “We’ve always been proactive, to provide those services that are so critical and nights like we have coming up where honestly people’s lives are going to be at risk if they’re out there,”…

With a big winter storm on its way, the Naperville Park District is reminding residents about its ice skating and sledding locations this winter in Naperville. Where To Go Ice Skating The skating areas need time to freeze, sometimes requiring a long period of cold weather. The Park District indicates that the ice is safe…

The Naperville Police Department was spreading holiday cheer on Wednesday night at its annual Shop With A Cop Event. Around 80 kids were given $100 gift cards to shop for whatever they wanted at Target on Jefferson Avenue.  Back To Normal Officers were glad to bring back the in-person shopping component, after having to drop…

Naper Settlement set up some holiday fun with the return of its Holly Jolly Days, which run from December 12 through December 16. “It’s a late afternoon event, starting at 3 p.m., and ending at seven. It has a variety of things around the site for people and children and families to interact with.” said…