North Central College freshman, Elizah Leonard, is a first-generation college student and found a second home and family in Naperville.
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Mardi Gras King Cakes in Naperville
Mardi Gras is coming up on Tuesday and to celebrate, some local bakeries are gearing up to make some traditional treats like king cakes.

NPD Recover Two Vehicles from Chicago Armed Carjackings
Naperville police arrested three individuals and recovered two vehicles that had been reported stolen during armed carjackings in Chicago.
Woman Sues DuPage Sheriff to Allow Methadone Medication in Jail
A Chicago woman and the ACLU is preemptively suing DuPage County Sheriff to allow her methadone medication while in jail.
Public Comment Rules, Traffic Toolkit, and Storage Business on Council Agenda
New rules for public comment, traffic calming toolkits, and a self-storage facility all fall on the city council agenda for its next meeting.
Naperville Students are Prospective U.S. Presidential Scholars
Naperville students have made the short list for 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholars, a federal program which recognizes outstanding high school seniors.
West Suburban Community Pantry To Offer Online & Delivery Options
West Suburban Community Pantry 2020 Access Plan seeks to increase access while maintaining dignity & privacy for families in need.
DuPage Children’s Museum Launches Virtual Artist-In-Residence Program
The DuPage Children’s Museum is launching a virtual Artist-in-Residence program, with kid-created artwork helping to inspire a collaborative project.
Governor Expands 1b Vaccination Group
Starting February 25, Phase 1b of Illinois’ COVID-19 vaccination plan will include those with underlying conditions and comorbidities.
Naperville Restaurants Gear Up For Valentine’s Day Weekend
Naperville restaurants are running specials and serving up some delicious plates this Valentine’s Day weekend.
2021 Naperville St. Patrick’s Day Parade Canceled, 5k Virtual
Naperville St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been cancelled due to concerns with COVID-19, but the St. Paddy’s Day 5K is still on.
How Can I Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?
Now that the COVID-19 vaccine is here, the big question everyone wants to know is “How do I get it?”