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Dick Smith, the long-time Naperville Central Coach and North Central College Hall of Fame member, died at the age of 98.

Benet Academy students raised a record-breaking $111,387.55 as part of its annual Christmas Drive this year.

An Amazon Fresh grocery store opened last week in Naperville, filling another large vacant building within the city limits.

The Promenade at Bolingbrook is putting on their annual Holiday Lights Show with a 45-foot tree and 75,000 LED lights synced to music.

Will County Deputy Correctional Officer Mike Olino died unexpectedly Wednesday while on duty at the Adult Detention Facility.

Naperville police are looking for the public’s help in finding 77-year-old Claude Rousseau, who went missing yesterday. He was last heard from in Crest Hill.

When it comes to protection from COVID-19, proper mask etiquette is crucial. “Wear the mask and wear it correctly and consistently.”

Today 377 Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations were scheduled at Edward Hospital. The first to get vaccinated was Respiratory Therapist Andy Dhanoa.

Naperville Park District Information Technology Director Omar Sandoval was recognized with a Technology Innovation Award by the Special Districts/Midwest Program.

City Council made significant changes to the Downtown Advisory Commission and Fair Housing Commission at its most recent meeting.

In a letter to parents, Naperville School District 203 Superintendent Dan Bridges said the district is “on track” to begin hybrid learning on January 25, 2021.

Two more adult-use cannabis dispensaries, Zen Leaf Naperville and Sunnyside Naperville, will be opening in Naperville in the coming days.