Firefighter Memorial Ceremony This morning, the Naperville Fire Department held its Firefighter Memorial Ceremony. The event is held in remembrance of the department’s fallen members. Engineer Jerry Herring, Lieutenant Richard Rechenmacher, and firefighter Bernard Petrowski died in the line of duty on this day, 52 years ago. They were en route to a house fire… Read more »
Man Charged With Displaying Gun In Dog Park Incident A Bolingbrook man was charged with aggravated assault, battery and disorderly conduct after displaying a gun at a Naperville dog park. Kevin Cruz, 37, was booked into the Will County jail on Friday, after being charged in the November 19 incident, as reported by the Herald… Read more »
DuPage County Inauguration Ceremony Some historic firsts will take place at the inauguration ceremony tonight for newly elected DuPage County officials. Deb Conroy will become the first woman sworn in as DuPage County Board Chair. Michael Childress will become the first Black man to sit on the county board. And two Asian American women, Lucy… Read more »
Potential Changes to Landmark Process The Naperville Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved potential changes to the process for approving landmark status for buildings at its meeting Thursday night. Previously, any individual could apply for a building to be designated a historical landmark, with or without the owner’s approval. If the new ordinance were to take… Read more »
Naperville Woman Sentenced for Capitol Breach A Naperville woman has been sentenced to a year and a half of probation for her role in the U.S. Capitol breach on January 6, 2021. Dawn Frankowski, 54, received the sentence Wednesday from U.S. District Court judge Amy Berman Jackson, as reported by the Chicago Tribune. Frankowski had… Read more »
Naper Lights Naper Lights is back in downtown Naperville. The display of 150,000 lights, sounds, and brightly lit holiday figures has returned to Water Street and the south side of the Naperville Riverwalk for a 10th year. Besides the festive view, there’s also a chance to meet the man in red himself. Santa will be… Read more »
Firehouse Food Fight The Naperville Fire Department has kicked off its sixth annual Firehouse Food Fight. The competition pits fire station against fire station to see who can gather the largest amount of food, clothing and other items to help support families in need. Donations sought include pantry staples such as cereals, pasta and vegetables;… Read more »
Third Mayoral Candidate The Naperville mayoral race now has three candidates. Tiffany Stephens has tossed her hat into the ring, hoping to become the first African American woman to serve as mayor of Naperville. Stephens is the founder of the nonprofit organization, Kid Teen Rider, which provides transportation for kids and teens serving both Naperville… Read more »
IHSA All-State Football The Illinois High School Football Coaches Association recently announced the 2022 All-State teams for the eight IHSA football classes. In class 5A, Benet Academy senior Pierce Walsh was a first-team selection as a wide receiver/defensive lineman. In class 8A, Naperville Central junior Maverick Ohle was named honorable mention as a defensive lineman/tight… Read more »
IPSD 204 E-Learning Day At last night’s Indian Prairie School District 204 Board of Education meeting, the calendar for the 2023-2024 school year was approved. One of the key days that was addressed was an e-learning day that will take place on March 19, 2024. Instead of students getting the day off for election day,… Read more »
Naperville City Council Candidates As candidate petitions began rolling in today at Naperville City Hall, there are currently eleven people who have filed for one of the four open council seats, and two who will be running for mayor. Those filing for a chance at a council spot so far are Meghna Bansal, Nag Jaiswal,… Read more »
Illumination Starts Tomorrow Tomorrow marks the start of Illumination: Tree Lights at the Morton Arboretum. This is the 10th year for the colorful light and sound show. In honor of the 10-year anniversary, and the arboretum’s centennial, six new features have been added to the display. Those include a color-filled tunnel to guide guests into… Read more »