City to loan $80,000 to struggling fiber optic public-private consortium
Aurora officials debated a proposed $80,000 loan to Onlight Aurora, a public-private group that operates services tied to the city’s fiber network, as staff warned that unpaid bills could trigger service disruptions and damage the organization’s standing. The discussion took place at last week’s Committee of the...
New Lenox Fire Battles Commercial Fire
The New Lenox Fire Protection District responded to a reported structure fire in the 2200 block of Berens Drive in New Lenox just after 1:10 Thursday afternoon. Upon arrival, crews found a baling machine on fire in an isolated room, with smoke conditions throughout the building. The facility’s automatic sprinkler...
Wendy’s in Lockport Set to Open Friday, Offering Yearlong Free Burgers to Early Guests
LOCKPORT, Ill. — Wendy’s is opening a new location in Lockport on Friday, and the first 50 customers will receive a special reward. Starting at 10:30 a.m., the early guests who make any purchase will be awarded a certificate for a “Dave’s Single Hamburger every month for a year,” Hamra Enterprises announced.
Ex-husband indicted by grand jury in slaying of couple found in their Ohio home
Ex-husband indicted by grand jury in slaying of couple found in their Ohio homeBy PATRICK AFTOORA-ORSAGOSAssociated PressThe Associated PressColumbus, OHIOAn Ohio grand jury indicted a man in the double homicide of his ex-wife and her husband who were killed in their home last month. Court records show a Franklin...
Why Locals Adore this Hidden Gem Burger Spot in Naperville, IL
When burger enthusiasts in the Chicagoland area grew frustrated searching for the perfect patty, they decided to create it themselves. 🍔. Jackson Avenue Pub opened in downtown Naperville in July 2012 with a simple mission: serve massive, creative burgers made with local, fresh ingredients paired with an impressive...
Police: Cook County Man Arrested Within Hour Of Chicago Attack
A Calumet City man was arrested early Thursday for allegedly robbing and assaulting another man in downtown Chicago. Cornelius Bates, 42, was arrested at 5:57 a.m. in the 0-100 block of East Lake Street, according to police. Bates is accused of robbing and beating a 44-year-old man in the 300...
Assessor says many homeowners missing out on property tax exemptions
Sugar Grove Township Assessor Curt Karas says many residents are not receiving all of the property tax exemptions for which they may be eligible. One example is the homestead exemption, which homeowners can claim if they own and live in their home. "In Kane County, the homestead exemption is an...
Aurora Man Charged with Felony After High-Speed Chase and Arrest in DuPage County
An Aurora man is currently held without bail after leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car. According to the DuPage County State’s Attorney's Office, Charles Walker, 20, is awaiting trial with charges including a Class 2 felony for Unlawful Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle, Aggravated Fleeing and...
Elmhurst Woman Arrested For Disposing Dog Waste Improperly
A bag of dog waste takes center stage in a neighborly dispute—sometimes, the smallest actions spark the biggest tensions.
Cook County Sheriff’s Office seeks volunteers for search and rescue team
COOK COUNTY - The Cook County Sheriff's Office is looking for members of the public to join their Volunteer Search and Rescue Team. On their Facebook page, the Cook County Sheriff's Office posted about looking for people to join their Volunteer, Search, Rescue and Recovery Team. According to officials, the...

















