Naperville North, Naperville Central veterans clubs receive kindness award
Naperville Central & Naperville North High School students stepped into the spotlight as KidsMatter illuminated their acts of kindness with a special honor. The nonprofit, in partnership with the Collaborative Youth Team, a coalition of 36 organizations that serve local youth, presented teens in the schools’ veterans clubs with the Make Kindness Count Award for their volunteer work in the community.
Hesed House offers a path out of homelessness
For over 40 years, Hesed House has been a critical support for individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The second largest shelter in Illinois, more than 1,000 people are served annually at Hesed House. Through partnership with local organizations and more than 7,500 volunteers providing meals, safe shelter and essential services they are able to support people and families facing homelessness...
Summer Smash 2026 unveils 3 powerhouse headliners
The world’s largest independent hip-hop festival has officially announced its return, and the 2026 edition of The Summer Smash is arriving with one of its most wide-ranging lineups to date. Organizers revealed the full roster on Monday, with tickets going on sale Tuesday, April 14, at 2 p.m. CT through TheSummerSmash.com.
Batavia police study Randall Road after two deadly crashes
BATAVIA, Ill. - Two deadly crashes on Randall Road in just six weeks led Batavia police to analyze years of crash data. They found driver behavior, including failing to yield and speeding, is the leading cause of collisions. Now, city leaders are working on enforcement, expanding education efforts and reviewing...
Minooka woman awarded $60M after crash leaves her paralyzed
Attorney Brad Cosgrove discusses the $60 million settlement for Sarah Grasser, who was paralyzed after a construction-related crash on Interstate 55 in Will County.
Illinois Records 54 Tornadoes Annually; Cook And DuPage Counties On High Alert
Cook County tops the list for tornado damage risk this spring, outpacing traditional hotspots like Kansas and Oklahoma, highlighting the need for local storm preparedness.
Suburban Chicago man sentenced for firing machine gun during drug deal, prosecutors say
DUPAGE COUNTY, Ill. - A previously convicted suburban Chicago man will spend two decades in prison after prosecutors say he fired a handgun converted to a fully automatic weapon during a drug deal in 2023. Curtis Lyons, 41, of Maywood, was sentenced Monday after a judge found him guilty in...
Illinois departments probing West Suburban hospital’s finances after abrupt closure, state rep. says
The I-Team has learned the current CEO of West Suburban Medical Center was served an eviction notice last week from the property's owner, citing millions of dollars in debt owed.
Letter to the Editor: Hired as a Student, Stayed for a Lifetime
National Student Employment Week started April 13, and with it I’ve found myself reflecting on the journey that student employment set in motion for me. I’ve been on an incredible College of DuPage (COD) journey for nearly half of my life. Over the years, I’ve worked in Writing, Reading, & Speech Assistance (WRSA), Tutoring, Registration, Admissions and now Financial Aid. It’s amazing to think that...
Illinois data center boom tied to rising utility bills, experts say
CHICAGO - There's a price to pay for all that swiping, clicking and streaming we do every day when living our digital lives. We aren't talking about your cellphone bill but rather your water and electric bills. In a FOX Chicago special report, Bret Buganski takes a look at how...

















