Wheaton home ruined after lightning ignites roof fire: officials
WHEATON, Ill. - A Wheaton home was deemed uninhabitable after it was struck by lightning and caught fire on Friday, according to the City of Wheaton. Around 9:45 p.m., the Wheaton Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 1400 block of Wendover Lane. Crews say they found heavy fire on the roof of the home. They were able to contain the blaze...
Bomb threat at Pope’s brother’s house outside Chicago
Learn about the threat police responded to at the Illinois home of Pope Leo XIV's brother.
Freeze watch, frost advisory issued for entire Chicago area
The National Weather Service is warning residents to protect sensitive outdoor plants and irrigation systems ahead of frigid overnight temperatures. According to an alert issued Saturday, the entire Chicago area with the exception of Cook County will be under a frost advisory overnight Saturday into Sunday morning. On Sunday night...
Naperville Central softball erases early deficit to sneak past Benet
A friendly non-conference matchup on the softball diamond with Naperville Central visiting Benet Academy. Before the game, the teams pose for a photo to recognize mental health awareness. This highlight is sponsored by BMO. It’s a pitcher’s duel until the bottom of the third inning. Redwing catcher Lanie Rosner rockets...
Chicagoland flooding, CPS May 1st battle & local trucking company sued | Week in...
Severe storms bring flooding to Chicagoland and an eerie disaster at a local Titanic exhibit. We also break down the deal to keep CPS open on May 1st, a major lawsuit against an Elmhurst trucking company, and the mystery behind a local veteran's apartment being cleared out. Plus, we take you to the Chicago stage for a Seinfeld superstar's return and inside the debut...
Naperville police patrols for distracted drivers surge in April
Students should think twice before answering that call while driving, especially this month as Naperville police patrols are surging. According to the NPD Public Information Office’s press release from April 8, the Naperville Police Department is increasing patrols in search of drivers who violate distracted driving laws throughout April.
Beidelman Furniture, oldest business in DuPage County, to close doors downtown Naperville
The oldest business, not only in Naperville but in DuPage County, is now set to close its doors
Illinois Motel Chaos As Man Goes Wild With Knife
Just when you think you’ve seen it all, a motel incident reminds us of the unpredictable nature of some places in our community.
Great Big Game Show opens at Woodfield Mall
It's like an episode out of a TV game show, except this is real life!
People living along Fox River bracing for flooding as latest storms approach
With the Fox River already running high and fast, people who live along its banks are bracing for flooding, with more rain on the way on Friday.
