City of Naperville Announces New Director of Public Works
The Naperville Department of Public Works is located along Fort Hill Drive at Jefferson Avenue. (PN File Photo) City of Naperville Report The City of Naperville is pleased to announce that Daniel Randolph has been hired as Naperville’s next Director of Public Works. Randolph was selected from a pool of highly...
An Illinois Christmas Train Ride In Aurora!
Blackberry Farm in Aurora, Illinois, is one of those places where living history and family fun blend so seamlessly that it’s hard to tell where the museum ends and the amusement park begins. Set on 54 scenic acres around Lake Gregory, the park is operated by the Fox Valley Park District and has grown from a modest...
Naperville Park District outlines $55.2M budget, possible fee boosts
After months of deliberation and analysis, Naperville Park District officials have unveiled a proposed $55.2 million budget for the upcoming 2026 fiscal year that includes an anticipated 5% 2025 tax levy increase, as well as higher fees for select programs. Executive director says ‘a lot of work goes into this’...
Naperville innovators turn inspiration into invention
Naperville has always been a place where innovation meets community. Danny Puknaitis and Allen Xu are great examples of that. During NCTV17’s “The Morning Show,” the two shared their inspirations behind their inventions, both previously featured on Naperville News 17, and how they continue to help make a difference.
Illinois grandma wins $3 million after switching scratch-off tickets
Gut feeling pays off: ‘Happy Grandma’ wins $3M Illinois Lottery Super Bonus at a Villa Park BP and plans to help her son and treat the grandkids.
Man hit, killed by vehicle while crossing street in Park Ridge, police say
PARK RIDGE - A man died Friday morning after he was struck by a vehicle while crossing the street in suburban Park Ridge, authorities said. Park Ridge police said the crash happened about 10:09 a.m. at the intersection of Dempster Street and Potter Road. A 55-year-old man was hit by...
Recurring Late-Night Power Outages: A Neighborhood Mystery
Residents in the vicinity of 95th and Book have reported recurring late-night power outages. The incidents, which have occurred twice within the past month, typically involve a brief power cut that resets electronic devices such as microwaves and ranges. The power outages seem to be localized, affecting only certain...
Chicago Man Denied Pre-Trial Release After Drug Arrest at Naperville Train Depot
A Chicago man, Brock Okennard, 45, was denied pre-trial release after being charged with several felonies related to drug trafficking and resisting arrest in Naperville, Illinois. Judge Louis Aranda made the decision after a request from the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office. Okennard is charged with possession...
Teen waiting for liver donation as he battles two life-threatening diseases
A high school media coordinator is fighting two life-threatening diseases. Usually 18-year-old Brody Lynch tells other people's stories, but now his story needs to take the spotlight.
Naperville’s The Springs at Monarch Landing Recognized as Illinois’ Best Long-Term Care Center
The Springs at Monarch Landing, located in Naperville, Illinois, received two state honors in 2025. The Illinois Health Care Association (IHCA), which represents over 450 long-term care centers in Illinois, named The Springs the Best Long-Term Care Center in the state. Roseline Tyson, a nurse at The Springs, was also...

















