City of Wheaton officials on July 18 debated Aldi's plans to install a larger monument sign in front of its store as part of an expansion project. Aldi proposes to build a 3,300-square-foot addition on the east side of the store at 20 W. Loop Road that would allow the store to sell more retail products to meet consumer demand. The store was built in 1991, and the … [Read more...] about Wheaton officials reject Aldi sign proposal as part of expansion project
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Former Winfield deputy fire chief charged with forgery, misconduct
Former Winfield Deputy Fire Chief Bryan Lewis of Wheaton has been charged with two felony counts of official misconduct and two felony counts of forgery after allegedly presenting a false diploma to Winfield Fire Chief Phillip DeMenza in February. On Feb. 5, Lewis allegedly presented DeMenza with a false Triton College diploma dated May 1995, said Paul Darrah, spokesman … [Read more...] about Former Winfield deputy fire chief charged with forgery, misconduct
Elmhurst Cycling Classic returns July 22
For the fourth year in a row, the streets of Elmhurst will become a race track for professional cyclists from around the world. The Superior Ambulance Elmhurst Cycling Classic takes place July 22. The daylong event starts at 11 a.m. with the Juniors category race and ends at 9:30 p.m. after the men’s pro category race. At 6:30 p.m., the community will be given a … [Read more...] about Elmhurst Cycling Classic returns July 22
Eddie Volkman Streaming Live From Two Brothers Roadhouse In Aurora
Chicago radio legend Eddie Volkman brings the show on the road to Aurora at Two Brothers Roadhouse WCKG 1530 AM features Chicago radio icon Eddie Volkman Monday - Friday from 4PM - 7PM on the air and online at http://www.wckg.com Watch the live broadcast from Two Brothers Roadhouse in Aurora below. Don't forget to Click here to subscribe to our sister station Q101's … [Read more...] about Eddie Volkman Streaming Live From Two Brothers Roadhouse In Aurora
Elmhurst City Council votes against residential tax in downtown
The Elmhurst City Council unanimously decided not to create a new special service area (SSA) for residents living in the central business district. With Mayor Steve Morley absent and Alderman mark Mulliner serving as mayor pro tem during the July 5 meeting, the council voted 13-0 to approve a recommendation from the Finance, Council Affairs and Administrative Services … [Read more...] about Elmhurst City Council votes against residential tax in downtown
Hornets Attack a Wheaton Postal Worker and Put Her in the Hospital
A female postal worker was taken to the hospital after being stung multiple times by Hornets while out on her mail route in Wheaton. The woman was delivering mail in the 900 block of Dartmouth Drive when she was attacked by the Hornets. Witnesses told ABC 7 Chicago landscapers were removing the nest from a tree at the same time that the postal worker was walking by. The … [Read more...] about Hornets Attack a Wheaton Postal Worker and Put Her in the Hospital
Downers Grove approves food truck pilot program
Downers Grove residents may now have a more mobile choice when it comes to dining out. During its July 5 meeting, the Downers Grove Village Council unanimously approved a food truck pilot program and will soon award permits to 10 vendors. Food trucks can begin operation once the application process complete and approved by the village Mayor Martin Tully explained that the … [Read more...] about Downers Grove approves food truck pilot program
A Guidebook for Floodproofing is released by The Dupage County Storm Water Management
DuPage County Stormwater Management has released a flood-proofing guidebook intended to help homeowners resolve common localized flooding issues, according to a news release from the department. The guidebook was developed in partnership with Bluestem Communications and helps identify the source of flooding and various ways to combat the particular source. It also … [Read more...] about A Guidebook for Floodproofing is released by The Dupage County Storm Water Management
DuPage Prosecutors Charge Stalker for a 3rd Time
An Oswego man who already has served two jail terms for threatening the life of Illinois State Toll Highway Authority Board Chairman Robert Schillerstrom could be headed for a third. DuPage County prosecutors on Thursday amended charges against James P. Conroy, 57, of the 500 block Chestnut Drive, related to several accusations stemming from the night of June 10. At the time … [Read more...] about DuPage Prosecutors Charge Stalker for a 3rd Time
Wheaton event offers assistance to veterans in need
Veterans in need are being urged to attend an event next week at the DuPage County Fairgrounds where they can get job and legal assistance and receive free food, clothing, haircuts and medical exams. The event, Homeless Veterans Stand Down, is intended to serve veterans from DuPage, Kane, Kendall and Will counties. It will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday at 2015 Manchester … [Read more...] about Wheaton event offers assistance to veterans in need