Residents and business owners on June 27 had the chance to comment on a wireless technology ordinance being considered by the Wheaton City Council. The ordinance would address the growth and expansion of cellular technologies, including small cell sites and distributed antenna systems. The proposed ordinance, which council members previously discussed at their May 9 meeting, … [Read more...] about Wheaton is looking into a Wireless Technology Ordinance
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New Contract for Police Union in Glen Ellyn Gets Approved
Glen Ellyn police officers have a new two-year contract. Village trustees on June 27 approved a contract with the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 202, the union that represents Glen Ellyn police officers below the rank of sergeant. The new contract begins Nov. 1, 2016, and continues through Oct. 31, 2018. The current contract is set to expire at the end of … [Read more...] about New Contract for Police Union in Glen Ellyn Gets Approved
A Glen Ellyn Resident is Participating in a Walk for Kidneys this Weekend
an Kamphuis must spend eight to 10 hours a night hooked up to a dialysis machine as he waits for his next kidney transplant. The 2010 Glenbard West High School graduate was born with kidney disease and received his first kidney transplant from his dad, Gary, when he was 22 months old. To raise money for the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois, the 25-year-old and his … [Read more...] about A Glen Ellyn Resident is Participating in a Walk for Kidneys this Weekend
The Board of Trustees for the College of Dupage just approved a $172.9 Million Budget
The College of DuPage Board of Trustees on June 23 approved a $172.9 million operating budget that assumes a flat tuition rate and operating tax levy. "One of the best things we can do for our students is not raise their tuition," board Chairwoman Deanne Mazzochi said. "This budget is based on best financial practices that reduce costs to our students and taxpayers while … [Read more...] about The Board of Trustees for the College of Dupage just approved a $172.9 Million Budget
A Wheaton Soccer Fan gets a Room Renovation and a Surprise Visit
Madison Beguhul, 6, was taken aback when she arrived home June 16 to find the bedroom she shares with her 3-year-old brother, Matthew, had received a soccer-themed makeover. "I love it!" exclaimed the Wheaton youngster, who is a big soccer fan. But that wasn't the only surprise waiting for her when she got home. World Cup champion and Chicago Red Stars forward … [Read more...] about A Wheaton Soccer Fan gets a Room Renovation and a Surprise Visit
FBI Release Details about Robber in Addison
The Chase Bank at 600 W. Lake in Addison was robbed at 8:27 a.m. June 22. The bank robber is described as a 35- to 45-year-old Hispanic man, 5 feet 7 inches tall with a medium build and black hair, according to the FBI. He was wearing a red and brown checkered shirt, brown shorts and black shoes. The incident is described as a non-takeover bank robbery, and the man … [Read more...] about FBI Release Details about Robber in Addison
A New Ordinance in Glen Ellyn is cracking Down on Underage Drinkers
he Glen Ellyn Police Department has a new tool to address underage drinking. Village trustees on June 20 unanimously approved an ordinance that makes it illegal for anyone under the age of 19 to be at an unsupervised gathering where other minors are unlawfully consuming or beginning to unlawfully consume alcohol. Violators face getting a ticket. Trustee Dean Clark … [Read more...] about A New Ordinance in Glen Ellyn is cracking Down on Underage Drinkers
A West Chicago Program encourages Dads to read to their Kids
Each night, 4-year-old Damian Aviles goes to bed with a book because he knows what's going to happen next: Dad is going to read to him. Damian and his father, Andres Aviles, have been bonding over books ever since their family participated in Fathers Reading Every Day, a new program offered through West Chicago Elementary District 33. The district teamed with West Chicago … [Read more...] about A West Chicago Program encourages Dads to read to their Kids
A Lithium Chloride Spill at the Willy Wonka Factory sends 12 Employees to the Hospital
A chemical spill at the Willy Wonka Candy Factory in DuPage County sent a dozen employees to the hospital Friday morning. Officials say the workers were making Nerds and other popular sweet treats just before 1:30 a.m. in northwest suburban Itasca when a 5-gallon container of lithium chloride spilled. At least 18 employees complained of having problems breathing and 12 were … [Read more...] about A Lithium Chloride Spill at the Willy Wonka Factory sends 12 Employees to the Hospital
A Glen Ellyn Man has been accused of attempting to Murder his Father
Charles Mitchell, of the 600 block of Roosevelt Road, is accused of severely beating his 61-year-old father. He's charged with attempted first-degree murder and two counts of domestic battery. Police said they responded to a domestic violence call at 1:19 a.m. Tuesday at a hotel room Mitchell shared with his father and brother at 677 Roosevelt Road in Glen Ellyn. Upon their … [Read more...] about A Glen Ellyn Man has been accused of attempting to Murder his Father