Eco-summit in Naperville focuses on region’s river network
The region's rivers are on the mend. That's good news for those who live in northern Illinois, and downstream too. The improvement isn't dramatic, however. There is still work to...
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Center stage: Naperville area mosque controversy inspires play
A local Islamic organization's struggle to put down new roots near Naperville provided the impetus for a play scheduled to premiere at downstate Knox College later this month. Set in...
Naperville mulls new rules for renters and landlords
Naperville officials generally agree that tightening regulations on rental properties makes sense. Before they change the rules, however, they say they want to hear what everybody else thinks about the...
Naperville High class of 1950 remains ‘close-knit’ group
Some of the most popular kids will be coming back to town again in June. The Naperville High School alums will have plenty to celebrate. Logging 65 years since graduation...
Hazardous waste drop-off center opening Saturday
Beginning Saturday, residents in and near Naperville will have a new place to bring refuse that can't be hauled away from the curb on garbage collection day. The $1.2 million...
Water Street project up for final OK at Naperville council meeting
The Naperville City Council is scheduled to vote Tuesday on final clearances for the Water Street District redevelopment plan. The project, which has grown in dimension by 23 percent since...
Minister discusses sex trafficking in suburbs
It can't be. Not here. Not in Naperville, right? Wrong. It's a hideous truth that sex trafficking happens, pretty much everywhere. Yes, even here. Ordained minister, tattoo artist and passionate...
Washington Street bridge replacement planned
Traffic through downtown Naperville is on course for considerable slowdown in the 2016 construction season. Bob Kozurek, engineering services manager for the city, said the bridge that takes Washington Street...
Foot powered: The Billion Rising dance supports victims of violence on Valentine’s Day
Violence exacts a steep and painful toll. Multiplied a billion times, the damage can devastate. A yearly gathering in downtown Naperville Thursday spotlighted estimates that one in three women worldwide...
Naperville’s fiscal picture looking less rosy
Naperville's bottom line is under intense scrutiny as the city's portfolio dwindles and its debt continues on an upward trajectory. The municipality's investments and cash reserves, totaling about $180 million...