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Robert Bevis, owner of Law Weapons & Supply in Naperville, speaks in opposition to a proposed ban on the sale of assault rifles during a Naperville City Council meeting in July.

Naperville gun shop owner says he’s prepared to take on the state over ban on semi-automatic weapons sales

January 12, 2023 at 2:01 p.m.

A gun shop owner challenging Naperville's ban on assault rifles vows he will fight a new state law that immediately prohibits the sale of semi-automatic firearms and high-capacity magazines. Robert...

Italian, BBQ and salad restaurants sprouting up in downtown Naperville — and how about a new cookie shop for dessert?

January 10, 2023 at 6:46 p.m.

Three new restaurants and a cookie bakery are setting up shop in downtown Naperville. Sweetgreen, a fast-casual restaurant serving salads, is scheduled to open this spring at 223 S. Main...

Recreational marijuana sales in Naperville likely have hit a plateau, mayor says

January 10, 2023 at 3:06 p.m.

Recreational marijuana sales at dispensaries in Naperville likely have plateaued in the city and the state, according to the mayor. In 2022, Illinois logged recreational cannabis sales of $1.55 billion,...

Francesca’s Passaggio in Naperville out of business after 17-year run on Route 59

January 8, 2023 at 8:20 a.m.

Francesca's Passaggio on Route 59 near 95th Street in Naperville has closed. The Italian restaurant featuring cuisine from Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio was part...

Nautical Bowls, specializing in ‘superfood’ meals and treats, to open its first Chicago-area shop in Naperville

January 8, 2023 at 8:20 a.m.

Husband and wife Doug and Caitlin Amundson want to give folks a healthier, fruitier alternative to fast food and frozen treats by opening the first Chicago-area Nautical Bowls shop in...

Ukrainian truck driver living in Naperville in critical condition after being hit by semi during winter storm

January 9, 2023 at 12:31 p.m.

Crowdfunding as of Friday had raised more than $53,000 to help a 50-year-old Ukrainian native living in Naperville after he was struck by a semitractor-trailer during the Dec. 22 winter...

Judge knocks McDaniel off Naperville council ballot but Stephens to remain a mayoral candidate

January 6, 2023 at 5:09 p.m.

Naperville City Council candidate Derek McDaniel was bumped from the ballot in the upcoming election but mayoral candidate Tiffany Stephens' name will remain, a DuPage judge ruled Friday. Judge Craig...

Carilloneur Tim Sleep, left, and assistant carilloneur Sue Bergren play a duet on the Millennium Carillon in Naperville on Memorial Day in 2017. Sleep has not played the instrument since in 2020 because the tower was shut down for repairs.

Millennium Carillon bells to finally ring again once Naperville signs off on Moser Tower work

January 5, 2023 at 1:06 p.m.

Melodious chimes from Naperville's Millennium Carillon will be a harbinger of spring this year with the completion of the Moser Tower repair project. The 72 bells have been silent for...

Fat Rosie’s plans fiesta at new Naperville location; fifth Halsted Deli and new wellness studios opening

January 3, 2023 at 3:33 p.m.

A grand opening fiesta is planned Jan. 12 to celebrate Fat Rosie's Taco and Tequila Bar's new 8,500-square-foot location in downtown Naperville. The family-friendly taqueria opened its doors last month...

Naperville’s entertainment schedule chock-full of special events from late February through December

December 30, 2022 at 2:42 p.m.

Naperville will be home to 40 special events in the coming year that reflect the city's history, the arts, sports and multicultural heritage. The Naperville City Council has approved a...

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