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Good deals for a good cause

By Marie Wilson mwilson@scn1.com — Sun, 6 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

As 12-year-old Sydney Young of Lisle went through boxes after her family moved, she decided it would be a good idea to have a garage sale.

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Sun, 6 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

1A man raced into Berlin's Madame Tussauds wax museum Saturday and ripped the head off a waxwork of Adolf Hitler, police said.

Vendors take varied paths to Ribfest

By Tim Waldorf twaldorf@scn1.com — Sun, 6 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Ribfest's rib vendors may be reluctant to divulge all of the secrets to their barbecuing success, but, catch them before the crowds hit, and they'll gladly share the stories of how they got their starts.

Festival's best ribs have local flavor

By Marie Wilson mwilson@scn1.com — Sun, 6 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Seventeen rib vendors decorated their Ribfest booths with trophies and posters from past rib cook-offs, but only one was able to add first place for best ribs in 2008 to its collection.

Family makes big move to answer God's call

Sun staff — Sun, 6 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

A Naperville family of four is spending a year working as missionaries in Honduras.

IIT to show film on election fraud

By Paige Winfield pwinfield@scn1.com — Sun, 6 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Election fraud is the topic of a documentary film showing Friday at the Illinois Institute of Technology in Wheaton.

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Third victim in 'fish tale' phone scam

Sun staff — Sun, 6 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

A third Naperville resident has fallen prey to a telephone scam targeting the elderly, a scam in which two of the victims lost more than $9,000, police said Friday.

Suburban residents pay for their lifestyle

By Mary Wisniewski Chicago Sun-Times — Sun, 6 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Living in the suburbs may give you a bigger lawn than living in Chicago. But the bucolic life has gotten more expensive because of high gas prices, according to a recent study.

Local team voted off dance reality show

Sun staff — Sun, 6 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The crew from the suburbs got sent home this week from MTV's reality show, "Randy Jackson Presents: America's Best Dance Crew."

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Sun, 6 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Great Lakes face new invasive threat in quagga mussels

By Andrew Herrmann and Dale Bowman Chicago Sun-Times — Sun, 6 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

On summer days like these, Lake Michigan sparkles in the Midwestern sunshine. But beneath that beautiful blue expanse, an environmental war is raging, born of a quadrillion life-sucking little critters - quagga mussels.

Ducks in road cause rollover crash

Sun-Times News Group — Sun, 6 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Eight ducks crossing a northwest suburban highway are being blamed for a three-car accident involving a serious rollover Friday evening near Palatine.

Vendors tell their tales; recipes stay secret

By Tim Waldorf twaldorf@scn1.com — Sat, 5 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Ribfest�s rib vendors may be reluctant to divulge all of the secrets to their barbecuing success, but, catch them before the crowds hit, and they�ll gladly share the stories of how they got their starts. Before the thousands descended on Friday, four vendors took a moment to dish to our reporter.

Updated: More victims in 'fish tale' phone scam

Sun staff — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The same phone scam that has victimized at least three Naperville residents also has been reported by police in Western Springs.

Probation, detention officers still lack contract with county

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Despite negotiations that began in August 2007, DuPage County probation and youth detention officers are still without a contract.

College of DuPage hosts DePaul transfer session

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Students can enroll at DePaul University instantly at an Accelerated Transfer Admission session from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday at College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd. in Glen Ellyn.

Ribfest sets record

By Paige Winfield pwinfield@scn1.com — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

With beautiful weather and headline acts like Ted Nugent, Ribfest organizers say that the festival set a record Thursday for first-day attendance. About 10,000 to 12,000 people came between noon and 4 p.m.

2 more United Way statues vandalized

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Two more fiberglass sculptures on display as part of an annual Naperville United Way fundraising effort have been found damaged in the city's downtown area.

Man admits having drugs in jail

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

WHEATON -- A Bolingbrook man will not serve any more time behind bars despite being in possession of marijuana during his last jail stint.

Ogden bridge work delayed

Sun staff — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Construction work that was scheduled to begin Monday to replace an Ogden Avenue bridge in Naperville has been pushed back by at least several weeks, the Illinois Department of Transportation said Thursday afternoon.

Man faces child porn charge

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

WHEATON -- A young man from Wheaton is facing felony charges for allegedly swapping child porn images with undercover police on the Internet.

Man gets 180 days in jail for child porn

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

WHEATON -- A Winfield man has pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography.

Former Sen. Jesse Helms is dead

The Associated Press — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Former Sen. Jesse Helms, who built a career along the fault lines of racial politics and battled liberals, Communists and the occasional fellow Republican during 30 conservative years in Congress, died on the Fourth of July.

COD prof earns Fulbright

By Marie Wilson mwilson@scn1.com — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

David Goldberg knows two other professors at the College of DuPage who have won Fulbright Scholarships recently, but he does not think that makes his accomplishment any less important.

Race raises $9,000

Sun staff — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The second annual Tom Schlegel 5K race raised $9,000 to be divided between the Neuqua Valley High School physical education department, the Tom Schlegel Scholarship Fund and the Tom Schlegel Children's Trust.

Horn illustrates impact of rail line

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

It was almost as if it was on cue.

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Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

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Fire leaves family of 7 homeless

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

A fast-spreading fire left a Naperville family of seven homeless Thursday afternoon and did an estimated $75,000 damage to their two-story house on the city's far south side.

Tollway patrols up for holiday weekend

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The Fourth of July is supposed to be about fun and fireworks, not fines.

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Girls found jailed in dad's truck

By William Lee Sun-Times News Group — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

POSEN -- Nothing about the outside of Ricardo Gonzalez's rusting navy-blue pickup truck tells there's a homemade jail inside - where he allegedly encaged his two young daughters.

Craig Stebic, relatives work out children's visitation agreement

By Dan Rozek Chicago Sun-Times — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Lisa Stebic's relatives will be able to visit her two young children under an agreement reached with her estranged husband, attorneys said Thursday.

Five things you need to know today

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Graduate students at the University of Chicago will have to look for new ways to get student loans because the university is cutting ties with Illinois' student loan agency.

Area man arrested with $5 million in pot

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

A man from Naperville's northwest side remained jailed Wednesday night on a $2 million cash bond, after being stopped on an Ohio highway with nearly $5 million worth of high-grade marijuana in his car, authorities said.

New: Local dance crew sent home from reality show

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The crew from the suburbs got sent home this week from MTV's reality show, "Randy Jackson Presents: America's Best Dance Crew." Naperville-based Xtreme Dance Force survived for three weeks of competition.

New: Man, 18, faces child porn charge

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Stebic visitation agreement reached

Sun-Times News Group — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Lisa Stebic�s relatives will be able to visit her two young children under an agreement reached with her estranged husband, attorneys said Thursday.

Man gets 180 days in jail for child porn

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

A Winfield man has pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography. Mark A. Stolte, will have to register as a sex offender for at least the next 10 years, serve 180 days in the DuPage County Jail, followed by 30 months sex-offender probation.

Man pleads guilty for having drugs in jail

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Beams held up: Ogden bridge work delayed

Sun staff — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Parade honors neighborhood heroes

Sun staff — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

A Naperville subdivision is inviting city residents to take part in a parade that will honor two of the neighborhood's heroic residents.

Durbin lauds groups for helping pass GI Bill

By Marie Wilson mwilson@scn1.com — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Members of Naperville veterans' organizations and the City Council got an announcement from U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin on Wednesday that the new GI Bill has officially become law.

Rock 'n' ribs: Chairman upbeat as fest begins

By Tim Waldorf twaldorf@scn1.com — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Even word that wet weather was probably on the way Wednesday evening couldn't dampen Ribfest Chairman Don Emery's spirits as he met with vendors that afternoon in preparation for the festival's kickoff. The festival of music, food and carnival rides begins Thursday and runs through Sunday.

Park District art contest deadline is extended

Sun staff — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The city of Naperville and the Naperville Park District are extending the Community Art Contest deadline to July 14.

Program aims to get veterans re-acclimated

By Paige Winfield pwinfield@scn1.com — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Four military veterans are fighting a war inside a 110-year-old Victorian-style home in downtown Wheaton. The veterans, who are in their 40s and 50s, live in the Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans - a transitional home that opened 18 months ago to help retired servicemen struggling with substance abuse and homelessness to get back on their feet.

Detective: Suspect blew pot smoke in puppy's face

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

WHEATON -- The man who stole a puppy from a Naperville pet store wasn't charged with cruelty to animals, but prosecutors say he should have been.

Ogden work starts Monday

Sun staff — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Contractors on Monday are scheduled to start work on a bridge project that will see busy Ogden Avenue in Naperville reduced to one lane in each direction for about four months.

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Alleged bomber 'The Bishop' fails to get bond

By Mike Robinson The Associated Press — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

CHICAGO -- A federal judge reversed a lower court decision Wednesday and refused to set bond for an Iowa man accused of sending threats and two pipe bombs to brokerages to various U.S. locations, including Naperville, and signing himself "The Bishop."

Edward prefers original plan instead of women's hospital

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Naperville-based Edward Hospital officials believe Plainfield still needs a full-service hospital, despite entertaining an idea for a women's hospital at a state board meeting this week.

Five things you need to know today

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

An environmental research and advocacy group contends that most name-brand sunscreens are insufficiently effective or potentially unsafe.

New: Prosecutors: Thief getting dog high is abuse

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The man who stole a puppy from a Naperville pet store wasn�t charged with cruelty to animals, but prosecutors say he should have been.

Pair charged with pimping teens in Downers Grove

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Two young men from Bolingbrook have been charged with running a prostitution scheme from a Downers Grove hotel. A DuPage County grand jury has indicted Ivan I. Atilano, 22, and Brandon M. Spain, 20, each with one felony count of juvenile pimping, a Class 1 felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison.

City details parking, shuttle services for Ribfest

Sun staff — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Naperville is reminding Ribfest visitors about street closures, parking restrictions and shuttle services available this week. Ribfest takes place Thursday through Sunday in Knoch Park.

Police Academy accepting applicants

Sun staff — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Applications are being accepted for the fall 2008 session of the Naperville Police Department's Citizen's Police Academy.

Teen, mom LOL over texting competition win

By Tim Waldorf twaldorf@scn1.com — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

There's been a change in attitude toward text messaging in the Rach household since Father's Day. That's when Megan, a 14-year-old sophomore at Neuqua Valley High School, won the Chicago regional competition in the LG National Texting Championship. Megan's victory qualified her to compete in the national competition to be held July 19 in New York.

Vandalism suspects arrested

Sun staff — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Bolingbrook police detectives have arrested two 19-year-old Bolingbrook men believed responsible for numerous acts of vandalism and graffiti to homes, fences, vehicles, and streets in the Fernwood neighborhood.

Seizing vehicles latest weapon to fight DUIs

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

If you drink and drive in Naperville, you will lose your ride. Since the start of the year, the city has seized 78 vehicles for drunken driving and other felony offenses and the efforts will continue throughout the long holiday weekend. "We take about five a week off the streets of Naperville," Police Chief David Dial said Tuesday.

Forest district to add research facility

Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

WHEATON -- After additional debate and discussion, DuPage County forest commissioners agreed to house a new urban stream research center on the northeast corner of the Cenacle property in Warrenville.

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Man with toxin questioned about hitman

Chicago Sun-Times — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

ROCKFORD -- The McHenry County man arrested with puffer fish toxin in the northwest suburbs on Monday may have been looking for a hitman.

Edward might instead build women's hospital in Plainfield

Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

SPRINGFIELD -- Edward Hospital may have a chance to start building in Plainfield with a women's hospital.

Five things you need to know today

Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Penguin populations are ailing due to global warming, ocean oil pollution, depleted fisheries, tourism and development, scientists say.

EJ&E sale foes seek Congressional help

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Hoping to stop in its tracks Canadian National Railway's plan to acquire the Elgin, Joliet and Eastern Railway, area leaders are looking to Congress for some help.

New: Police arrest 2 for vandalism

Sun staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

New: Fuel prices may mean fewer holiday travelers

Sun-Times News Group — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Locals building momentum in EJ&E sale fight

By Dan Campana dcampana@scn1.com — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert and Aurora Mayor Tom Weisner and other city officials met today and watched traffic at a busy rail crossing on Aurora's East Side. It was part of their evaluation of the public safety and traffic implications of a proposed purchase by Canadian National Railway.

FBI investigates hit man tip in toxin arrest

Sun-Times News Group With Staff Reports — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

A Lake in the Hills man arrested with puffer fish toxin in Algonquin on Monday may have been looking for a hitman. Edward F. Bachner IV was questioned by the FBI in 2006 about e-mail messages soliciting the killing of a Chicago area woman. He told agents, �I was bored. I had no intent,� according to an FBI affidavit released Tuesday morning. Bachner, 35, was arrested Monday in Algonquin after accepting a package containing tetrodotoxin.

Hard times for animals

By Marie Wilson mwilson@scn1.com — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

More people are citing financial difficulties when giving up their pets to local animal shelters, officials say.

Five things you need to know today

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

1Lodamin, a drug developed using nanotechnology, and a fungus that contaminated a lab experiment may be broadly effective against a range of cancers, U.S. researchers reported on Sunday.

Pass gets you 3 local attractions for 1 price

Sun staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The Naperville Park District is offering a new opportunity for residents and guests to visit three great local attractions at one low price.

City Council cancels meeting

Sun staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Due to the Fourth of July holiday this week, there will be no Naperville City Council meeting today.

Naperville mansion could be on last legs

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Adolph Hammerschmidt built his flamboyant, Victorian-pattern home at 432 E. Chicago Ave. in about 1893 near downtown Naperville. It has since become one of Naperville's most-recognized structures, historians say. But the historic home's current owners say it needs nearly $500,000 in repairs, and the house's future is uncertain.

Hammer and anvil

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Paul Susa, one of Naper Settlement's volunteer blacksmiths, works a spoon that he was crafting out of a chunk of metal. "It is pretty much dead as a trade, it is really just a hobby now to the guys who still do it," Susa said.

Guilty plea, probation in psychic scam

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The husband of a married couple accused of running a psychic scam from their Naperville home has admitted his guilt. Eric Tan, 34, pleaded guilty to one count of possession of fraudulent identification last week in DuPage County Circuit Court in Wheaton, for which he has been sentenced to two years probation and ordered to pay $2,960 in court costs and fines.

Madigan advises home buyers to review Countrywide loans

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The Illinois attorney general's office is encouraging homeowners with a Countrywide Financial Corp. loan to seek professional help if they're questioning the terms of their loan.

Auction aids youth group

Sun staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

"That Old Time Rock 'n' Roll" is the theme of Naperville-based NCO Youth & Family Services dinner auction at 5:30 p.m. July 23 at Abbington Banquets in Glen Ellyn.

Panel defers Edward's plan for Plainfield hospital

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Edward Hospital�s proposal for a new hospital in Plainfield was deferred Tuesday until Aug. 12-13 by the Illinois Health Facilities Planning Board. It was the Naperville-based hospital�s third try for approval from the board. The health board�s acting chairwoman suggested that Edward officials look at making the proposed Plainfield facility a hospital for women.

Police department adds meth program

Sun Staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The Naperville Police Department has collaborated with the Partnership for a Drug-Free America to better fight meth in the Naperville community.

18-year-old dies following crash with trucks

Sun-Times News Group — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

PLAINFIELD -- Police continue to investigate a three-vehicle traffic crash in Plainfield last week that resulted in the death of an 18-year-old Chicago woman.

Sister Cities panel seeks members

Sun staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The Naperville Sister Cities Commission is looking to fill five vacancies on the commission.

Riders can bike Fermi at night

Sun staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Bicyclists can enjoy a moonlit, pedal-powered view of the seldom-accessible grounds of Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia during the Naperville-based Conservation Foundation's annual Chase the Moon Midnight Bike Ride.

Event to help fund Little Friends programs

Sun staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Naperville-based Little Friends Inc. is teaming up with bd's Mongolian Grill to host a Guest Griller night July 10 at the restaurant's downtown Naperville location, 221 S. Washington St.

Meet CBS2 Chicago personalities at Ribfest

Sun staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Visitors to Naperville's Ribfest this week can stop by and visit with on-air personalities from CBS2 Chicago, which will be broadcasting live from Knoch Park all four days of Ribfest.

Young man's joy shone in community

By Patrick Mooney pmooney@scn1.com — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Zamarri Doby told his mother to leave the McDonald's double cheeseburger and crispy chicken sandwich in the microwave - he would eat it once he returned home on Sunday night.

Blood donors urged to give during July

Sun staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Type O-negative blood supplies have plummeted to levels that are well below what is needed at local hospitals, according to a release from Heartland Blood Centers.

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Metra to expand service for holiday fireworks

Sun staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Metra will offer additional train service for those attending the Grant Park fireworks celebration Thursday - traditionally the commuter railroad's busiest day of the year.

Register automatic external defibrillators with city

Sun staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The city of Naperville wants to remind all facilities and individuals who may be in possession of an automated external defibrillator that, per state law, they must notify the city that they have this device.

Rotary bike ride is Aug. 3

Sun staff — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The 12th annual Naperville Sunrise Rotary Club Century Bike Ride has been scheduled for Aug. 3.

Never a dull moment at the 27th annual Heritage Festival

By Eva McKendrick emckendrick@scn1.com — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Downers Grove kept tradition alive for a 27th year with the village's annual Heritage Festival from Thursday to Sunday.

Even Cavalcade goes green

By David Sharos Special to The Sun — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Longevity has its merits, and when an event is backed by a 50-year history, you can expect that many people would sit up and take notice.

Residents return after Plainfield evacuations

Sun-Times News Group — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

PLAINFIELD -- About 100 residents who were evacuated after a gas line break in Plainfield on Monday morning received the OK to return to their homes later that day.

Edward Hospital bid before board today

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Naperville-based Edward Hospital officials are thinking positive about their third try for approval to build a new hospital in Plainfield.

Funding re-energizes Fermilab

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

BATAVIA -- As President Bush signed a supplemental budget resolution Monday, securing millions more for scientific research, employees at Fermilab breathed a sigh of relief.

Following crash, man takes fatal leap

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

JOLIET TOWNSHIP -- A man apparently jumped to his death while trying to evade the long arm of the law Monday.

'Meaningful enhancement'

By Karen Goveia Special to The Beacon News — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

When 17-year-old Kyle Meyers of Naperville heard that a small church in Aurora needed help with a landscaping project, he knew he'd be a perfect match for the job.

UPDATE: All clear for evacuated Plainfield residents

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

About 100 residents who were evacuated from their neighborhood this morning after a construction crew broke a gas line have been cleared to return home.

Man jumps to his death after police chase

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A man apparently jumped to his death from a bridge in Joliet Township while trying to evade the long arm of the law Monday.

Five things to know

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

1The number of civilians killed in fighting between insurgents and security forces in Afghanistan has soared by two-thirds in the first half of this year, to almost 700 people, a senior U.N. official said Sunday.

Photography exhibit highlights shots of Naperville architecture

Sun staff — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

An exhibit of Stuart Meyer's photography highlighting architecture in downtown Naperville will be on display through July 28 at Art and Frame Naperville, 702 W. Fifth Ave.

Park District sets dance auditions

Sun staff — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The Naperville Park District Dance Program will hold an informational meeting on coming auditions for "The Love for Three Oranges" from 10 to 11 a.m. July 12 in Room 123 of the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center, 305 Jackson Ave.

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Recycling drive sees increase

Sun staff — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Naperville's recent second annual recycling event collected more materials than last year's effort.

Court dispositions

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The following court records of charges that originated in Naperville were provided by the circuit clerk's office. James P. Barriball, 30, 2436 White Rose Drive, Montgomery: DUI - closing dismissal; driving with license revoked - closing dismissal.

Local projects 'held hostage' during feud

By Tim Waldorf twaldorf@scn1.com — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Local Republican legislators say the ongoing struggle for power among Democratic leaders in Springfield is holding up passage of a desperately needed statewide construction program. Rep. Jim Meyer, R-Naperville, says that during "infighting" between House Speaker Mike Madigan and the governor, a massive capital programs bill is being "held hostage."

Raging Waves water park eases into opening mode

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

YORKVILLE -- It has that "there it is" factor.

New state laws take effect Tuesday

Sun-Times News Group — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Gov. Rod R. Blagojevich on Sunday reminded Illinois residents of new laws that take effect Tuesday.

Arboretum open house a success

By Lauren Olson lolson@scn1.com — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The afternoon looked like a postcard: the sun was shining in a pure blue, puffy-white-clouded sky, and smiling people of all ages crowded around and beneath a large white tent surrounded by nature's artwork for The Morton Arboretum's first open house for members.

Consultant gets probation for faking signatures

By Dan Rozek Chicago Sun-Times — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A veteran political consultant convicted of submitting forged signatures on nominating petitions avoided a jail term Friday when a DuPage County judge instead sentenced him to probation and community service work.

Soaked in summer fun

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

It is likely the only outdoor activity where rain isn't such a bad thing. After all, the event is called "Water Works." But it was all play for the nearly 70 children who attended the Naperville Park District's weekly Friday Fling at the Riverwalk Grand Pavilion. Several sprinklers were set up, along with multiple slip and slides. A variety of water-related games were played.

Five things you need to know today

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

1Registered sex offenders convicted of crimes involving children no longer will be allowed to use social networking sites under a new Indiana state law that takes effect next week, officials said Friday.

Driver critical after trucks, car collide in Plainfield

Sun-Times News Group — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A woman was in critical condition after a semi truck hauling gasoline T-boned the car she was driving and also struck a box truck hauling milk Friday morning in Plainfield.

Rash of burglaries in Wheaton

Sun-Times News Group — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

WHEATON -- Two home burglaries and one attempted burglary have been reported in the past week in Wheaton.

Naperville dance troupe advances on MTV show

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

So they think they can dance.

State to hear plan for Edward

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

State regulators Tuesday are scheduled to hear the latest proposal for Naperville-based Edward Hospital to build a full-service hospital in Plainfield.

Restaurant hit by virus reopens

Sun staff — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The American Grill restaurant at Arrowhead Golf Club was scheduled to reopen Friday, a week after a norovirus outbreak reportedly sickened 100 people and forced the restaurant to close.

Grand jury grills Peterson son, 15

By Dan Rozek Chicago Sun-Times — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Drew Peterson criticized authorities for calling his 15-year-old son before the grand jury investigating the October disappearance of Peterson's fourth wife and the 2004 death of his third wife.

Protest aims to put 'chainers' in doghouse

By Paige Winfield pwinfield@scn1.com — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Metal chains hung from the necks of 10-year-old Samantha Ahlman of Naperville and her aunt, Julie Ferguson, as they sat cross-legged in front of a large doghouse Saturday afternoon.

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Radio show to Bounce through Naperville

Sun staff — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The Family Friendly WBGL Morning Show with Jeff & Pam, broadcast on Christian music station 104.7 FM, is bringing the Backyard Bounce - a free event featuring giant inflatables for children - to Naperville.

Police Blotter

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

These are incidents reported by the Naperville Police Department. Where charges have been filed, the report includes when and where the suspect was stopped or taken into custody and the nature of the charges.

State urged to get out of death-penalty limbo

By Nguyen Huy Vu The Associated Press — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

SPRINGFIELD -- When then-Gov. George Ryan took the extraordinary step of emptying Illinois' death row over fears that an innocent person could be executed, he urged lawmakers to reform the death penalty.

Airport, EJ&E deal clears runways for expansion

The Post-Tribune — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

GARY -- Gary/Chicago International Airport and the railroads that share its space have reached a preliminary agreement to move the tracks, the airport announced Friday.

Consultant gets probation for faking petition signatures

By Dan Rozek CHICAGO SUN-TIMES — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Rash of burglaries in Wheaton

Sun-Times News Group — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Two home burglaries and one attempted burglary have been reported during the past week in Wheaton.

Tollway commits to Eola Road interchange

By Dan Campana and Matt Hanley The Beacon News — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The long-sought Eola Road interchange on Interstate 88 could start to become reality later this year after a joint agreement was reached by state and local officials.

PETERSON: Authorities question 15-year-old son

By Dan Rozek / Sun-Times News Group — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Drew Peterson criticized authorities for calling his 15-year-old son before the grand jury investigating the October disappearance of Peterson�s fourth wife and the 2004 death of his third wife.

Multi-vehicle crash in Plainfield

STNG Wire — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A woman is in critical condition after a semi truck hauling gasoline T-boned the car she was driving and also struck a box truck hauling milk Friday morning in Plainfield.

New: Naperville dance troupe advances on MTV show

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

New: State to hear Edward plan Tuesday

By Bob Okon — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

New: Restaurant hit by virus reopens

Sun staff — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Road cleared after crash in Plainfield

STNG Wire reports — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Emergency personnel have cleared the road of a multi-vehicle crash early Friday in Plainfield. The three-vehicle crash happened near Essington Road and Route 126 about 5:50 a.m., a Plainfield fire department firefighter said.

Five things you need to know today

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

1Hollywood actors may strike at the end of June if talks between unions and major film studios fail to resolve a dispute over pay and conditions.

Carlsen vies for two city manager posts

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

While the city of Naperville started its national search this week for candidates to fill its city manager position, a Naperville administrator learned he is a finalist for the city manager job with another municipality.

Judge orders Dugan murder case sealed

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

WHEATON -- A DuPage County judge has ordered Brian Dugan's case sealed.

Choose DuPage wants more jobs for county

By Paige Winfield pwinfield@scn1.com — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

OAK BROOK -- Green ceiling lights matched the logo, "Choose DuPage; It's all here," that covered four large screens in each corner of the Oak Brook Doubletree Hotel ballroom Thursday.

Raffle gives winners up-front view of Naperville fireworks

Sun staff — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Some 20 lucky people will be watching Naperville's Fourth of July fireworks from near the top of the 160-foot-tall Moser Tower that houses the Millennium Carillon.

Professor wins Fulbright Scholarship

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Anil Gulati began applying for a scholarship about a year ago, and when he received it, he became the first faculty member from Midwestern University to be named a Fulbright Scholar.

Commissioners working out deal with retreat consultant

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Naperville Park District commissioners will soon participate in a board development retreat, but first they have to iron out the details of the contract with the consultant helping them in the matter.

Narcotics agents testify Vilim never worked as informant

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

His attorneys contend Naperville resident Michael R. Vilim was working as an informant for Illinois State Police when he was arrested nearly two years ago on narcotics-trafficking charges. Prosecutors scoff that Vilim's claim is a convenient excuse for his having been arrested and charged with selling $1 million worth of cocaine.

Summer mowing could leave you gassed

By Rena Fulka SouthtownStar — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Maintaining a neatly trimmed yard will be a bit more expensive this year thanks to rising petroleum prices.

Strategy key at area paintball tournament

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A national paintball tournament is attracting hundreds of participants and spectators to Bolingbrook this week. The 2008 Chicago Open is taking place at Veteran's Park on Lindsey Lane. Fans can watch from behind high net screens while players pelt each other with stinging projectiles.

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County forest district hires own prosecutor

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Calling it an experimental position, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has hired its own prosecutor.

A summer full of shows

By Jessi Virtusio The Southtown Star — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Although some are wondering whether this summer at the First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre will be the Tinley Park venue's last, officials prefer to focus on a packed season of shows.

Judge orders Dugan murder case sealed

By Jennifer Golz, jgolz@scn1.com — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Judge George Bakalis ordered Brian Dugan's entire case impounded after a story in a regional newspaper published specific expenses and defense tactics from an already impounded document. Dugan, 51, is accused of the 1983 kidnapping, rape and murder of 10-year-old Jeanine Nicarico from her Naperville home.

Tollway commits to Eola Road interchange

BY SUN-TIMES NEWS GROUP — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Work could start as early as this year on an Interstate 88 interchange at Eola Road.

Teen's body found near Yorkville dam

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Charlie Hughes and his friends gathered at Hudson Crossing Park on Washington Street smoking one cigarette after another Wednesday afternoon. Hours earlier, the body of their friend, 18-year-old Robbie Funston of Montgomery, was found floating in the swollen Fox River near the Yorkville dam, almost 6.6 miles from where he was last seen swimming in Oswego on Sunday.

New: Tollway postpones Naperville Road work

Sun staff — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Work that was scheduled to cause lane reductions and temporary closures of Naperville Road at the Reagan Memorial Tollway Thursday and Friday nights has been postponed.

Route 31 open after truck crash

BY BEACON NEWS STAFF — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Route 31 was closed to traffic for almost seven hours starting at about 7:15 a.m. Thursday after a semi-truck overturned while exiting eastbound Route 30 in Montgomery. The intersection opened at about 2 p.m. The truck driver was cited with transporting an unsafe load.

New: Wheaton Academy on lockdown

STNG Wire reports — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Wheaton Academy, a private high school, was put on lockdown Thursday morning as West Chicago police searched for a suicidal man with a knife in a nearby subdivision.

Five things to know

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

1The World Health Organization is sending doctors worldwide a surgery safety checklist, saying half the complications resulting from major surgery might be preventable.

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Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Honor Flight offers glimpse of WWII Memorial

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The maiden voyage of Chicago's Honor Flight took off June 11 to the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. It has been more than two weeks since Bob Christensen returned from that trip, and he's still grinning from ear-to-ear.

Veteran gets free flight to visit war memorials

By Paige Winfield pwinfield@scn1.com — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

John Zeilstra, 83, couldn't wait for his whirlwind 18-hour trip to begin. The World War II veteran and Naperville resident greatly anticipated his flight to Washington, D.C., where he and dozens of other area veterans got to see the major war memorials.

Metea construction bids less than anticipated

By Tim Waldorf twaldorf@scn1.com — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Even though one bid overshot Indian Prairie School District 204's estimates by $4 million, overall, bids for Metea Valley High School construction costs are coming in $4 million less than anticipated.

Cops warn: Slow down, buckle up

Sun staff — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Naperville police are warning Washington Street motorists to slow down and buckle up.

Boy hit by ball at the Cell won't need surgery

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

On June 25, Larry and Jenny Cox of Glen Ellyn got good news: Their son, Griffin wouldn't have to undergo brain surgery. Griffin was hit on the head June 4 by a baseball as the Chicago White Sox had batting practice at U.S. Cellular Field. The child had been diagnosed with two skull fractures, internal bleeding and fluid buildup.

Jaycees donate to Edward Foundation

Sun staff — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Naperville Jaycees will present a $4,500 check Thursday to the Edward Foundation for the Care Center at Edward Hospital, which helps children, teens and special-needs adults who have been sexually abused and require especially sensitive care.

August trial set for suspect in Naperville killing

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

JOLIET -- The first of five men accused of killing Naperville resident John Rosales will face a jury before summer's end.

Roadhouse donating funds from Cubs gear

By Lauren Olson lolson@scn1.com — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Naperville-area Cubs fans who are geared up after the North Siders dominated the first series of the Crosstown Classic have a chance to take home some Cubs memorabilia at a local restaurant while helping charitable causes.

Motorcyclist killed in collision with pickup

Sun-Times News Group — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

HOMER GLEN -- A 23-year-old man was killed Tuesday night when the motorcycle he was riding struck a pickup in Will County.

Bomb suspect 'The Bishop' may be released

Chicago Sun-Times — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A man known as "The Bishop," accused of mailing pipe bombs and threatening letters to various U.S. locations, including Naperville, could be let out of jail as he awaits trial if a lower judge's ruling is upheld.

Man gets prison for preparing bogus tax returns

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

CHICAGO -- An income-tax preparer from Naperville was sentenced Wednesday to 6 1/2 years in federal prison for failing to file tax returns or filing false returns on behalf of himself and unwitting clients during a three-year period.

County allocates more funds for anti-crime groups

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The issue: Money from traffic tickets going to the fund had steadily decreased over the last few years, after the Illinois Legislature changed the way traffic fines are dispersed. When County Board member Mike Connelly called attention to the matter, other board members agreed that the county should directly send money to the fund.

Fair revamps music lineup

By Paige Winfield pwinfield@scn1.com — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Christian, country and kids' music entertainers are booked to take the stage this year at the DuPage County Fair, where organizers hope they will help to end a recent lag in fair attendance.

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Construction to shift I-Pass lanes

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Starting this morning, drivers passing through the Aurora toll plaza in the westbound lanes of Interstate 88 should find a new lane configuration.

Granny who yelled at R. Kelly's jury freed

Sun-Times News Group — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A fan who shouted "Free R. Kelly!" at the R&B star's jury last month was freed from jail Wednesday after pleading guilty to contempt of court. Grandmother of six, Debra Triplets, 48, spent 34 days in the Cook County Jail after yelling the slogan twice at the jury outside an elevator at the Criminal Courts building.

Countrywide Financial accused of 'toxic' lending

By Ashley M. Heher The Associated Press — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

CHICAGO -- Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan filed a lawsuit against the nation's largest mortgage lender Wednesday, claiming it marketed "toxic products" to thousands of unsuspecting home buyers in an attempt to boost its fortunes on Wall Street.

Montgomery teen�s body recovered

Beacon News staff — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The body of 18-year-old Robert Funston was found this morning in the Fox River Dam in Yorkville. The body was found 6.6 miles southwest of Oswego, where he disappeared in the Fox River Sunday afternoon.

August trial set for suspect in Naperville murder

By Jennifer Golz — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Naperville cops warn: Slow down, buckle up

Sun staff — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Tax preparer from Naperville gets 6 years for fraud

By Bill Bird — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Two suspects arrested after bank robbery

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

JOLIET � The wind took away some of an alleged robber�s windfall Wednesday morning. Police took the rest. At 8:35 a.m., employees at First Midwest Bank, 1415 W. Jefferson St. activated a holdup alarm, bringing police to the scene. Within eight minutes, two men were arrested and most of the money recovered.

Black's conviction upheld

Sun-Times News Group — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Former media tycoon Conrad Black�s fraud conviction was upheld Wednesday on appeal.

Research center gets preliminary nod

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Plans to build an urban stream research center on the Cenacle retreat property received the early blessing of Forest Preserve District of DuPage County officials Tuesday.

Judge: Police can't keep Craig Stebic's firearms

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

JOLIET -- A judge agreed Tuesday to return Craig Stebic's guns.

Schillerstrom fills water commission vacancies

By Paige Winfield pwinfield@scn1.com — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Two DuPage County Board members will take seats on the DuPage Water Commission next month.

Meeting scheduled on Ogden grant program

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Today's Ogden Avenue Corridor information meeting should be of interest to business owners, landowners and other stakeholders in Naperville's most economically viable areas that is subject to change over the next year.

Virus culprit in sickening 100 at club

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A common food-borne virus called norovirus is the flu-like bug that has sickened 100 people at Arrowhead Golf Club in Wheaton, the DuPage County Health Department said. Laboratory tests confirmed the finding Tuesday. The Wheaton Park District closed the restaurant and bar Friday and will keep them closed until they are cleaned and inspected.

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Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Saturday, June 21

Friends find it hard to say goodbye to missing teen

By Erika Wurst The Beacon News — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

OSWEGO -- Robbie Funston's friends are holding onto every ounce of hope they can muster.

Chase: 86-year-old will get her money

By Annie Sweeney Chicago Sun-Times — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

By early Tuesday, news of 86-year-old Jessie McDonald's fight to get her money back from Chase Bank had reached Washington.