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Long-awaited Eola Road/I-88 interchange opens

The decade-long wait is over for motorists wanting an Eola Road interchange at I-88 in Aurora. Aurora, Naperville, DuPage County and Illinois State Toll Highway Authority officials Friday morning celebrated the completion of the once-stalled project.

Full Story updated 11/20/2009 5:52 PM

Bond lowered for suspect in massive McHenry Co. pot bust

A judge lowered bond Friday for a suburban man charged in connection with a multimillion-dollar marijuana growing operation in McHenry County, but not low enough for him to go free.

Full Story published 11/20/2009 4:09 PM

Director Bruce Ebner discusses 'Oliver!'

I am excited about directing "Oliver!," a popular show with beautiful and familiar music, but on a personal level, it is really more about the honor my peers have given me by trusting me with this responsibility.

Full Story published 11/20/2009 12:03 AM

Wheaton Drama to present musical 'Oliver!'

Wheaton Drama Inc. is presenting "Oliver!" - the musical version of the Charles Dickens classic "Oliver Twist" - with memorable song-and-dance numbers and a large cast that adds new meaning to the phrase family entertainment.

Full Story published 11/20/2009 12:03 AM

Warrenville battery suspect pleads guilty

A 23-year-old Warrenville man who was charged with felony counts of aggravated battery following a fight last December pleaded guilty to a reduced charge Thursday and received two years probation and 180 days in jail.

Full Story published 11/20/2009 12:03 AM

Wheaton forum focuses on achievements, budget cuts

Wheaton's taxing bodies are all feeling the budget pinch these days. But at the same time, work has started on some long-sought projects, students continue to excel in the schools and there will be a Fourth of July celebration next year.

Full Story published 11/20/2009 12:03 AM

Jury to determine fitness of Lisle man accused in stabbing

A Lisle man accused of stabbing a stranger will have his mental fitness determined by a jury. While it's not uncommon for defense attorneys to seek rulings to determine whether their clients understand the charges they're facing and if they can properly help defend themselves.

Full Story updated 11/19/2009 4:04 PM

Naperville school expected to reopen Monday after fire

Naperville's Scott Elementary School is expected to reopen Monday after cleaning crews complete their work in the wake of a fire Friday morning that damaged part of the building.

Full Story updated 11/20/2009 4:52 PM

Curtain rising on 'The Nutcracker' in Downers Grove

Even before people carve a turkey in thanks, the Sugar Plum fairy will be dancing across the stage in Downers Grove.

Full Story published 11/20/2009 12:03 AM

DuPage County briefs

Warrenville poet Bakul Banergee will be featured at a reading from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Nov. 29, at the Brewed Awakening, 19 W. Quincy, Westmont. Freelance writer Beth Stass also will be featured at the reading.

Full Story published 11/20/2009 12:03 AM

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