St. Charles Police Seek Woman in Armed Robbery at St. Charles Mini Mart
Authorities are searching for a woman accused of robbing a convenience store in St. Charles on Sunday evening. The incident occurred around 8 p.m. at the Mini Mart located at…
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State Senator Karina Villa Provides Key Information on Interacting with Immigration Enforcement
Illinois State Senator Karina Villa (D), who represents West Chicago, recently included valuable information in her newsletter to assist residents concerned about interactions with immigration enforcement officials. Recognizing the importance…
Winfield Wayne Area Youth Services (WAYS) Seek Donations For Auction
Winfield Wayne Area Youth Services (WAYS), a small non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the community through affordable social services, is seeking donations for its upcoming silent auction fundraiser. The event,…
Geneva Man Accused of Double Homicide in Geneva Will Remain Detained
Geneva Man Accused of Killing Girlfriend and Her Son Denied Pretrial Release A Geneva man charged in the brutal slayings of his girlfriend and her 13-year-old son was ordered to…
From The Editor’s Desk: Life Doesn’t Happen In A Vacuum
From the Editor’s Desk Here at The West Chicago Voice, our focus is and always will be our cherished hometown of WeGo. We are dedicated to championing its stories, celebrating…
January Highlights Local Human Trafficking Arrests Amid Awareness Month
January marks Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and recent arrests in DuPage County and beyond serve as sobering reminders that human trafficking is not just a big city issue but one…
DuPage County Launches Traffic Safety Survey to Improve Road Safety
DuPage County has launched its Safety Action Plan engagement site, inviting residents to play an active role in shaping the future of traffic safety in their communities. As part of…
Morton Arboretum Hosts Amazing Chocolate Weekend
Visit the Arboretum from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 1 and 2, for the annual Chocolate Weekend expo event. Sample an array of chocolate confections…
Chicago Man Receives 18 Year Sentence For Two Separate Crimes In Neighboring Wheaton
A Villa Park man was sentenced Tuesday to 18 years in prison for his convictions in two separate cases involving illegal firearm possession and a violent home invasion in Wheaton….
Coffee With The Mayor Returns January 25
Don’t miss out on an opportunity to meet with Mayor Ruben Pineda in an informal setting this month. West Chicago residents are invited to connect with Mayor Ruben Pineda during…
Don’t Miss Donizetti’s Delightful Comedy Opera at the MAC
Enjoy an evening of romance, laughter, and exquisite music as the Belushi Performance Hall at the College of DuPage hosts The Elixir of Love, a charming comic opera by Donizetti….
Edwin Riffel Selander Obituary
Edwin Riffel Selander was born on January 9, 1932, and entered Heaven on December 30th, 2024. There was a small family graveside service per his humble wishes. The family is…
Severe Cold Weather Advisory Issued for West Chicago and Surrounding Areas
West Chicago, Ill. — The National Weather Service has issued a Cold Weather Advisory for central, east central, north central, and northeast Illinois, including West Chicago, from 6 p.m. Sunday…
Jaxon Romeo Maya Gill Obituary
Jaxon Romeo Maya Gill, age 17, passed away on January 6, 2025. A Celebration of Jaxon’s life will be held on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30…
Winter/Spring Semester Begins Soon: College of DuPage Classes and Orientation Details
As winter wanes, it’s time to prepare for the fresh opportunities that spring brings! Spring classes at the College of DuPage begin Monday, January 27, with additional sessions starting February…
Holiday Tree Disposal Reminder
Residents are reminded that starting today, holiday trees will require one refuse sticker to be collected and disposed of as regular garbage. Last week, Christmas trees were picked up at…
Estate Sale In Geneva : Conducted By Tinkerbell’s Estate Sales
Estate sale •3 day sale • Starts Friday Conducted Tinkerbell Estate Sales Address: Available Jan. 16 on website (click HERE) or call (815) 546-2867 Description & Details We Accept All…
Local Class This Weekend: Create Custom Fused Plant Stakes at Gallery 200
Local Class This Weekend: Create Custom Fused Plant Stakes at Gallery 200 WEST CHICAGO — Gallery 200 invites you to explore your creative side with their Fused Plant Stakes art…
Bundle Up With Books: A Winter Reading Challenge Continues- West Chicago Public Library
Bundle Up With Books: A Winter Reading Challenge Continues- West Chicago Public Library Dates: 12/1 – 2/28 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Event Details: Cozy up with a book in…
Jobs: DuPage County Seeking Assistant Public Defender – and Assistant Public Defender Pre-License Attorney
Position Title: Assistant Public Defender Job Code: 2132 Department: Public Defender Office Division: Juvenile Hiring Salary: $82,500 Schedule: Full-Time Job description (PDF) Apply for this position Job Code: 2132 Department:…
Hawthorne’s Backyard Turkey Bowl 2025 to Benefit #EllieStrong
Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 2, 2025, as Hawthorne’s Backyard in West Chicago hosts the annual Turkey Bowl to honor Ellie Cuiching and benefit the EllieStrong Forever Foundation, a…
Josephine Nicole DeMoss Obituary
Josephine Nicole DeMoss, 3 months old, passed away suddenly on Sunday, December 29, 2024. She was born September 25, 2024 in Winfield, IL. Josephine was a sweet, happy baby…
DuPage County Sheriff Warns Of Fake Facebook Account Impersonating DPCSO
The DuPage County Sheriff’s Office is alerting the public to a fraudulent Facebook profile impersonating the department. The fake account, using the name “DuPage Sheriff,” attempts to deceive individuals and…
Property Transfers For West Chicago And Winfield- September 26 – November 12, 2024
Property Transfers for West Chicago and Winfield September 26-November 12, 2024 West Chicago $700,000; 401 Spring Cress Lane, West Chicago; Sold on Oct. 18, 2024, by David J Young to…