Loaded machine gun discovered during Naperville traffic stop

Police said the 22-year-old suspect is a convicted felon. He now faces a dozen new charges after officers found a fully automatic machine gun with a laser attachment inside the car he was driving.

2 women charged in $1,700 theft from Naperville Alo Yoga store, prosecutors say

Two women accused of stealing nearly $1,700 worth of merchandise from a Naperville yoga apparel store are facing multiple charges, and one of them has been ordered detained.

Another Chicago suburb bans kratom sales

Naperville has moved to ban the retail sale of kratom, with the city’s mayor saying concerns about addiction, overdoses and a lack of regulation prompted officials to take action.

Naperville mayor explains why the city is banning kratom sales
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Naperville Mayor Scott Wehrli explains the city’s new kratom sales ban, citing concerns over addiction, overdoses and the lack of regulation surrounding the products.

Naperville police seek suspect in two batteries; $1,000 reward offered

Naperville police are asking for the public’s help identifying a person connected to attacking two women near park district pathways.

Naperville man accused of threatening apartment workers with machete

A Naperville man accused of threatening apartment workers with a machete and barricading himself inside his apartment for hours is now in custody, authorities said.

Chicago area group brings music therapy to families, hosts free concert this weekend
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MU5IC4GOOD highlights the impact music therapy can have on families affected by developmental disabilities. Co-founders Leo and Ethan Zhang join us live to discuss how they're using music to inspire change.

Missing Naperville man found dead in Elmhurst quarry, police say

The body of a missing Naperville man was recovered from an Elmhurst quarry Sunday, bringing a nearly week-long search to an end, authorities said.

Why Naperville parents rank as Illinois' most stressed
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A mental health expert explains why Naperville topped a new study of Illinois' most stressed parents, the warning signs of unhealthy stress, and practical ways families can cope.

Suburban Chicago fire causes $8M in damage

A late-night fire in Naperville caused an estimated $8 million in damage Thursday, officials said.

How the Naperville Dad Network is helping fathers find community | ChicagoLIVE
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With about 3,000 dads, Naperville Dad Network has become a great way for Chicagoland fathers to build community. Founder Chad Vargo discusses how this collective got started.

At least 20 tornadoes confirmed across Illinois, Indiana during severe weather outbreak

An EF-3 tornado in Streator, Illinois, and another in Kouts, Indiana, were among the strongest confirmed last week. Now, parts of Chicagoland could face another tornado threat Wednesday.

Chicago-area man used racial slur, pushed child and threw bicycle in Naperville: prosecutors

A Plainfield man has been charged with a hate crime after authorities said he directed a racial slur at a 9-year-old boy, pushed him and threw his bicycle during a confrontation this weekend in Naperville.