City News

100 Block Locust Court Structure Fire

April 28 garage fire causes an estimated $100,000 in damage; firefighters rescue pet from home. 

Bulk Brush Collection to Help Residents With Spring Yard Clean-Ups

Naperville's annual 2025 Curbside Bulk Brush Collection program begins the week of May 5. This program allows residents to dispose of large quantities of unbundled tree branches for free.  

Naperville Residents Invited to ‘Chat with the Chief’ on May 1

Join Naperville Police Chief Jason Arres and other members of the Naperville Police Department for an informal meet-and-greet from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 1, at Honey Jam Café, 1504 N. Naper  

Naperville Police Host Traffic Safety Webinar on April 23

Naperville Police are hosting a traffic safety webinar at noon on Wednesday, April 23, to educate citizens about the most common causes of crashes in Naperville and how to make our roadways safer. 

Register Your Teen for Naperville Police Department’s Summer Youth Academy

The Naperville Police Department is now accepting applications for a six-week Youth Academy to be held on Thursday nights from May 29 to July 10 (excluding the week of July 4). 

Three Chicago Women Charged with Stealing from Naperville Nike Store

Three Chicago women were arrested on April 9, 2025 after allegedly stealing items from a retail store in Naperville and fleeing from police. 

Naperville Police Arrest LaGrange Man on Felony Grooming and Sexual Abuse Charges

Naperville Police arrested a Neuqua Valley High School teacher on April 3, 2025, following an investigation into allegations that he was having an inappropriate relationship with a student. 

The Naperville Police Department Recognizes Distracted Driving Awareness Month with a Reminder for Motorists: Put the Phone Away or Pay

The Naperville Police is partnering with more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to step up enforcement efforts in recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month. 

The City Invites Naperville High School Students to Submit Artwork

The City of Naperville invites local teen artists to submit original artwork to wrap six City streetlight controller boxes. Submissions are due April 30, 2025.  

Naperville Police Arrest Two for Attempted Armed Robbery in Naperville

On March 20, Naperville Police arrested two Naperville individuals accused of robbing a Lisle convenience store at knifepoint and attempting to rob a woman at a Naperville bank. 

Chicago Man Accused of Attempting to Disarm Naperville Police Officer

A judge has granted a motion to detain a Chicago man accused of attempting to grab a Naperville Police officer’s gun after leading police on a high-speed chase on March 14, 2025.  

Naperville Police Participate in St. Patrick’s Day Traffic Safety Campaign

Naperville Police are teaming up with the Illinois State Police and Illinois Department of Transportation for a St. Patrick's Day traffic safety campaign. 

Naperville Police Arrest Two Following Smoke Shop Burglary

Naperville Police arrested two 20-year-old men on March 6 after responding to a call about a burglary in progress at a smoke shop on the 1500 block of W. Ogden Avenue. 

Court Grant’s State’s Motion to Deny Pre-Trial Release for Convicted Felon Accused of Possessing Loaded Firearm

On Feb. 23, Naperville Police arrested an Aurora man on felony weapons charges following a traffic stop. 

East Ogden Trash Compactor Fire

Trash compactor fire behind Savers on East Ogden Avenue causes $8,000 in damage; no injuries reported. 

Naperville Police Host Scam Awareness Webinar on Feb. 26

The Naperville Police Department is hosting a scam awareness webinar to educate citizens about the latest scams being used to defraud Naperville residents and how to protect themselves. 

Naperville Police Arrest Texas Man following Sextortion Investigation

Naperville Police arrested a Texas man on Feb. 9, 2025, following a lengthy investigation into the online exploitation of a Naperville teen. 

Suspicious Vehicle Investigation by Naperville Police Leads to Felony Weapons Charges

Naperville Police arrested an 18-year-old on Feb. 9 on felony weapons charges after receiving a call about a suspicious vehicle on the city's northwest side.