City News

Downtown Parking Survey Open Until July 27

Share your thoughts on parking availability, location and quantity in the downtown from now through 9 a.m. on Monday, July 27. 

Naperville Police Accepting Applications for Fall 2026 Citizen Police Academy

The Naperville Police Department is now accepting applications for a 10-week Citizen Police Academy (CPA) beginning on Sept. 2. Applications are due by Thursday, July 30. 

Naperville’s Retail, Financial Landscape Among the Best in the State

The City once again achieved financial milestones that showcase its commitment to fiscal responsibility and reinforce its reputation as the leading place to do business in Illinois. 

Structure Fire in the 1000 Block of Williamsburg Drive

Naperville firefighters extinguished an attic fire that caused $100,000 in damages.  

Structure Fire in the 200 Block of Cedarbrook Road

Naperville firefighters extinguished a morning basement fire that caused $70,000 in damages. 

Naperville Residents Invited to ‘Chat with the Chief’ on July 21

Chat with Naperville Police Chief Jason Arres and others from the Naperville Police Department on Tuesday, July 21. Stop by Arwa Yemeni Coffee, 3124 S. Rt. 59, anytime between 10:30 a.m. and noon. 

Naperville Police: Speeding Catches Up With You

Naperville Police are partnering with state and local law enforcement agencies to step up traffic safety efforts across the state throughout the month of July to reduce speeding. 

Structure Fire in the 1800 Block of W. Diehl Road

A late evening fire on July 2, 2026, caused $8 million worth of damage to a Naperville hotel. 

Structure Fire in the 1000 Block of Devonshire Court

There were no injuries to firefighters, residents or pets in the garage fire that left a residence uninhabitable. 

Naperville Police Begin Fourth of July Crackdown on Impaired Drivers and Seat Belt Law Violators

The Naperville Police Department is participating in an Independence Day traffic enforcement campaign through July 6 focused on impaired and unbuckled drivers. 

Structure Fire in the 1100 Block of North Mill Street

A June 23 structure fire caused approximately $1,000 in damage. There were no reported injuries. 

Naperville Police Arrest Three Following Investigation into June 18 Armed Robbery

On June 18, 2026, Naperville Police arrested three men on armed robbery, mob action, and other felony charges following an investigation into an incident that occurred earlier that morning. 

Construction Commences on North Central College Riverwalk Park

Construction has started to transform the vacant property located at 430 S. Washington St, owned by North Central College, into North Central College Riverwalk Park. 

Plainfield Man Charged with Hate Crime for Allegedly Yelling Racial Slur at Nine-Year-Old Boy

Naperville Police arrested a Plainfield man on June 13 on hate crime charges after he allegedly yelled a racial slur at a nine-year-old boy, pushed him and then threw his bike. 

Special Citywide Brush Collection Taking Place Beginning Week of June 15

Please place brush and tree debris on the parkway in front of your home by the morning of Monday, June 15. 

A Seat for Everyone: Naperville Comes Together

The City of Naperville is partnering with North Central College and Naperville Neighbors United to host “A Seat for Everyone: Naperville Comes Together." 

Naperville Accepting Applications for 2027 Special Event Permits

Special event permit applications are being accepted for events that occur in 2027. Applications must be submitted by Wednesday, July 8.  

Naperville Police Arrest Felon on Probation Allegedly in Possession of a Handgun

Naperville Police arrested a Richton Park man on June 3 on felony weapons charges after connecting him to a firearm officers observed in plain view inside a parked vehicle. 

Structure Fire in the 2100 Block of Citygate Lane

A fire suppression sprinkler system extinguishes a structure fire on Citygate Lane