City News

Naperville Residents Invited to ‘Chat with the Chief’ on Oct. 14

Naperville Police Chief Jason Arres invites the community to chat with him and other members of the Naperville Police Department on Wednesday, Oct. 14. 

Vehicle Crashes into a Structure in the 3000 Block of Crystal Rock Road

Firefighters extinguished a fire after a vehicle crashed into a residence. The structure is uninhabitable, and the damage is estimated at $500,000. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. 

Naperville's 2026 Bulk Curbside Leaf Collection Begins Oct. 19

Naperville's bulk leaf collection program begins on Oct. 19 and ends on Nov. 25. To participate, residents should rake leaves into the street next to the curb by 6 a.m. on the first day of each cycle. 

Structure Fire in the 30W000 Block of Argyll Lane

Naperville firefighters responded to a structure fire in a detached garage that caused $40,000 in damage. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. 

Naperville’s Annual Public Safety Open House Set for Sept. 26

The Naperville Police and Fire Departments invite all residents to attend the annual Public Safety Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26, at Naperville’s Public Safety Campus. 

Police Investigate Report of Gunshots

Naperville Police are investigating a report of shots being fired just after 9 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 4, on the 600 block of South Route 59. 

Sept. 11 Remembrance Ceremony at Cmdr. Dan Shanower Memorial

On the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the City partners with Naperville Responds for Veterans for the annual remembrance event honoring the victims and heroes of 9/11. 

Crime Stoppers Reward Offered in Cases Involving Unwanted Physical Contact

NAPERVILLE CRIME STOPPERS offer a cash reward for information leading to the arrest someone in connection with two suspicious incidents involving unwanted physical contact near park district pathways. 

Naperville Police Join Statewide Effort Focused on Impaired, Distracted and Unsafe Driving This Labor Day

The Naperville Police Department will participate in the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Drive High. Get a DUI” and “Click It or Ticket” campaigns this Labor Day.  

Naperville Police Arrest Knife Wielding Man

Naperville Police arrested a 35-year-old Naperville man on Aug. 12 after he allegedly advanced on two apartment building employees while armed with a machete.  

City of Naperville Seeks Applicants for 2027 Grant Opportunities

The City of Naperville will soon accept applications for four grant programs to fund 2027 projects. 

Special Citywide Brush Collection Taking Place Beginning Week of Aug. 17

Citywide brush collection begins Aug. 17 to address tree and brush debris from Aug. 11 severe weather. 

Naperville Invites Students to Get Involved in Local Government

Eligible high school students may apply to be student representatives on a City of Naperville board/commission or join the KidsMatter Mayor's Chief of Staff internship. Applications close on Sept. 4. 

Naperville Police Investigate Fatal Traffic Crash on Warrenville Road

The Naperville Police and Fire Departments responded to the intersection of Warrenville Road and Washington Street for the report of a two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle on Aug. 4. 

City Reminds Residents to Take Precautions to Reduce Mosquitoes

The City of Naperville’s routine mosquito monitoring and testing program has identified West Nile Virus in three of its 10 mosquito traps during recent weekly testing.