Burglary suspect vehicles flee before arrest can be made On Friday, Sept. 10, attempted burglary was reported in the 100 block of E. Fullerton at 2:03 a.m. While on patrol, officers observed three vehicles which were reported to have been involved in commercial burglaries in other towns. Officers attempted a […]
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The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court […]
Thornton’s Gas Station in Elmhurst robbed
Elmhurst Police are investigating a reported robbery that occurred on September 20th, 2021 at approximately 1:45 PM at the Thornton’s Gas Station located at 476 N. York, Elmhurst, IL. The offender was described as a light complexion black male approximately 6’4’’ and 25-35 years of age with a small lateral scar […]
Elmhurst Police Investigate Aggravated Vehicular Hijacking
On Friday, September 17, 2021 at 8:45 a.m. Elmhurst Police were dispatched to the parking lot of the 7-11 at 572 S. York Street for a vehicular hijacking involving the display of a firearm. Upon arrival, officers met with the victim who related his vehicle was stolen by two men who […]
An Ever-Widening Circle: Elmhurst University at 150; New exhibit at History Museum shares story of institution’s journey
On Dec. 6, 1871, Carl F. Kranz and 14 students stepped off a train in the small Illinois prairie town known as Elmhurst. They would be the first students and faculty at a newly formed “proseminary,” a high school for preparing young men to attend the Evangelical seminary or to […]
Heritage Foundation’s 6th annual Craft Beer Fest coming Saturday
The Elmhurst Heritage Foundation (EHF) has announced the 6th Annual Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest will take place Saturday, Sept. 18 from 1-6 p.m. on the grounds of the Elmhurst History Museum. This annual event is held to raise funds for the Elmhurst History Museum, including its family-friendly […]
Elmhurst U. receives record $3.4 million gift; Funds will support student veterans, military career exploration
Two brothers with multi-generational ties to Elmhurst University are giving the University $3.4 million to implement a comprehensive initiative that will introduce more STEM students to careers in the military while also supporting student veterans on campus. The gift from Robert Jans, of Brookfield; and Elmhurst U. alumnus Tim Jans, […]
Edward-Elmhurst Health announces merger with NorthShore University HealthSystem; Community investment funds created, totaling $200 million
NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) and Edward-Elmhurst Health today announced their intention to merge the two healthcare systems under a new parent system, pending regulatory approval. Together, the organizations will extend their focus on community-connected, expert care while serving as a best place to work, learn, practice and receive care. “NorthShore […]
Elmhurst police assist in recovery of abandoned electronics; Repair Geekz closes doors, fails to return customers’ items
By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent According to a release issued by Elmhurst Police Chief Michael Ruth, the Elmhurst Police Department has received several complaints lately from customers of Repair Geekz, an electronics repair shop located at 927 S. York Street, Elmhurst. Customers told police they were unable to […]
Bernadette Lowum, 89
Bernadette Lowum, a longtime resident of Elmhurst passed away at home on Sept. 9, 2021, at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late David D. Lowum (2001) and loving mother of David C. Lowum of Elmhurst. Bernadette was a very active volunteer, over the years she spent countless […]
