“Every case involving the use of deadly force by a police officer must be carefully and thoroughly investigated. Such scrutiny is required to ensure the protection of the civil rights of those involved and to maintain the public’s confidence in law enforcement. “After a thorough and extensive investigation surrounding […]
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A day in the life of a developer…
When the Independent published a story about Livia, the new restaurant in town, it was learned Elmhurst’s own Charles Walsh Jr. was one of the business’s silent partners. It seemed like a good reason to catch up with Walsh and see what development endeavors he has been involved with of late
UCCA to host ‘Taste of the Town: Food for Life’
United Community Concerns Association will host the 2nd annual Taste of the Town: Food for Life, an Elmhurst food and drink sampling event. It will take place on Thursday, May 17, from 6-10 p.m. at Wilder Mansion. The evening will showcase food, wine, and beer tastings from 17 Elmhurst businesses, […]
Craft Beer Fest hosts ‘Ticket Pre-Sale Party’ on May 19 at Pints
For lovers of craft beer, live music, and the camaraderie of a good beer fest, make plans to be at Pints Elmhurst on Saturday, May 19 from 2-4 p.m. for a special Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest ticket pre-sale event.
Glenbard East students among those injured in fire pit explosion in Glendale Heights.
At least eight teenagers were injured following a fire pit explosion Saturday, April 28 in Glendale Heights. Glenbard East High School students were among those injured, according to published and television news reports. Glendale Heights police said the incident occurred at around 10:16 p.m. at a residence in the […]
Man sentenced to seven years for DUI hit-and-run. Incident took place in Villa Park.
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin announced last week that a Glen Ellyn man accused of a hit-and-run crash in Villa Park has been sentenced to seven years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Lawrence Sieber, 64, of 89 S. Park Avenue, appeared at a sentencing hearing this afternoon […]
Celebrate International Museum Day with free activities
Trolley will shuttle between museums on regular schedule For the past 22 years, the City of Elmhurst has celebrated its commitment to cultural arts with a very special annual tradition—Elmhurst Museum Day. This international day of celebration commemorates the value that museums bring to the community as an important resource […]
School Board Capsules. Here’s what’s going on at District 205…
By Chris Fox For The Elmhurst Independent The Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 Board held a meeting on April 24 at the District 205 Center, 162 S. York St. Commissioner Chris Blum was absent from the meeting, which lasted about three hours. Accomplishments recognized The board honored […]
Wight & Co. makes presentation to School District 205. Four scenarios presented ranging from $26.1M to $161.1M
By Chris Fox For The Elmhurst Independent The meeting of the Elmhurst District 205 School Board had a presentation by representatives of the district’s architecture firm—Wight and Company. The representatives discussed four scenarios for upgrades to the district’s facilities. The first two scenarios were labeled as “treading water,” because […]
Park Board Capsules… Here’s what’s going on at the Elmhurst Park District
By Chris Fox For The Elmhurst Independent The Elmhurst Park District Board held a regular meeting on April 23 at the district’s administrative office at 375 W. First Street. Commissioner Doug Ennis was absent from the meeting. There were no public comments. Challenges persist with registration software The […]