The Village of Downers Grove, IL, population nearly 50,000, is located 22 miles west of Chicago. St. Charles Downers Grove Police Department. In 2012, he earned a masters degree in public safety administration from Lewis University in Romeoville. The 17-year-old boy was transported to an area hospital by paramedics and was pronounced dead. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Downers Grove has also been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Friendliest Towns. A vehicle crashed through a Downers Grove home Friday afternoon. Downers Grove is home to many corporate and regional headquarters including Advocate Aurora Health Care, Dover Corporation, and Pepperidge Farm. Library board members said they are "very concerned" about the threats. Anyone with information is asked to call (630) 434-5600. Police have boosted patrols and will be at the Downers Grove Public Library when it hosts a drag-themed bingo event for teens in October, because of threats the library has received. West Dundee August 13, 2022 / 10:16 AM / CBS Chicago. Other police department inquiries should be made through the non-emergency number 630-434-5600. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. around 1:30 p.m. that same day, for a report of an armed robbery. Volo Republican congressional candidate and Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau repeatedly has denounced the event, too, expressing fears about sexual content in a recent WGN 720-AM interview. North Barrington A familys cat died in an early morning house fire in Downers Grove today, but no injuries were reported to the residents or firefighters. In the event of an emergency, we will have quick . Pierce Downer was the first settler in Downers Grove, arriving in 1832, according to the local historical society. Updated 9/2/2022 7:22 PM. Hyperlocal news, alerts, discussions and events for Downers Grove, IL. Campton Hills Buffalo Grove The person handling communications for Pekau's campaign, former lieutenant governor candidate Kathleen Murphy, is Awake Illinois' government affairs director. Prospect Heights Police responded to Casten's home at 6:48 a.m. on Monday on a report of an unresponsive teen girl, according to Downers Grove police, who said first responders determined she was deceased. Lake Barrington Elgin Mayor Bob Barnett on Friday issued a stern warning for program opponents. Casten has supported the event. Downers Grove has also been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Friendliest Towns. The male driver and female passenger were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Christmas, Monday, December 25 & Tuesday, December 26, 2023. Naperville Rosemont James McGreal, Deputy Chief, Special Services (PIO) (630) 434-5685. Highly ranked schools were a top factor in Downers Grove being named one of the Top 10 Livable Cities for kids by Livability.com. Click here to sign up for the Newsletter, Paddock Publications, Inc. is an Employee-Owned Company. Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 23 & Friday, November 24, 2023 Property, sales, Home Rule, & other taxes, Last updated: Communications Director | Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Downers Grove police on Thursday released additional details about the online extortion case that caused former Sen. Ron Sandack to abruptly resign last summer after the Illinois attorney general . Des Plaines Three people have been charged with stealing perfume and other items from a Walgreens store in Willowbrook on Tuesday, then leading police on a chase through several communities that ended in a crash with a patrol vehicle. He wasn't charged. Village Hall is located, south of the BNSF railroad tracks, east of Washington St. Michael DeVries Appointed As New Police Chief. 0. DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. (CBS)-- The BNSF Metra line was shut down in the middle of the Thursday evening rush after a person was hit and killed by a train in Downers Grove. SUBSCRIBE TO FOX 32 ON YOUTUBE FOR MORE CONTENT. He has a masters degree in management and organizational behavior and a bachelors degree in management from Benedictine University in Lisle. Winfield La police de Downers Grove recherche un homme qui a point une arme sur trois personnes dans le parking d'une salle de banquet samedi soir. Hampshire Police seek suspect in armed robbery outside Downers Grove banquet hall. Maple Park The Geneva store on Randall Road, Crystal Lake store on Northwest Highway are among several Chicago-area stores that are closing. Labor Day, Monday, September 04, 2023 The Facebook comment about weapons was reported to police Monday. Mettawa Grandwood Park Downers Grove police have increased patrols around the local library after threats against the facility and staff stemming from a planned drag-themed bingo event for . Send a news tip, feedback or suggestion to: AccuWeather is predicting 6 to 10 inches for Joliet, while the National Weather Service hasn't yet released snowfall predictions. IL Rep. Sean Casten shares cause of . When they . DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. (WLS) -- Three people were robbed by an armed suspect in the parking lot of a banquet hall Saturday night in Downers Grove, police said. Lake Villa Dominic Di Palermo for Shaw Local News Network. Please note, the Downers Grove Police Department is still actively investigating the arson incident, but we've been informed that there is no direct threat . Geneva In addition to stepped-up patrols now, police will be at the library for the Oct. 11 event, village spokesman Doug Kozlowski said. The head of a service for homeless individuals. DeVries has 22 years of law enforcement experience with the village and has served as deputy chief since 2018, according to a news release. The feedback is nearly evenly split, officials said, with supporters slightly outnumbering opponents. "Mike has a great deal of experience in every facet of the police department," Village Manager Fieldman said. All three are among guests invited by members of Illinois congressional delegation to attend President Joe Bidens State of the Union address. August 13, 2022 / 10:16 AM Nearly 60 ice sculptures were on display as well as live ice carving demonstrations were on hand for the annual Ice Fest in Downtown Downers Grove on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. Some comments have been threatening and aggressive, officials said, resulting in calls to the police. Police said officers responded to a report of an armed robbery at approximately 8:39 p.m. A preliminary investigation indicated that the suspect approached three men in the parking lot, pointed a handgun at them and demanded their personal property, according to police. According to preliminary information, police believe the crash may be the result of a medical issue. Round Lake Park Library officials have insisted the program will be appropriate for the setting and the audience. in DuPage County + 0. Riverwoods NEW 1 HR AGO. Vernon Hills Contact Village of Downers Grove 801 Burlington Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515 TEL: 630-434-5500 | FAX: 630-434-5571 Hours. The Downers Grove Public Library will introduce Accessibility Kits to its Anything Emporium, thanks to funding for the $5,000 project provided by the Downers Grove Junior Womans Club. 60,839 visits in the last 30 days. Wadsworth Covid-19 Cases. Other police department inquiries should be made through the non-emergency number 630-434-5600. Throughout his career, DeVries has served in . Suburban Crime Michael DeVries has been named the new Downers Grove chief of police. Palatine Marengo Home Local News Weather. DeVries fills the position held by Chief Shanon Gillette, who is retiring. The lobby of the Police Station is always open. Stay current with all the latest and breaking news from Downers Grove, . Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, 2023 Click the Police Department Online Servicebutton below to submit requests for, Monday-Friday: 8AM - 5PMSaturday/Sunday: Closed, Website issues please contact Webmaster. Downers Grove police were called to respond to a report of an "unresponsive" 17-year-old . Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Elmhurst Police at 630-530-3050. A card drive is underway to honor the legacy of Rion Goyette, who for years went to great lengths to decorate his house during the holiday season. Oct. 17, 2012. Summary by Ground News. Green Oaks Wheaton, IL | News | 2d. Bail was set at $100,000 Tuesday for a Chicago man accused of robbing two workers in the drive-through lane of a Naperville Portillo's in July. CALEA's Advanced Accreditation is the highest level of accreditation and requires agencies to demonstrate adherence to over 450 mandatory professional standards representing best practices in the law enforcement profession. 1 Bath. Suburban Crime By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Carpentersville He has served in a variety of leadership roles including deputy chief, Lleutenant of investigations . Shaw Local News Network provides local news throughout northern Illinois, Wheaton Warrenville South High School sports, Wheaton Warrenville South High School football. Rondout 3D WALKTHROUGH. Gwen died inside the family's Downers Grove home, the Chicago Tribune reported, citing local police. Island Lake Aurora If you are a local business or residence, enter your contact information here for our records. By Shaw Local News Network. Publicity for the program has grown since a group called Awake Illinois, which criticized a recent drag show at a Lake in the Hills bakery, expressed concerns about it online. One Facebook post urged people to "bring weapons" to the library, according to police reports. Inverness Pingree Grove Wheeling This incident is under investigation by the Elmhurst Police Department and DuPage County Coroner's Office. The men posed as police officers with a flashing red light on a station wagon. IMPORTANT: CALEA is not an investigatory body andsubsequentlythe public portal should not be used to submit information for such purposes. Several Inches Of Snow For Illinois? Arlington Heights Libertyville He also holds a Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security from Michigan State University. She was cited for speeding. It's Possible, Get free, real-time email updates throughout the day about whats happening locally. - A vehicle crashed through a Downers Grove home Friday afternoon. Michael DeVries has been named the new Downers Grove chief of police. "Promoting civil discourse among the diverse members of our community is important, and creating an environment of fear dampens all of our ability to hear those perspectives.". Bail was set at $100,000 Wednesday for a Chicago man accused of stealing more than $2,300 in merchandise from Naperville's Amazon Fresh store. South Elgin Itasca Batavia Police responded at about 8:39 p.m. to a report of an armed robbery at the Ashyana Banquets at 1620 75th Street. Deer Park Lombard Bensenville * Requests for police services should be made through 911. Downers Grove police are looking for a suspect who drew a gun on three people, demanding their personal property. Barrington Independence Day, Tuesday, July 04, 2023 Lilymoor Downers Grove Downers Grove Local News. East Dundee North Aurora At about 4:20 p.m., Downers Grove police responded to the 6500 block of Briargate for a report of a vehicle that crashed into a home. Michael DeVries has been named the new Downers Grove chief of police. The Intelligentsia Cup Prairie State Cycling Series held its last race in Downers Grove. The overall intent of the accreditation process is to provide the participating agency with information to support continuous improvement, as well as foster the pursuit of professional excellence. It is important to note that policies are frequently updated and reviewed to keep current with new laws, training and best practices. Round Lake The suspect left the area running southbound toward 75th Street, police said. 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