A car on fire in the driveway of the home at 143 White Fawn Trail in Downers Grove also caused limited damage to the home’s garage, fire officials said Monday, June 22.

Downers Grove police arrested a man last week after he allegedly attempted to run off with a bag full of cigarette cartons from Walgreens, 6240 Belmont Road.

The case involving missing Downers Grove man David Hernandez has moved from a civil case alleging his involvement in a Ponzi scheme to a criminal charge and warrant for his arrest.

Downers Grove and Westmont police reports

Our firefighters and paramedics are put through the rigors of daily training to keep their skills honed for the job.

Downers Grove police were assisting with an accident and traffic at the intersection of 39st Street and Highland Avenue around 9 p.m. Monday.

Downers Grove, Westmont and Woodridge police reports

Downers Grove and Westmont police reports

In a public address to the Westmont Villager Board, Fire Chief Frank Trout said he is sorry for offending anyone who heard his political speech during the village’s Memorial Day ceremony, which drew criticism.

A 13-year-old boy was hospitalized Friday, May 29,  after he was struck by a vehicle while riding a bicycle in downtown Downers Grove, police said.

As warm weather enters the area, so does a spike in the number of solicitors traveling door-to-door in Downers Grove.

Westmont police said a man who was found at Ty Warner Park after apparently shooting himself in the head with a gun Tuesday has died.

Check out police and fire reports for Downers Grove, Westmont and Woodridge.

Involved in a traffic accident where a Downers Grove police report was filed on or after April 1?

During the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, the Illinois State Police will conduct roadside safety checks in Downers Grove.