City News

Naperville Police Seek the Public’s Help with Locating a Missing Adult

The Naperville Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating an adult woman last seen June 30 walking in the 2100 block of Sudbury Street in Naperville. 

Naperville Police Accepting Applications for Fall 2025 Citizen Police Academy

The Naperville Police Department is now accepting applications for a 10-week Citizen Police Academy (CPA) beginning on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. 

Structure Fire in the 1000 Block of Frances Court

Frances Court residence deemed uninhabitable due to heavy damage from July 29 fire. 

Naperville Police Host College Safety Webinar for Students and Parents on July 31

Crime prevention specialists from the Naperville Police Department will present “Safety for the College-Bound Student” at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 31.  

Naperville to Celebrate National Night Out with Community Events on Aug. 4 and 5

Residents are encouraged to attend Naperville's National Night Out free community-wide kick-off celebration on Aug. 4, 2025, and neighborhood events on Aug. 5, 2025. 

Structure Fire in the 200 Block of South Columbia St.

A fire in the attic of a single-family residence in the 200 block of South Columbia St. Damages to the residence are estimated at $75,000. 

Naperville Police Initiate Death Investigation

Naperville Police have initiated a death investigation concerning a 27-year-old male who was unresponsive at Centennial Beach, 500 Jackson Ave., around 6:00 p.m. on July 10. 

Two Men Charged with Aggravated Street Racing

Two men are charged with felony aggravated street racing following a lengthy investigation into a crash that sent two passengers to the hospital with serious injuries on April 26, 2025. 

Naperville Police Participate in “Speeding Catches Up With You” Enforcement Campaign This July

The Naperville Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to step up traffic safety efforts to reduce speeding throughout the month of July. 

Structure Fire in the 1600 Block of Country Lakes Drive

Four residences uninhabitable after Monday morning cooking fire at apartment complex causes $100,000 in damage. 

Naperville Police Participate in Independence Day Traffic Safety Campaign

Naperville Police are participating in an Independence Day traffic enforcement campaign with a focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers.  

Naperville Police Investigate Fatal Traffic Crash at Chicago Avenue and Naper Boulevard

Naperville Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and Naper Boulevard around 9:35 p.m. on June 19. 

Structure Fire in the 1500 Block of West Jefferson Avenue

Naperville Fire Department extinguishes midday balcony fire at apartment complex. 

Court Grants State’s Motion to Deny Pre-Trial Release for Elgin Man Accused of Attempt Murder

An Elgin man is charged with attempted murder following a domestic incident in Naperville on June 17. 

Fourteen-Year-Old Naperville Juvenile Charged with Possession of Loaded Semi-automatic Handgun

Naperville Police arrested a 14-year-old in possession of a loaded semiautomatic handgun at approximately 7:30 p.m. on June 14. 

The City Announces Selected Teen Artwork Submissions

The City of Naperville selected six pieces of artwork submitted by local students that will be used to wrap streetlight controller boxes near Naperville North and Naperville Central high schools. 

Naperville Accepting Applications for 2026 Special Event Permits

Special Event Permit applications for events occurring during the 2026 calendar year will open on Thursday, June 5, and will close on Tuesday, July 8.  

Cook County Convicted Felon Charged with Alleged Illegal Possession of Four Loaded Firearms

Naperville Police arrested a convicted felon from Cook County for illegal possession of multiple firearms on May 24, 2025. 

Naperville Offering Two New Recycling Programs Starting June 2

Naperville launches new food scrap composting & clothing/textile recycling programs on June 2. Residents can drop off items at convenient locations to increase sustainability.