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Patch.com
April 27, 2018
OAK BROOK, IL — Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago will present the 27th Annual Blossoms of Hope fundraiser to benefit suicide survivors on April 29 at Drury Lane Theatre. The event will be hosted by HGTV star and celebrity designer Monica Pedersen, who lost her own twin brother toÃâà...
CBS Chicago
April 18, 2018
Jeb Bush planned to deliver the keynote address Wednesday at a forum in Oak Brook. Barbara ... Jeb Bush had been scheduled to speak at the Elmhurst College Governmental Forum in Oak Brook on Wednesday, and after his mother died, he told ... Barbara Bush's history in Illinois stretches back decades.
Patch.com
April 16, 2018
OAK BROOK, IL — Last year, the Oak Brook Park District's Pink 5K raised more than $11,000 to help fight breast cancer. This year, the organizers are hoping to exceed that goal and give even more to benefit the Open Arms Breast Cancer Outreach Fund, Hinsdale Hospital Foundation. The race is slated forÃâà...
WGN-TV
April 5, 2018
OAK BROOK, Ill. -- Robert "Bob" Schuit has been playing the Illinois Lottery since the very first draw in 1974 but he has never won big -- until now. The 91-year-old Oak Brook man won $1,000,000 when his Powerball ticket matched five numbers: 03-04-18-29-61 in the Wednesday, March 21, drawing.
Patch.com
April 2, 2018
OAK BROOK, IL — The successful New York-based masterminds behind Escape The Room are bringing their challenging themed escape rooms to Oak Brook Center. In April, Escape the Room will open a 10,000 square foot space at 60 Oakbrook Center filled with immersive rooms and interactive puzzles.
Patch.com
March 31, 2018
OAK BROOK , IL — Police have arrested a man who allegedly stole a 68-year-old woman's car at gunpoint at Oak Brook Center early Wednesday. Darnell Anderson, 26, has been charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking with a gun and armed robbery. Police say the victim was sitting inside her carÃâà...
Patch.com
March 28, 2018
DOWNERS GROVE, IL — Illinois's 6th Congressional District has not been quiet about its disapproval of Rep. Pete Roskam (R-Wheaton). ... Much of DuPage County —all or parts of Downers Grove, Glen Ellyn, Hinsdale, Naperville, Oak Brook, Westmont, and Wheaton— lies in the 6th District. Since DonaldÃâà...
Patch.com
March 28, 2018
Austin Michalik, 31, of Lombard allegedly used tree trimmers to cut down the power lines to multiple homes. By Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff | Mar 27, 2018 6:00 pm ET. 0. Man Charged With Cutting Down Power Lines In Lombard: Cops. LOMBARD, IL — A man faces felony charges after he allegedly used a tree trimmer toÃâà...
Patch.com
March 22, 2018
The Oak Brook-based restaurant chain is turrning 55, but it's the customers who are receiving the gift of a discounted dessert. By Joe Vince, Patch Staff | Mar 22, 2018 2:41 pm ET. 0. Portillo's Celebrates Birthday With Chocolate Cake For 55 Cents. Portillo's might be celebrating its 55th birthday next month, but it's theÃâà...
Patch.com
March 21, 2018
Incumbent Mike Quigley has won the democratic nomination and will face off against Republican Tom Hanson. By Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff | Mar 20, 2018 2:04 pm ET | Updated Mar 21, 2018 9:12 am ET. 0. Quigley Wins Democratic Nomination For 5th Congressional District. Incumbent Mike Quigley has beat out threeÃâà...
Patch.com
March 21, 2018
ELMHURST, IL — On April 18, Jeb Bush, former governor of Florida and a Republican candidate for the U.S. presidency in 2016, will discuss ... beginning at 11:30 a.m. in the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center, 3500 Midwest Rd, Oak Brook, Ill. Admission is $35; lunch is included.
Patch.com
March 21, 2018
The highly contested Illinois governor's race might have drawn many voters across the south suburbs and the state to the polls Tuesday. But the ... 5th District Results: Sections of Cook and DuPage counties, including neighborhoods on Chicago's north and northwest sides, O'Hare airport and Oak Brook.
Patch.com
March 21, 2018
5th District Results - sections of Cook and DuPage counties, including neighborhoods on Chicago's north and northwest sides, O'Hare airport and Oak Brook. 6th District Results - portions of Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane and McHenry counties including Algonquin, Crystal Lake, Darien, Downers Grove, Elgin,Ãâà...
Patch.com
March 16, 2018
This home also features a cushy private theater with a frescoed ceiling. In warm weather, you can slide into your in-ground pool or take a dip in the hot tub while you soak in the scenery. Address: 3011 Lincoln Rd, Oak Brook, Illinois; Price: $4,440,000; Square Feet: 8872; Bedrooms: 8; Bathrooms: 8 Full andÃâà...
Patch.com
March 10, 2018
WOW House: Walls of towering windows let sunlight pour into this exquisite Oak Brook home, which features two double-sided fireplaces. By Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff ... OAK BROOK, IL -- Waves of sunlight pour in through walls of windows in this amazing Oak Brook home. A two-sided fireplaces keepÃâà...
Patch.com
March 8, 2018
OAK BROOK, IL — If you've got a craving for a cheeseburger on International Women's Day and you're looking for the iconic McDonald's golden arches, you might have a hard time recognizing them. McDonald's has flipped its golden arches on several female-owned restaurants, turning the "M" to a "W" inÃâà...
Patch.com
March 6, 2018
OAK BROOK, IL — If you've got a sweet tooth and a discerning palate, you'll want to check out Lolli & Pops, the newest addition to Oakbrook Center. The high-end candy store —known for selling artisanal chocolates, champagne gummy bears, and sparkly, pastel-swirled Unicorn Bark— opened its doors inÃâà...
Patch.com
March 6, 2018
CHICAGO, IL — Jeff Bezos is at the top of Forbes' billionaires list for 2018, dethroning fellow Seattle-area billionaire Bill Gates, who has lost the top spot for only the sixth time ... The Oak Brook-based creator of Beanie Babies, he also has a large hotel portfolio including the Four Seasons Hotel in New York.
Patch.com
March 6, 2018
OAK BROOK, IL — Police and residents didn't mind getting a little chilly in the waters at Oak Brook Bath and Tennis Club Saturday. After all, it was all for a good cause. The annual Oak Brook Polar Plunge raised more than $85,000 for Special Olympics Illinois. Plungers woke up early, donned sunglasses,Ãâà...
Patch.com
March 1, 2018
Construction on I-88 In Oak Brook Postponed Until Spring. OAK BROOK, IL — The Illinois Tollway has announced that it will delay planned construction on I-88 near Oak Brook until spring. The project, which was initially set to begin in February, will involve bridge replacement work that will cause closuresÃâà...
Chicago Tribune
March 1, 2018
For more than 25 years, Oak Brook, Illinois, attorney Kathryn Harry has represented clients in the areas of divorce, criminal defense, DUI defense, and expungement. She founded her law firm in 1995 on the principal of teamwork. Harry's brand of lawyering differs from that of many other attorneys.
Patch.com
February 28, 2018
OAK BROOK, IL — One of Oakbrook Center's longtime anchor stores plans to close its doors in 2019. High-end retailer Lord & Taylor announced that it will leave Oakbrook Center once its current lease is up in January of next year. This marks the second Lord & Taylor store in Illinois to plan an upcomingÃâà...
Patch.com
February 20, 2018
OAK BROOK, IL — If you are out for breakfast, you might be taken aback if your pancakes are served by a uniformed police officer. ... Officers earned $2,042.87 that will support the Law Enforcement Torch Run, an annual fundraiser to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics athletes in Illinois.
Patch.com
February 15, 2018
0. Farewell Cheeseburgers: McDonald's Makes Changes To Happy Meal. OAK BROOK, IL — McDonald's is making some major changes to one of their beloved menu items in an effort to promote healthy eating among children. The Happy Meal will no longer include cheeseburgers as an option; customersÃâà...
Patch.com
February 14, 2018
OAK BROOK, IL — The Oak Brook Public Library has planned a special event to teach residents about the basics of Medicare coverage. Medicare 101 will be held at the library on Monday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m.. David Wylly, who works for the Medicare Solutions Network, will be on hand to share informationÃâà...
Patch.com
February 10, 2018
WOW House: Natural light pours in through walls of windows and skylights set in vaulted ceilings in this Oak Brook mansion. By Lisa Marie ... OAK BROOK, IL -- This Oak Brook estate will take your breath away with its soaring timbered ceilings and walls of windows that let in ample natural light. UpstairsÃâà...
Curbed Chicago
February 7, 2018
Developers have tapped architect Lucien Lagrange to design a 27-story residential building for suburban Oak Brook, Illinois. If approved and completed as proposed, the tower would eclipse a pair of 13-story buildings to become the village's tallest structure. Bucking against the recent development trendÃâà...
Patch.com
February 6, 2018
OAK BROOK, IL — Oak Brook residents can sample traditional fare from Vietnamese, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia at RockSugar Southeast Asian Kitchen, which officially opened ... Oak Brook is only the second location for RockSugar, which has its flagship restaurant in LA's Century City.
Patch.com
February 5, 2018
Police say the scammers use "false pretenses" to enter homes in Oak Brook and commit burglaries. By Lisa Marie Farver, ... OAK BROOK, IL — Oak Brook Police have issued a warning to residents regarding burglars who are using "false pretenses" to gain access to homes in the village. They are currentlyÃâà...
Patch.com
January 31, 2018
OAK BROOK, IL — It's fun to watch Olympians ice skate, but why not take to the ice yourself and try a few moves of your own? Oakbrook Center features all-ages ice skating on the Village Green through February 28 and it can be a fun experience for the entire family. Skating hours are Monday throughÃâà...
Patch.com
December 31, 1999
OAK BROOK, IL — Customers at Oakbrook Center might not be aware that the mall's security monitors parking by scanning the license plates of cars in its lots. The mall has used license plate recognition to make sure employees don't take customer spots since 2016, Chicago Tribune reports. Once theÃâà...
Patch.com
December 31, 1999
OAK BROOK, IL — Imagine walking into a McDonald's and being able to ditch the cheeseburger and fries to order a plate of fries loaded with bacon and cheese or a pasta salad tossed with arugula, roasted tomatoes and mozzarella. That's what customers can get starting Tuesday when they walk into theÃâà...
Patch.com
December 31, 1999
WOW House: This Oak Brook home's unique architecture brings nature inside with wooden spiral staircases and walls of windows. ... OAK BROOK, IL -- This mansion's one-of-a-kind design brings nature inside with exposed woodbeams, natural stone accents, and floor-to-ceiling windows throughout theÃâà...
Patch.com
December 31, 1999
WESTMONT, IL — An Oak Brook man was arrested after he was allegedly seen masturbating in public in Westmont. Abrar Sait, 46, of the 300 block of Trinity Lane, was taken into custody on April 16 in connection with the incident, which took place less than a block from the Westmont Public Library andÃâà...
Patch.com
December 31, 1999
Outside, a path wends through an exquisitely landscaped statue garden and leads to a huge fish pond, where whimsical fountains and waterfalls enhance the peaceful atmosphere. Check out the photos; you won't believe your eyes. Address: 91 Livery Ct, Oak Brook, Illinois; Price: $1,799,000; Square Feet:Ãâà...
Patch.com
December 31, 1999
OAK BROOK, IL — For many, St. Patrick's Day is a time to indulge in food, festivities, and spirits. Revelers can find all three at Drury Lane's St. Patrick's Day brunch on Sunday, March 18. The menu will feature some traditional Irish favorites, including corned beef, cabbage, and shepherd's pie. Diners whoÃâà...
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