The City of Elmhurst has partnered with Everbridge, a leader in unified critical communications, to keep the Elmhurst community safe and informed with quick and reliable emergency notifications and public service announcements. The City will begin using the system starting in 2024, known as “Elmhurst ALERTS,” to communicate during emergencies, […]
Elmhurst News
Migrants bus into DuPage; take train to Chicago shelters; Two groups board at Elmhurst station, police say
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT According to the Facebook page of the Elmhurst Police Department, a bus of 58 migrants from Texas stopped at the Elmhurst train station. Someone on board acting as a “leader” purchased Metra tickets for all passengers, who boarded the 9:13 p.m. train to […]
John Kalis, MD, 71
John Kalis MD, age 71, of Elmhurst, passed away on November 23, 2023. Beloved husband of 45 years to Mary Ann, nee Castelli; loving father of Christopher (Lisa Armstrong) Kalis and Erica (Bob) Voightmann; cherished grandpa of Natalie, Matthew and Emily Voightmann; devoted son of Pauline, nee Bajdek and […]
Police Reports
The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court […]
Three men charged for possession of multiple weapons, including machine gun; Suspects in custody following high-speed chase; all denied pre-trial release
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Oak Brook Chief of Police Brian Strockis have announced that Judge Joshua Dieden granted the state’s motion to deny pre-trial release for three men who were allegedly found to be in possession of multiple weapons including a loaded machine gun. Jeremiah Dawson, 21; […]
ECPA receives $2,500 grant from DuPage Foundation; Local initiative accepts ‘Community Needs’ grant
The Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts (ECPA) was recently awarded a grant from the DuPage Foundation’s Community Needs Grant Program at a recent open house. Foundation staff, Trustees, committee members and donors were on hand to celebrate everything happening in DuPage County. The DuPage Foundation Community Needs Grant Program (CNGP) […]
York Furrier to close doors Jan. 31. Reznys to retire; business has flourished for three generations
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT York Furrier, a staple in Elmhurst’s downtown business district since 1931, has announced plans to retire and close its doors. Owners John and Kathy Rezny were unable to be reached before press time, but the news has spread around town, driving residents to […]
Police Reports
The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court […]
Victory Auto Wreckers closes its doors
Everyone knows that classic commercial… a young man opens his car door, only to see the door break off its hinges and fall at his feet, as he looks hopelessly toward the heavens. The answer was taking the car to Victory Auto Wreckers. In another iconic commercial, the longtime auto […]
Burglary charges filed after two attempt to break into business
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT On Friday, Dec. 8, a release was received from the Elmhurst Police Department issued by Police Chief Michael McLean regarding an incident that resulted in two arrests. According to the release, on Thursday, Dec. 7 at approximately 1:50 a.m., two men were apprehended […]
