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On Wednesday, May 22, at approximately 5:30 a.m. the Elmhurst Police Department responded to the Portillo’s restaurant at 155 S. IL Route 83 for a 911 call reporting a domestic-related incident involving a man armed with a knife inside the closed restaurant.
Upon their arrival, officers learned a 32-yearold man was working inside the restaurant as part of a contracted cleaning crew with two women. The man had a domestic relationship with one of the women. The women reported that the male suspect attacked his domestic partner with two
large knives inside the restaurant.
According to the Elmhurst Police Department, the victim and the other woman were able to escape the building and request assistance from a passing motorist, then call 911.
The female victim sustained a minor injury and evidence of the assault was present. The restaurant was closed at the time of the incident and no additional people were inside the building. Officers attempted to make contact with the suspect inside, however, the suspect did not respond to telephone calls or verbal announcements.
Officers with the DuPage Metropolitan Emergency Response and Investigations Team (MERIT) responded to assist Elmhurst Police at the scene.
At approximately 8:30 a.m. police entered the restaurant and located the suspect, who was suffering from a self-inflicted injury. The suspect was transported by paramedics to an area hospital for treatment.
As part of the response to this incident, the Elmhurst Crossing Shopping Center was closed until approximately 9:30 a.m. The remaining shop-
ping center returned to normal operations at that time, while the Portillo’s didn’t reopen until evidence technicians finished processing the scene.
The suspect remains in the custody of Elmhurst Police while under medical care. This incident remains under active investigation by the Elmhurst Police Department and criminal charges will be announced at a later date.
In its news release about the incident, the Elmhurst Police Department thanked the responding officers of DuPage MERIT and neighboring police agencies for their assistance.
On May 22 at approximately 5:30 a.m., the Elmhurst Police Department responded to Portillo’s located in Elmhurst for a 911 call reporting a domestic-related incident involving a man armed with a knife. A female victim sustained a minor injury and evidence of an assault was present. The suspect remains in the custody of Elmhurst Police while under medical care.
Officers with the DuPage Metropolitan Emergency Response and Investigations Team (MERIT) and other neighboring police agencies responded to a domestic-related incident involving a man armed with a knife inside the closed Portillo’s restaurant in the early morning hours on May 22.
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On May 14, members of the Foundation 205 Board of Directors recently surprised educators across District 205 with 24 Thiems Grant Awards totaling nearly $175,000. Established in 1990 and named in honor of former District 205 Superintendent Russell Thiems, the grants seek to support ideas for innovative educational projects in District 205 schools. Over the past 35 years, Foundation 205 has awarded over $2.6 million in grants across the district. This year’s grants covered every building in District 205. One photo (above left) from the May 14 grant presentations shows (left to right) Foundation 205 board members Kanako Shuaipaj and Anne Rago Hackett, Alison Patzin of Field Elementary School and Foundation 205 Board Chair Heather Stotts. Another photo (above right) shows Caroline Weaver, the learning resource center director at Hawthorne Elementary School, with a few Hawthorne students. “Today marked the culmination of our fundraising efforts as we distributed Thiems Grants,” noted Stotts on May 14. “Witnessing the joy and enthusiasm in D205 classrooms as educators received news of their grants was truly gratifying. We look forward to watching these grants be put into action for the 2024-25 school year.”
ANTHONY N. POPE
Anthony N. Pope peacefully passed away May 17, 2024 at home, surrounded by family. He was born April 27, 1942 in Chicago, to the late Joseph and Gertrude Pope. Anthony was a resident, member and businessman in Elmhurst for over 50 years. For the latter, holding a J.D., CPA and a Masters in Taxation.
Beloved husband of 59 years to Donna M. Pope (nee Beard); loving father to Elizabeth (Todd) Mezera, Matthew (Anita) Pope, Tracy Kramer, Jennifer (David) Dunlap, Cathy (Brett) Conway and Kristen (Kevin) Coleman; amazing grandfather and mentor to Lauren and Bryan (Rachel) Mezera; Zachary (Patrick), Luke (Bridget), and Phoebe Pope, Michael and Paul Kamieniak; Livia, Henry and Griffin Kramer; Courtney and Jacob Dunlap; Cate and Christopher Conway; and Tony, Kevin and Molly Coleman; cherished great grandfather to Riley Francis Pope; dear brother to Carmella (Mike) Halicke and Louise (the late John) O’Brien. Further survived by nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. Anthony, or Tony, to his friends, loved spending time with Donna, his kids, grandkids, and the entire family. He would never pass up a chess game with a grandkid, and in family gatherings, he could always be seen huddling with one of his children to talk about their lives. Summers in
Grand Beach were a family affair and Anthony enjoyed seeing everyone visit and be in the same house together. He was always engaged as a family man, whether it was sponsoring or volunteering for his children’s many sports, driving the golf cart in the 4th of July parade or holding court by the pool in Grand Beach. He will be greatly missed but leaves behind family and friends forever grateful for the time they had with him.
A visitation was held on Monday, May 27th at Elmhurst Community Funeral Home – THE AHLGRIM CHAPEL, 567 South Spring Road, Elmhurst. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, May 28th at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 134 Arthur Street, Elmhurst. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Red Lake Nation, 15484 Migizi Drive, PO Box 574, Red Lake, MN 56671, www.redlakenation.org.
Arrangements in care of Elmhurst Community Funeral Home – THE AHLGRIM CHAPEL. For info, (630) 834-3515 or www.ElmhurstFH.com.
LEILA THORNTON
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leila Thornton, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who left us peacefully on May 16, 2024. Leila was a beacon of love, kindness, and strength, touching the lives of all who knew her.
Leila was the devoted wife of the late Delmar G. Thornton, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and com-
panionship. Together, they embraced life’s adventures, always working on projects and creating cherished memories. Though Delmar often led their endeavors, Leila was his steadfast partner, bringing warmth and dedication to everything they did.
A nurturing and caring soul, Leila was the proud mother of Delmar (the late Mary) Thornton and Dale (Julie) Thornton. She also cherished her late daughter, Susan Burns, whose memory she kept alive through her acts of kindness and resilience. The tragedy of losing her son Roger in 1986 was a profound loss that transformed Leila into a warrior, embodying strength and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Leila was a loving grandmother to Aubrey (Jesse) Walk, Lucas (Kiara) Thornton, Robert (Mya) Thornton, Delmar (Liz) Thornton, Marty Milner, and Roger (Stephanie) Milner. Her grandchildren were the light of her life, and she poured her love and wisdom into each of them. Leila was also blessed with two great-grandchildren, who brought her immense joy and pride.
Her role as a caretaker extended beyond her family. Leila became a beloved lunch lady at her children’s school, continuing to serve and care for students long after her own children had graduated. Her dedication and kindness left an indelible mark on the community.
Leila had a passion for the outdoors and found solace in planting flowers, nurturing her garden with the same care she gave to her family and friends. Her love for nature was a
testament to her gentle spirit and appreciation for life’s simple pleasures. Leila’s legacy is one of compassion, strength, and unwavering love. She raised her children beyond adulthood, always there with a comforting presence and a warrior’s heart. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and all who were fortunate to know her. Leila Thornton, your spirit and love will forever remain with us. Rest in peace.
Visitation was held on Tuesday May 21, 2024 at Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home, 435 N. York St. Elmhurst, IL 60126, service was Wednesday May 22, 2024.
PATRICIA ANN BRENNAN, 97
Patricia Ann Brennan, age 97, a lifelong resident of Elmhurst, Illinois, died peacefully on Sunday, May 19, 2024.
An avid golfer, tennis fan and traveler, Pat had an infectious laugh and was kind to all. During World War II, she volunteered for the Red Cross at the Veterans Hospital in Maywood (now Loyola University Medical Center), with her future sister-in-law Therese (née Tierney) Brennan. Pat went to Immaculate Conception High School in Elmhurst, and attended Barry College in Miami Shores, Florida, and Rosary College in River Forest, Illinois. Pat
had a lengthy and successful career at Pattishall McAuliffe Hofstetter law firm in Chicago, Illinois.
Pat is preceded in death by her parents, James and Catherine Brennan; brother, James F. (Therese); and sister, Katharine (Edward) Rohn. She is survived by her sister, Rosemary (Arthur) Borris; sister-in-law, Therese Brennan, and many loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces and -nephews and great great-nieces and nephews.
Pat, may the road rise to meet you and the wind be always at your back.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Elmhurst. Interment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to MISERICORDIA Heart of Mercy, 6300 North Ridge, Chicago, Il 60660. Arrangements in care of Elmhurst Community Funeral Home – THE AHLGRIM CHAPEL. For info, 630834-3515.
RALPH MELDA
lee, Kyle (deceased), Paige, Meseret and Sidisse were the light of his life.
Ralph attended Cleveland State College (formerly Fenn College), Ohio University, and Purdue University, where he received his PhD degree in Clinical Psychology. His career in the Chicago area included Hines Hospital, U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, and Grant Hospital.
Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, July 16, 2024, 10:00 a.m. at Visitation Catholic Church, 779 South York Road, (at Madison), Elmhurst. Interment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside.
If you wish to make a contribution in Ralph’s name, please make it to NAMI Multnomah (which is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one of Ralph’s favorite charities) 528 N.E. 52nd Ave., Portland, OR 97213, or a charity of your choice.
Arrangements are provided by Gibbons Funeral Home, Elmhurst. 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com.
ROLANDO PADILLO, 50
in the Marines, he earned the rank of Corporal, demonstrating exceptional skill and dedication. Following his distinguished service in the Marines, Rolando continued to serve his country as a Navy reservist.
Rolando was proud father of Brandon and Logan, whom he cherished and guided with a steady hand and a loving heart along with their mother Tori. His siblings, Arnold (Andrea) Padillo, Aris (Michelle) Padillo, and Mel (Lauren) Padillo, remember him as a pillar of strength and a source of endless support.
He was the cherished grandson of Irene and the late Nicasio Padillo, and the late Benigno Cagalpin and
Anastacia Cagalpin. Rolando was a devoted uncle to Grace, Jake, Libby, Elliot, Vivian, and Leo, each of whom he adored and inspired with his adventurous spirit and zest for life.
In his civilian life, Rolando was an accomplished IT engineer, bringing his meticulous attention to detail and problem-solving skills from his military service into the professional realm.
His love for movies and travel defined his personal life, as he found joy in exploring new places and experiencing the richness of the world around him.
Rolando’s adventurous spirit and passion for life were matched only
by his love for his family and his country. His presence in our lives was a blessing, and his memory will forever be a guiding light for those who knew and loved him.
A celebration of Rolando’s life was held on May 20, 2024 at Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Chapel, where family and friends gathered to honor the remarkable man he was.
A Mass followed on May 21, 2024 at Mary Queen of Heaven Catholic Church at 442 N. West Ave Elmhurst, Illinois 60126 with the beloved Father Sunny. Semper Fidelis, Rolando. You will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
On
June 8, area runners can run the 1-mile circuit after the cycling races at the Elmhurst Cycling Classic
Registration is open for the inaugural Elmhurst Twilight Mile, a run that will take place Saturday, June 8. The event begins at 6:30 p.m.
Ralph Melda, born September 30, 1931 and a longtime Elmhurst resident, passed away on May 17, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie “Marge”, and his children, Kenneth (Charlotte), Keith (Kimberly), and Kerri. His beloved grandchildren, Ash-
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rolando Padillo, a devoted husband, father, son, brother, grandson, and uncle. Rolando left us on May 16, 2024, at the age of 50, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering dedication to his family and country. Born to Evelyn and Mario Padillo, Rolando was a proud Marine, embodying the spirit of “Improvise, Adapt, and Overcome” throughout his life. As an Air Wing Technician
The course runs clockwise on the perimeter streets of Elmhurst University, and will finish in front of the crowds at the Wilder Mansion on Prospect Avenue. Spectators will be able to watch the Elmhurst Twilight Mile after seeing the Elmhurst Cycling Classic, which will feature several cycling races throughout the day.
The entry fee is $20, and will be open until Monday, June 3, at 5 pm. After June 3, the registration fee increases to $30.
The Elmhurst Twilight Mile is an opportunity for runners to go for a personal record (PR) in the mile on a fun and exciting course. Some of the area’s faster runners will go for the $2,000 in prize money up for
grabs. The Elmhurst Twilight Mile is sponsored by Hinsdale Orthopedics surgeons Dr. Alex Tauchen, a hip and knee replacement specialist, and Dr. Ronak Patel, a sports medicine specialist and co-owner of Ortholazer. They understand the impact running and training can have on the body, and they want to help athletes heal and get back to their passion.
Race-day registration is available, but pre-registered racers who pick up their bib packets at Ortholazer (1600 16th Street, Suite 10, Oak Brook) will be entered in raffles for one of five $20 prizes (your race fee). There is also a raffle for a complimentary consultation and an injury treatment course worth $450 that can be used with friends or family.
For more details, visit elmhurstcyclingclassic.com/ elmhurst-twilight-mile.
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 of law. Juveniles age 17 or younger are not named.
May 20
Police said that subsequent to a brief verbal dispute with another motorist in a private parking lot in the 100 block of W. North, a victim discovered damage to the rear passenger side tire of her vehicle.
May 19
Scott McBlain, 20, of Chicago, a passenger in a vehicle, was charged with criminal damage to property and possession, sale or use of fireworks subsequent to a traffic stop in the 400 block of N. Ridgeland at 12:14 a.m. Police said a complainant observed a suspicious black vehicle near his residence and later heard fireworks nearby. The complainant’s neighbor also observed the vehicle and heard the fireworks, according to police. Officers located the vehicle and performed a traffic stop. The passenger admitted throwing fireworks, police said.
May 17
A complainant in the 200 block of S. Kenilworth told police at 1:16 p.m. that he parked his vehicle at that location and, upon returning to the vehicle, he observed two spider-web cracks in the windshield.
Vandalism by an unknown suspect was discovered on the playground equipment at Edison School at 1:24 p.m.
May 21
A 38-year-old Elmhurst man was charged with domestic battery and criminal trespass to a residence in the 600 block of N. Kenilworth at 10:03 a.m. Police said the suspect was found to have battered the victim.
A 45-year-old Elmhurst man was charged with two counts of domestic battery in the 600 block of N. Indiana at 7:43 p.m. Police said a victim related the suspect grabbed her. The reporting officer arrived on scene and reported that the suspect was not willing to cooperate.
transportation
open alcohol, possession of open alcohol, consumption of alcohol by
May 20
alcohol by driver, disobeyed stop sign, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and no insurance near Madison and York at 7:02 p.m.
May 19
Kenshalya Swims, 29, of Chicago, was issued a citation for open liquor in a vehicle near Commonwealth and Butterfield at 9:19 p.m.
Jerome Williams, 56, of Villa Park, was charged with DUI, improper lane usage and violation of minimum speed regulations subsequent to a traffic stop near West and North at 1:21 a.m.
May 17
Christopher Guerrero, 33, of Berkeley, was charged with DUI, possession of cannabis, failure to give information at an accident involving vehicle damage, while Jasmine Silva, 32, of Tinley Park, was issued a citation for disorderly conduct/befouling public property near York and the Prairie Path at 10:58 p.m. Christopher Speights, 32, of Chicago, was charged with DUI, unlawful possession of cannabis by a driver, transportation of open alcohol, failure to signal, improper turn, improper lane usage and no insurance near Villa and Lake at 1:53 a.m.
May 16
Police said the subsequent to a loud party in the 400 block of S. Prospect at 8:55 p.m., the following were found to be consuming alcohol while under the age of 21: Connor Lawrence, 20; Alex King IV, 19; Thomas Chesna, 20; Alec Walker, 19; Alexander Gurau, 19; and Stanley William, 20, all of Elmhurst, were issue citations for consumption of alcohol by a minor.
May 17
A complainant in the 400 block of S. Washington told police at 11:57 a.m. that an unknown suspect entered his unlocked vehicle and rummaged through the interior compartments. Nothing was taken from the vehicle.
According to information provided by the Elmhurst Police Department, police reported five incidents of identity theft or fraud.
According to information provided last week by the Elmhurst Police Department, police reported five incidents of possession of cannabis by either the driver of a vehicle or a passenger: Maria Gonzalez, 26, of Elmhurst, near York and Diversey at 6:51 p.m. May 17; Daisy Lazaro, 23, of Bellwood, near York and North at 10:26 p.m. May 17; Melvin Armstong, 52, and Taneisha Anderson, 31, both of Chicago, near Commonwealth and Butterfield at 9:19 p.m. May 19; and Andony Perez-Gomez, 26, of Franklin Park, near Grand and Industrial at 5:33 p.m. May 20.
May 21
Nicholas Fecarota, 24, of Elmhurst, was charged with unlawful possession of controlled substance, reckless driving, driving on the shoulder of the road and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop in the 500 block of W. Grand at 6:33 p.m.
May 17
A suspect in the 100 block of N. Elm called the police station to report his ex-girlfriend may call and say he was making threats. The suspect denied making any threats. The suspect’s ex- girlfriend was contacted and reported he had made unspecified threats in the past but could not recall when the last threat was made.
May 16
Police said Metra employees reported a subject was laying underneath a stopped train. Officers made contact with the subject who was found to be going through a mental health crisis. Medics arrived on scene and transported the subject to Elmhurst Hospital for an evaluation.
May 20
Police said that a reporting officer responded to a report of a delayed burglary to a vehicle in the 600 block of W. North. Marin Rebolledo, 39, of Chicago, told police his girlfriend’s
belongings were reportedly stolen out of her car while it was parked at the above location. Upon conducting a LEADS inquiry, police said Rebolledo was found to have an active warrant out of Cook County.
May 16
Police said that subsequent to a traffic stop near chandler and St. Charles at 11:24 a.m., Dayana Dominguez, 25, of Melrose Park, was found to have two active warrants out of DuPage County. Dominguez was charged with speeding, processed on the warrant and released.
May 22
A victim in the 500 block of W. Second told police that an unknown suspect(s) smashed the front passenger side window of her vehicle and stole her purse.
May 21
A complainant at a business in the 900 block of Route 83 told police that a business check issued to a company had been altered and was deposited into an account under another name.
A victim in the 100 block of E. Schiller told police a subject received a service for hair extensions but did not have the money at the time of service. The subject stated she would pay the victim, but the victim could no longer reach the subject.
May 20
Police said that subsequent to the report of a retail theft at a pharmacy in the 100 block of W. North at 2:19 p.m., a complainant related two unknown suspects—one described as a black male; the other described as a black female—took bottles of liquor and exited the store without paying. The suspects left the scene in an unknown vehicle.
May 17
A reporting officer observed a vehicle, which was reported stolen out of Highland Park, traveling at a high rate of speed eastbound on North Avenue from York Road at 2:12 a.m. Police said that officers responded to the 100 block of E. Schiller at 4:41 p.m. for the report of a retail theft that just occurred. Upon arrival, the complainant related an unknown suspect stole over the counter medication without paying.
Kenneth Hardin, 62, of Chicago, was charged with DUI, possession of concealed firearm under the influence of alcohol, reckless driving, improper lane usage, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and no insurance near Grand and Church at 11:02 p.m. Cody A. Zimmerman, 31, of Streamwood, was charged with DUI, possession of open
According to information provided last week by the Elmhurst Police Department, police reported three incidents of fleeing and eluding during which the driver of a vehicle fled the scene after being stopped for a traffic stop by police.
May 17
A complainant in the 500 block of W. St. Charles told police he asked the suspect to lower his music and the suspect threatened him. The suspect fled the scene before officers arrived. An investigation is pending.
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Elmhurst Chief of Police Michael McLean have announced that Judge Kenton Skarin has granted the state’s motion to detain pre-trial an Elmhurst teen accused of carving swastikas into an elementary school’s playground equipment.
Christopher Jackson, 18, appeared at First Appearance Court and is charged with one count of hate crime—school property (Class 3 felony), one count of criminal damage to government supported property (Class 3 felony) and one count of criminal damage to property (Class 4 felony). Jackson’s co-defendant, a 17-year-old juvenile also from Elmhurst, is expected to appear at a detention hearing in the near future.
Following an investigation into the matter, it is alleged that Jackson and the juvenile carved the swastikas and phrases into the equipment with a knife. Damage to the playground equipment is estimated at approximately $4,471.36. Jackson was taken into custody on May 20 without incident.
“Hate crimes have no place in a civilized society,” Berlin said. “The allegations against these two defendants, who are both in their teens, are very disturbing. DuPage County is an extremely welcoming community, and we have no tolerance whatsoever for actions such
On May 20, Elmhurst police officers responded to Edison Elementary School, located at 246 Fair Ave., for a report of criminal damage to property. Upon their arrival, officers observed multiple swastikas and Nazi phrases carved into plastic playground equipment.
Javier Barajas
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Oak Brook Chief of Police Brian Strockis announced that the Court has denied the state’s motion to detain pre-trial a Cicero man accused of leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen motor vehicle.
Javier Barajas, 22, appeared at First Appearance Court and is charged with one count of aggravated unlawful possession of a stolen motor vehicle (Class 1 felony) and
one count of aggravated fleeing and eluding (Class 4 felony).
On May 22 at approximately 10:19 p.m., Oak Brook police officers received notice from a Department of Homeland Security helicopter regarding a suspected stolen vehicle traveling through Oak Brook. Officers began following the vehicle, a 2021 Camaro ZL1 valued at more than $60,000, as it traveled through Oak Brook.
Officers continued to follow the Camaro, allegedly driven by Barajas, ultimately to Army Trail Road where Barajas allegedly entered I-290 eastbound.
A trooper with the Illinois State
DuPage County
State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Naperville Chief of Police Jason Arres have announced that Judge Joshua Dieden granted the state’s motion to detain pre-trial a Wast Chicago man accused of selling cocaine to a Naperville undercover officer.
Jeremy Soto, 29, appeared at First Appearance Court and is charged with three counts of manufacture/delivery of a controlled substance—cocaine (two Class X felonies and one Class 1 felony) and one count of possession of a controlled substance—cocaine (Class 1 felony).
Through the course of their ongoing investigations into the sale of illegal narcotics, the Naperville Police Department developed Soto as a potential source of illegal narcotics in the DuPage County area. It is alleged that on May 6, Soto sold approximately 2.5 grams of cocaine to an undercover Naperville police officer while in a vehicle in downtown Naperville. It is alleged that on May 20, Soto sold approximately 27.9 grams of cocaine to an undercover Naperville Police officer, again in downtown Naperville.
Following the second alleged sale, Soto was arrested and taken into custody. It is alleged that when Soto was taken into custody, he was in posses-
“Any day we are able to get a suspected drug dealer off the streets is a good day for DuPage County.”
– Robert Berlin, DuPage County State’s Attorney
sion of approximately 21 individually wrapped baggies totaling approximately 20 grams of cocaine.
“Any day we are able to get a suspected drug dealer off the streets is a good day for DuPage County,” Berlin said. “Drug dealers care nothing for their victims, society or the rule of law. They care only about lining their pockets at the expense of others.”
Soto’s next court appearance is scheduled for June 10 in front of Judge Daniel Guerin for arraignment.
Police joined Oak Brook officers and activated their emergency lights, at which time Barajas allegedly fled. It is alleged that at I-290 near St. Charles Road, the Oak Brook police officer activated his emergency lights and sirens at which time Barajas fled from the officer reaching speeds in excess of 100 mph in a 45-mph construction zone.
It is alleged that officers followed Barajas to 17th Street in Maywood, where Barajas exited the vehicle and fled on foot. He was taken into custody a short time later on 15th Avenue.
“Law enforcement in DuPage County is committed to not having a
repeat of the epidemic of fleeing and eluding that we saw last year,” Berlin said. “It is very simple, if you hear sirens and see flashing lights behind you, pull over. I can’t be more clear: anyone who attempts to flee from police will be caught. We will use every tool available to us, including the use of a helicopter and assistance from neighboring agencies, as in this case, to apprehend those who think they can outrun the police. Thankfully, no innocent motorists were injured or killed as a result of Mr. Barajas’ alleged actions. I commend the Oak Brook Police Department for not only their work on this case, but also for their ongoing efforts in keeping our roadways safe. I thank the Illi-
nois State Police for their assistance as well as the Department of Homeland Security for air support.”
“This is yet another example of the great work by our officers keeping Oak Brook safe and collaborating with federal, state and local law enforcement partners to lock up criminals that have not yet recognized that we police in a pro-active manner in Oak Brook and DuPage County,” Strockis said.
“I’d like to thank all of the agencies that assisted us in this incident and we will remain vigilant in keeping this community safe.”
Barajas’ next court appearance is scheduled June 17 for arraignment in front of Judge Michael Reidy.
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Roselle Chief of Police Rob Barreto have announced that Judge Joshua Dieden granted the state’s motion to deny pretrial release for a Chicago man charged with shooting at a moving vehicle while traveling on Lake Street in Roselle.
Justin Gray, 32, appeared in First Appearance Court and is charged with one count of aggravated discharge of a firearm, a Class 1 felony.
On Feb. 7 at approximately 5:25 p.m., Roselle police officers responded to the BP Gas Station located in the 500 block of W. Lake St. regarding a road rage shooting that had just occurred.
After speaking with the victim, it is alleged that at Barrington Road and Lake Street in Hanover Park, Gray, who was driving a white Lincoln SUV, honked at the victim after the victim stopped at a yellow-into-red light.
It is alleged that as the victim continued to drive
eastbound on Lake Street, Gray pulled out a gun near Lake Street and Rodenburg Road in Roselle and then fired, striking the rear passenger side of the victim’s vehicle.
It is further alleged that after firing at the victim’s vehicle, Gray passed the victim and drove away at which time the victim pulled into the BP Gas Station and called police.
Following an investigation into the matter, police identified Gray as a suspect.
On May 6, Judge Leah Bendik issued an arrest warrant for Gray. On May 10, Gray was arrested by the Illinois State Police and taken into custody.
“Shooting from a moving vehicle at another moving vehicle, as alleged in this case, obviously not only puts the victim in extreme danger, but also any other motorists who may be on the road at that time,” Berlin said. “This type of violent and dangerous behavior will not be tolerated in DuPage County and will be fully prosecuted.” Gray’s next court appearance is scheduled June 10 for arraignment in front of Judge Ann Celine O’Hallaren Walsh.
as alleged in this case. I commend the Elmhurst Police Department for their quick identification and apprehension of the defendants.”
“It is alleged several elementary school children saw the damaging carved symbols on the playground equipment during their school recess and alerted their teacher,” McLean said. “I would like to thank the staff of Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 for alerting Elmhurst police to the incident which allowed our detectives to perform a prompt investigation. I also thank State’s Attorney Bob Berlin and the members of his office for their legal guidance on this case.”
Jackson’s next court appearance is scheduled for June 17, for arraignment in front of Judge Michael Reidy.
Last week, this column touched on the topic of complicated grief. It’s defined as a grief that includes a heightened state of mourning that keeps one from healing.
When you heal from an injury, that injury exists no more. The same can’t be said about grief. Grief never goes away. It never quite fully heals. I think it would be wrong if it did.
Grief doesn’t die because love doesn’t die. It’s as simple (and as complicated) as that.
In that regard, grief defies definition. It defies labels.
But we try. We try to define grief and put it in a box because it’s neater that way and if we create an actual definition that includes the word “complicated,” what, exactly, does that accomplish?
I think nothing, other than to set a certain set of grieving people apart from others with a label that somehow makes their grief different or worse (which is isn’t). Or perhaps it labels them as less able deal with grief (which they aren’t). Worst of all, maybe they are just weaker during grief than the rest of us (absurd).
When you have complicated grief, you aren’t able to move on like a normal grieving person. (What is a normal grieving person? What exactly is moving on?) You hang on to the memories and the life you lost. (Seriously, who doesn’t?)
And this makes you complicated because you experienced a love so deep that you just can’t get over it within the given timeline. (Who sets these timelines?)
Don’t let anyone fool you or guilt you into thinking you aren’t doing grief the right way. Don’t let people tell you your grief is more complicated—or simple—than anyone else’s. A person experiencing simple (or regular) grief did not love any less deeply than a person with complicated grief.
Grief is grief, whether it’s labeled as simple, normal, regular or complicated. But, it doesn’t have to define you. You don’t have to become its definition. Don’t succumb to that rhetoric.
Your grief is your grief—nothing more, nothing less. It may be unending. It is likely infinitely deep. It may be with you every moment of every day. It’s probably complicated. But not in a definitive sense. It is complicated because grief, quite simply, is complicated.
And that is okay. No, it isn’t okay, but it is okay that you and your life aren’t okay right now. It sucks. It
hurts. It may even be devastating. It’s probably complicated. That’s okay, too.
Because life is complicated. Love is complicated. Choosing what to make for dinner tonight is complicated. And none of that makes you different, or slower than most. None of it means you are doing anything wrong.
It’s impossible to do grief wrong. Just like it’s impossible to cure grief.
I almost wish that weren’t true: that a label or pill or other simple solution could fix it. Could fix us. Then we could forget about grief and eat cotton candy for breakfast. Wouldn’t that be great?
But that isn’t real life. Real life is complicated. Losing someone is nothing, if it is not complex—and complicated.
And hard. And sad. And overwhelming. And life-changing.
To survive grief is to say goodbye to the life of someone you loved and give birth to the life of a new you.
If that isn’t complicated, well, I guess I don’t understand what complicated is.
My message here is to not let anyone define you. We are quick to put labels on whatever and whomever doesn’t fit a certain pre-defined box. Grief, like so many things in life, defies definition.
It would be so much easier it this weren’t true. It we could simply slap a label on it.
But life isn’t simple. Grief isn’t simple. None of it is simple. None of us is simple.
But there is beauty in that, if you are willing to see it. There is newness. There are possibilities—albeit ones you never saw coming and never really wanted—before. But they are possibilities nonetheless.
Embrace them. Even when it is difficult. Even when grief feels all-encompassing, and dare I say, complicated.
Easier days will come. Simpler days are on the horizon.
I promise. I hope.
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Tax credits key to filling need for more,By
Tom Demmer Drive through any community in Illinois and you’re sure to see the orange cones and blinking lights of a road construction zone. You might also see crews building a new restaurant, bank, or gas station.
because the lack of affordable housing is a concern for residents in every district.
Now I serve as the president of an economic development organization in Lee County, a rural county west of Chicago, and I see another reason for supporting affordable housing: It’s vitally important to our economy.
plans for the future instead of rushing to apply for a one-anddone round of funding.
And in many communities, you’ll see the cranes and earthmovers building a new manufacturing facility, data center, or electric vehicle assembly plant. But even amid all this construction, it’s less common, rare even, to spot a new home or subdivision being built. Illinois has the ninth highest housing deficit in the nation, and that deficit has grown 64 percent over the past decade. Ask a mayor what is most in need in their community, and more times than not the answer will be safe, stable housing that their residents can afford.
When I served in the Illinois House of Representatives, I worked across the aisle to advocate for affordable housing because I saw how safe and stable housing improves public safety, health care, education, and community services. We found support from legislators across the state, in communities large and small,
Every day I talk with site selectors, developers, and companies looking to build or grow in Illinois. Local population and available workforce are among their top criteria for choosing where to locate. Large projects and developments can add hundreds of new jobs to a community and often bring additional pressure to an already notable housing shortage.
If we want Illinois to remain competitive in site selection and economic development, we must build more homes and apartments.
The Build Illinois Homes Tax Credit is a key part of the solution. Over the first five years, this tax credit can attract new private investment to build 5,745 new affordable houses in communities across the state, allowing us to draw down unused federal tax credits, create high-quality jobs, and generate new tax base.
Critically, the Build Illinois Homes Tax Credit is designed to provide new phases of funding each year, which provides the stability developers need to make
New affordable housing options will provide thousands of Illinoisans with good places to live and support the revitalization of communities that have been stagnated by the housing shortage. And as site selectors and developers evaluate potential project locations, new homes and residents will give Illinois communities a real competitive advantage.
That’s why the Build Illinois Homes Tax Credit has attracted a diverse group of supporters, including LiUNA Midwest, the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association, the Chicago Teachers Union, the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, and many more.
I’m glad to show my strong support for the Build Illinois Tax Credit. I urge my former colleagues and friends on both sides of the aisle in the Illinois General Assembly to enact this incentive and support economic growth in communities across our great state.
Tom Demmer is executive director of the Lee County Industrial Development Association, and was a Republican state representative from 2013 to 2023 for Lee, Ogle, DeKalb and LaSalle counties in north-central Illinois.
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The Superior Ambulance Services Elmhurst Cycling Classic returns to Wilder Park and Elmhurst University on Saturday, June 8. Since Elmhurst last welcomed elite bike racers in
2019, there have been several notable and exciting changes.
Many Elmhurst residents are familiar with the day of bike racing that took place around Elmhurst University and
Wilder Park each July from 2013 to 2019. The race provided the community with an opportunity to get up-close to the action as they watched elite cyclists lap Elmhurst University in an ex-
citing show of speed, strength and bike handling. But in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic forced the event directors to cancel the event, and put the future into question.
In late 2020, after thoughtful consideration of the impact of COVID-19 on Elmhurst businesses and our community, the board of the DuPage Cycling Foundation took the conservative route to cancel the race in 2021 as well.
As a result, Elmhurst is no longer part of the series of races formerly known as the Intelligentsia Cup. That decision, however, enabled Elmhurst and the race committee to pursue some exciting changes as they plan the event’s return this year.
First, the event now includes the inaugural Elmhurst Twilight Mile, a running race held on the same course, in front of the same crowds. Powered by Coach Charlie Kern and CK Running, the race presents an opportunity for runners to go for a personal record (PR) in the mile, and some of the area’s faster runners will go for the $2,000 in prize money up for grabs. The race is already getting the attention of some of the region’s fastest runners as well as runners who simply want to chase a PR and enjoy the crowds and the exciting venue in Elmhurst.
The second noteworthy change is that Elmhurst was selected as the Illinois State Criterium Championship. Teams from across the state voted, and Elmhurst was chosen as the preferred venue by a significant margin. This means racers from across Illinois will make the trip to Elmhurst seeking the championship title. There will be races across several categories—from newer racers in the morning to elite racers in the afternoon.
Next, Elmhurst has partnered with a long-time Chicago racing team—the South Chicago Wheelmen—to host a second day of racing. Racers earn points in both events that count towards the overall omnium prize money. This is an additional incentive for racers to come to Elmhurst and teams from across the Midwest will be staying in Elmhurst hotels.
The Elmhurst Park District will be the host of the Family Fun Ride on June 8. Families who pre-register at Courts Plus for this free ride will be entered in a raffle for a new bike, courtesy of Kelly Stetler Real Estate and J & R Cycles. Families of all ages are welcome to ride the course and enjoy an evening in the community.
Lastly, the race will now be held on a Saturday, not a Friday like years past. The race committee hopes this makes it easier for fans to come to Wilder Park to enjoy the show, spend time in the Expo area, and cheer on the runners and cyclists. It should also reduce the burden on residents during a weekday.
Residents along the course will have a front-row seat to the racing.
Many residents are hosting parties, and some are hiring bands to celebrate the action with friends. It is worth the walk to “the Chicane” at Elm Park and S.
After a five-year absence, the Superior Ambulance Services Elmhurst Cycling Classic returns on Saturday, June 8. The event took place around Elmhurst University and Wilder Park each July from 2013 to 2019. The Elmhurst Cycling Classic allows spectators to get an up-close view of elite cyclists race around Elmhurst University. The photo is from the most recent event in 2019.
Hagans to see the elite racers navigate the S-turn at high speed. Elmhurst has a reputation among elite cyclists as a very-welcoming venue, and several pro and elite teams will stop by the house parties afterward to engage with the residents.
Like any large community event, the Elmhurst Cycling Classic relies on community-minded volunteers and sponsors to make it happen. Superior Ambulance Services will be the Title Sponsor providing care and transport for athletes who suffer a mishap during the intense racing. Many other sponsors, large and small, have stepped up to bring back the event back. The Elmhurst Cycling Classic is a great opportunity to showcase Elmhurst, our businesses and our vibrant City Centre and Spring Road business districts. Stop by the expo arena at Wilder Mansion and support those who make Elmhurst a wonderful place to live.
The entire day is promoted by the DuPage Cycling Foundation, a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit that uses cycling-related events to help those in need and the charities that serve them. Per Race Director and foundation President, Tim Radcliff, “The DuPage Cycling Foundation is trying to accomplish three objectives on June 8: Offer a healthy-lifestyle event for athletes and families, host a community-building and bonding day, and lastly, help those among us in need and the charities that serve them. All these objectives help make DuPage County a wonderful place to live.”
More information about the event can be found at www.elmhurstcyclingclassic.com.
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The Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 Board held a regular meeting on May 14 at the District 205 Center, 162 S. York St.
All seven board members attended the meeting.
There were no public comments during the meeting.
Mayor Levin presents TIF distribution check to the district
The spotlight/recognition segment of the meeting included remarks from Elmhurst Mayor Scott Levin, who joined City Manager Jim Grabowski to present a tax increment financing (TIF) distribution to District 205. Levin noted that TIF is a tool to fund improvements in a designated area.
Levin stated that in 2013, the City of Elmhurst and District 205 met and worked out an agreement regarding a TIF district on the city’s north side. Levin said that after the 11th year of this particular TIF, the school district would receive additional distribution of revenues from the TIF. He said the city collected that money in 2023. Levin presented a check for that amount to the district at the May 14 meeting. He did not disclose the exact amount of that check.
District 205 board member Jim Collins stated that he was the board president at the time of the TIF agreement with the city in 2013. He said the agreement is a great example of cooperation between governing bodies. Collins mentioned that the city agreed to included two District 205 schools—Churchville Middle School and Conrad Fischer Elementary School, within the boundaries of the TIF. Collins said the agreement between the city and the school district helped the city accomplish its goals. He said the agreement was also fair to District 205’s students and taxpayers.
The May 14 meeting’s spotlight/ recognition segment included a proclamation to highlight the achieve-
ments of the district’s middle school students who recently competed at the Illinois Math and Science Academy (IMSA) Junior High School Math Contest in Aurora, and at Illinois Math League (IML) events. The proclamation noted that the students’ achievements bring pride and prestige to their schools—Bryan Middle School, Churchville Middle School and Sandburg Middle School.
The meeting also featured a proclamation recognizing the York High School students who earned top positions in their competition categories at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) State Leadership Conference, which took place in April. A few of those York students qualified for the upcoming National FCCLA conference, which will take place in Seattle in July.
District notes its collaboration with Elmhurst University in the J-Term program
The May 14 meeting included a presentation about Churchville Middle School’s partnership with Elmhurst University in the January Term (J-Term) program. In that program, Elmhurst University students spend 42 hours in Churchville classrooms in January. The university students learn about the teaching profession by working with Churchville students and co-teaching lessons. Three former Elmhurst University students who took part in the J-Term program are now teachers at Churchville.
Board approves second of three $7 million transfers
The May 14 meeting included a brief public hearing about the district’s transfer of $7 million from its education fund to its operations and maintenance fund, then to its capital projects fund.
This is the second of three such $7 million transfers. There was one last year, and there will be another one next year. The three separate $7 million transfers will pay for additional needs beyond the original scope of the projects related to the $168.5 million referendum that district voters approved in November 2018.
Later in the meeting, board members voted unanimously to approve this year’s $7 million transfer.
Student services update
Kevin Rubenstein, the district’s assistant superintendent for student services, presented an update about District 205’s student services. The district had a total enrollment of about 8,240 students in the 2023-24 school year. Rubenstein reported that more than 1,400 of those students are classified as students with disabilities. That figure represents an increase of about 5 percent from the previous school year.
Rubenstein said that about 71 percent of the district’s students with disabilities are inside regular classrooms for 80 percent or more of the school day. About 4 percent of the district’s students with disabilities spend 100 percent of the school day in a setting outside of regular classrooms.
Rubenstein’s presentation noted that about 55 percent of the district’s special education staff works with disabled students in grades Early Childhood (EC) through fifth grade.
Board approves new principal at Jackson Elementary School
Board members voted unanimously during the meeting to approve Krista Rajanen as the new principal of Jackson Elementary School. Rajanen was one of 52 applicants for the position. The district screened 16 of those candidates, and selected six of them to participate in a second round of interviews. Three of those six applicants were selected to take part in a third round of interviews.
Rajanen, who will begin her tenure as Jackson Elementary School’s principal on Aug. 1, has 14 years of experience in education. She has been the assistant principal of Norwood Park Elementary School in
Chicago for the last six years.
District continues its relationship with Edward-Elmhurst Hospital for school nursing services Board members voted unanimously during the meeting to authorize execution of a contract with Edward Elmhurst Health for school nursing services for the district’s 2025 fiscal year in the amount of about $1.83 million.
That figure represents an increase of about 2.94 percent from the district’s 2024 fiscal year.
District 205 has contracted with Edward-Elmhurst Hospital for school nursing services for several years. The partnership will continue in the 2024-25 school year. Each of the district’s school buildings has a school nurse to serve the needs of students.
Board members will hold their next regular meeting on June 18.
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On May 15, Kelli Morgan organized and led the Elmhurst Bicycle Club’s 20th Ride of Silence through the Elmhurst community. The Ride of Silence is an international event that honors cyclists who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways.
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have been injured or killed, the Ride of Silence exists to raise awareness that cyclists are here, and to ask that we all share the road.
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Obey the rules of the road. Allow a minimum of 3 feet between the pas-
senger side mirror and the cyclist when passing a cyclist. Do not cross railroad tracks next to a cyclist. Slow down when near a cyclist on the roadway. The same applies to avoid hitting a pedestrian. When driving, look for bicyclists and pedestrians.
Cyclists: you can help to avoid being involved in an incident where
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The Elmhurst Bicycle Club held its 20th Ride of Silence on May 15. The Ride of Silence is an international event that honors cyclists who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways. During the event, cyclists take part in a silent slow-paced ride (at a maximum speed of 12 mph). One photo (above) from the May 15 ride in Elmhurst shows members of the Elmhurst Bicycle Club, along with community members and Elmhurst police officers. The other photo (below) shows George Pastorino pulling the “ghost bike” in memory of cyclists who have been killed while riding their bicycles.
The Timothy Christian boys tennis team had quite the run through the postseason. After winning the Chicagoland Christian Conference tournament and the Class 1A Wheaton St. Francis sectional, the Trojans had two doubles team participate in the Class 1A state finals meet hosted by Palatine High School and held at surrounding area courts.
The team of Andrew Asmus and Elliott Tandy went 1-2 at state. Asmus and Tandy lost their first-round match to Grayslake North 6-1, 6-4 and then downed a team from Centralia 7-6 (2), 6-2 in the first round of the consolation bracket before losing to Olney Richland County 7-5, 6-1 in the second round.
The team of Elliot Mathew and Hendrick DeVries lost to Normal University High 6-4, 7-5 in the first round and then defeated LaSalle-Peru 6-4, 6-2 in the first round of the consolation bracket before losing 2-6, 6-2, (10-5) to Teutopolis in the second round of the consolation bracket. The Trojans finished the season 24-3 in dual meets, won the year-end Chicago Christian Conference tournament, defeating teams from IMSA, Riverside-Brookfield, Wheaton Academy and Marian Central Catholic.
At the St. Francis sectional, the Trojans finished with 18 points, two ahead of second-place Glenbard South. Seven teams in the competitive sectional field had at least 10
The Timothy Christian No. 1 doubles team of captain Elliot Mathew and Hendrick DeVries recently competed in the Class 1A state doubles tournament. Earlier, Mathew and DeVries won the Class 1A St. Francis sectional doubles title.
points. Timothy outdistanced South, Wheaton Academy, Niles Notre Dame, Northridge Prep, Fenton, Lisle, the host Spartans. St. Viator and Schaumburg Christian to earn the title.
The Timothy doubles team of DeVries and Mathew were seeded No. 1 in the sectional and won four competitive matches to win the sectional doubles title and advance to state. Asumus and Tandy went 2-2 at the sectional and also earned their state bid. “We played a competitive schedule this spring and all of our
players contributed throughout the season,” Timothy coach Rick McLean said. “Luke and Timo, our singles players, improved as the season progressed.”
DeVries and Mathew finished the season 24-5, while Asmus and Tandy went 28-8. “Our doubles teams were dominant this season,” McLean said. “Andrew and Elliott improved a lot. They started the year strong and played at a high level throughout the season.”
Timothy’s No. 1 singles player Luke Tuchschere and No. 2 player
Timo Kacian competed in the sectional singles tournament. “Luke and Timo played competitively and provided points in a strong singles field of players,” McLean said.
Earlier in May, Timothy continued a long-standing tradition of playing all its seniors in the final regular season match. The eight seniors helped Timothy record a 3-2 win over Riverside-Brookfield. After the match, a special dinner along with individual recognition was held at the Ward Athletic Center for those eight seniors and their family members.
Captain Mathew, Asmus, Travis Lemkuil, DeVries, David LaBarbera, Wyat Matke, Aiden Hoogstra and Theo Veldman all played competitive matches,” McLean noted. “The senior players stepped up to earn this victory,” he said. “For four years, these eight seniors have performed and provided Timothy Christian with not only wins, but with outstanding leadership in the classroom and on the tennis courts. I wish only the best for these seniors in the next chapter of life post-high school.”
The IC Catholic Prep softball team is more than happy to have broken a six-year drought. The Knights defeated crosstown neighbor Timothy Christian 16-1 in five innings to win the Class 2A IC Catholic Prep sectional title at Plunkett Athletic Complex in Elmhurst. It was ICCP’s first softball sectional title since 2018 and fifth in program history, and fourth under longtime coach Frank Reaber. The Knights played earlier this week in the Class 2A Benedictine University super-sectional against Poplar Grove North Boone for a spot in the Class 2A state semifinals this weekend in East Peoria. ICCP was looking for its first-ev -
er softball state finals berth. ICCP pounded out 11 hits in the win over Timothy and piled on 13 runs in the second inning to take a 16-1 lead.
Kayla Carillo went 2-for-2 with two runs scored. Lexi Russ, a freshman, went 2-for-2 with three runs scored, a double and three RBI. AJ Dwyer went 2-for-3 with two runs scored, a home run and five RBI. Zoe McMillen went 1-for-3 with two RBI, while Ariani Zito went 1-for-1 with three RBI. Kelly Cahill, Isabella Jelic and Analisa Raffaelli (1 RBI, 3 runs scored) each had one hit. The Knights took advantage of nine walks in the game.
Maddy Dinino, Cahil and Zito each drew two walks. Dinino was the winning pitcher. She struck out eight and walked one, while giving
up only three hits in five innings of work.
ICCP reached the sectional final after a 23-11 win over Lisle in the semifinals. Timothy Christian had 20 hits and scored four or more runs in four of the seven innings in this slugfest that featured 34 runs and 35 hits between the two teams.
Raffaelli went 5-for-5 with a double, two triples, a homer and a single. She also scored five runs and had 3 RBI. McMillen went 4-for-5 with three runs scored, four RBI, a double and two home runs. Dinino went 1-for-3 with a home run and four RBI. Jelic had a hit, a run scored, a double and an RBI. Russ went 4-for-5 with three runs scored, two doubles and three RBI. Dwyer went 2-for-5 with
two runs scored, a double and two RBI. Cahill was 3-for-5 with three runs scored, a double and an RBI. Zito went 2-for-4 with three runs scored, two doubles and two RBI.
ICCP had nine doubles, two triples and four home runs against Lisle. The Knights drew only four walks and struck out only twice in the game and left just three runners on base. Cahill had three steals, while Raffaelli, Russ and Zito each had two steals. ICCP stole 10 bases. Dinino picked up the win in relief. She pitched five innings and struck out six.
The Knights won a Class 2A regional title with a 9-0 win against Chicago Academy. Raffaelli went 2-for-2 with two doubles and an RBI. Russ went 2-for-2 with a run
scored and a triple. Dwyer went 2-for-2 with a run scored. Cahill had a double and an RBI. Jelic had a double and an RBI, as did Carrillo and Margaret Berigan. The Knights had six doubles and a triple in the contest. ICCP stole 10 bases led by Raffaelli, Dwyer and Zito, who had two steals each. Dinino struck out five in two innings of work, while Zito struck out three in an inning of work. The two combined to throw a three-inning no-hitter.
The Knights opened the postseason with a 15-0 win over Chicago Our Lady of Tepeyac in three innings. Raffaelli went 2-for-2 with two runs scored, a home run and four RBI. McMillen had a hit, two
The York baseball team’s path to a Class 4A regional championship was an intense one. The Dukes scored a 2-1 win over Wheaton North in the semifinals of their own Class 4A York regional and then downed St. Charles East 6-4 to win the regional title. It was York’s third regional title in a row. Previous to this recent three-year run, the Dukes hadn’t won a regional since 1996. York finished fourth in the state a year ago.
York played earlier this week in the Class 4A St. Charles North sectional against Lake Park. If The Dukes defeated Lake Park, they will
either play St. Charles North or South Elgin for the sectional title Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. Charles North. In the 6-4 win over St. Charles East, York jumped out to a 4-2 lead after the first inning and led 4-3 after four innings. A pair of runs in the bottom of the fifth gave the Dukes some breathing room at 6-3. York had seven hits. Josh Fleming went 2-for-3 with two runs scored and an RBI. Owen Chael went 2-for-3 with a run scored and two RBI. Nick Allen went 1-for-3 with a run scored. Drew Gami was 1-for-3 with two RBI, while Austin Grzywa went 1-for-3. Fleming and Chael each hit a home run in the game. Allen and Nck Fish-
er each stole one base. Noah Hughes was the winning pitcher. He went 4 2/3 innings and struck out eight while walking only two and allowing two earned runs. Danko pitched the final 2 1/3 innings and struck out three to earn the save.
In the 2-1 win over Wheaton North in the regional semifinals, York led 1-0 after three innings until Wheaton North tied the game at 1-1 in the fifth. The story of this game was standout York pitcher Ryan Sloan, who combined with Jack Bodach and Danko to throw a combined no-hitter. Sloan went 6 2/3 innings and allowed one unearned run, struck out 16 and walked one, while throw-
ing 95 pitches to 22 Wheaton North batters.
In the Wheaton North seventh, Sloan earned a pair of three-pitch strikeouts (one swinging and one looking) to start the inning before a Wheaton North runner reached on an error. After a pitching change and a walk, Danko came in to record the third out on a strikeout to set up York in the bottom of the seventh. In the York half of the seventh, Hughes doubled to lead off the inning and went to third on Grzywa’s sacrifice bunt to third. A ground out to first kept Hughes at third before Nico Ruggieri singled in Hughes to win the game for the Dukes. York had
seven hits in the game. Danko had a hit, a run scored and an RBI. Ruggieri had two hits and the game-winning RBI. Fleming went 1-for-3, as did Chael. Noah Jones went 1-for-2 with a walk. Gami drew a walk, while Hughes went 1-for-3 with a run scored. Hughes and Jones each had a double and Danko homered. Danko was the winning pitcher in relief.
York moved to 28-9 with the win against St. Charles East, which ties it for the second-most wins in program history. The 1994 team that won a regional title went 28-12, while the 1993 team that won the Class AA state championship won 32 games.
For the first time ever, the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office is dedicating DMV services exclusively for teen drivers every Saturday during the summer at select facilities, Secretary Alexi Giannoulias announced recently.
The Teen Summer DMV initiative, which includes opening 12 additional DMVs on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 1 to Aug. 31, will cater exclusively to helping teens get their driver’s licenses or permits quickly and conveniently. The effort is part
of Giannoulias’ modernization plan to create efficiencies and reduce wait times.
“Teen-only DMVs provide working parents, who can’t take time off work during the week to shuttle their child to a DMV, a convenient weekend option where they can make an appointment without waiting,” Giannoulias said.
“Getting your first driver’s license is an exciting milestone, and we want to ensure the experience is as easy as possible for Illinois teens and their par-
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runs scored and an RBI. Berigan had a hit and an RBI. Carrillo had a hit and a run scored. Jelic had a hit and a run scored. Freshman Sophie Schaeffer had an RBI. Hoffman had a hit and an RBI. Russ went 2-for2 with two runs scored, two home runs and three RBI. Emily Kramer had a hit and an RBI. Dwyer, Cahill
Anthony Bucolo fires a pitch during a recent U12 baseball
and Zito each hit solo home runs. Zito scored two runs. The Knights hit six home runs in the game and walked seven times. Raffaelli stole two bases. Carrillo and sophomore Aniella Talluto combined to throw a three-inning no-hitter. Carrillo struck out three, while Talluto struck out five in two innings.
To raise awareness, Giannoulias is promoting the Teen Summer DMV program through social media, letters to parents and their teens who will be eligible for a driver’s license this summer and community engagement with high schools.
During teen service hours, the office will also have a selfie station for newly licensed drivers and will provide important information on data protection, such as making sure the driver’s license number and address are covered when posting to social media. The locations offering teen hours will use geolocation features on social media to provide a filter specific to the program.
State law requires teen drivers and a parent or guardian to visit a DMV in person to complete testing and identity verification prior to receiving their first driver’s license. Illinois DMVs experience an influx of customers during the summer months, especially among
teen drivers who make the switch from an instruction permit to a driver’s license.
Parents and teens can call (800) 252-8980 to schedule an appointment at any of the 12 DMV locations.
The designated teen service hours will make an additional 1,000 appointments per week available to accommodate the nearly 9,000 current permit holders who become eligible for a license this summer. The Teen DMVs will also free up appointments during the week for those needing in-person DMV visits.
Teen service hours will be offered at the following locations: Addison, Aurora, Bethalto, Belvidere, Bridgeview, Chicago West, Des Plaines, Elgin, Joliet, Lake Zurich, Plano and St. Charles.
The DMV facilities were chosen based on data revealing the highest percentage of teen drivers and the state’s busiest facilities. In addition
to the Teen Summer DMVs, 15 other DMVs operate on Saturdays, including two of the largest facilities in the state located on the north and south sides of Chicago. Teens are welcome to make appointments at those facilities on Saturdays as well.
Teen drivers interested in obtaining their first license will be scheduled for 10-minute appointments if they have already completed the required behind-the-wheel driving tests through their high school or commercial driving facility. If they need to complete a driving test at a DMV, they will be scheduled for a 30-minute appointment. Teens who need driving permits can also schedule an appointment to take a written test.
While teen drivers are not required to hold a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, they are encouraged to apply for one during these designated teen hours. A list of REAL ID requirements is available at realid.ilsos.gov.
The Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts (ECPA) has scheduled GRAMMY™ Award-winning, Chicago-based percussion quartet, Third Coast Percussion to take the stage at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 6, in Elmhurst City Centre.
Third Coast Percussion has been noted for its “inspirational sense of fun and curiosity” (Minnesota Star-Tribune) and continues to delight audiences worldwide with its uniquely compelling programs.
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York’s win over East tied it for the secondmost wins in program history. The Dukes are playing in the Class 4A St. Charles North sectional this week.
Ahead of its 20th anniversary in 2025, the ensemble is embarking on the most ambitious collaborative projects of their career, with some of the world’s leading musicians, choreographers, and composers from around the world.
On June 6, Third Coast Percussion will perform with local musicians— Maggie Crichton of Timothy
Christian High School, Ian Szetela (York ‘24), and Alexi Malamis, Lauren Mikos and Quinton Pintozzi of York High School. The students will play under the direction of Mason Lampa (York ‘20 and DePaul University, Jazz Studies, ‘24).
“Playing with accomplished musicians like this is an incredible learning and life experience for these kids. I’m proud that we continue to offer these rare, memorable moments that inspire them to pursue their passion,” said Cathy Richardson, ECPA Board member and lead vocalist of Jefferson Starship.
“An Intimate Evening with Third Coast Percussion” is made possible by the generous support of The
DuPage County Small Non-Profit ARPA Program.
Group, VIP, Lounge, Student, and Adult/Senior tickets are available. This event is family friendly. Special pre-event dining options are available for attendees. Follow the “EVENTS” tab at www.ECPA-Elmhurst.org The Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to building a state-of-the-art venue for live music, theater, dance, comedy, and events to serve the western suburbs.
To get involved and for sponsorship, volunteer, and donation opportunities, contact ECPA via email at ECPAElmhurst@gmail.com.
This banner started off the 106th annual Elmhurst Memorial Day Parade followed by the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING AND PLANNING COMMISSION/ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
CASE NUMBER 24 P 08
Request for Conditional Use Permit and Conditional Use Permit for Planned Unit Development with Site Development Allowances
Notice is hereby given that the Elmhurst Zoning and Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 7:00 p.m., in the Elmhurst City Hall, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, Illinois. The purpose of this hearing is to consider a request by the applicant, David Meek, attorney on behalf of Melody Rae Motors, Inc. dba Honda on Grand (property owner CND Realty LLC, James Perrin, General Counsel) for a Conditional Use Permit for a pylon sign and a Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development with Site Development Allowances pursuant to Sections 22.26 and 22.31 of the Elmhurst Zoning Ordinance at the property commonly known as 300 W. Grand Avenue, Elmhurst, Illinois for the purpose of constructing building additions and façade renovations to the existing Honda dealership building and replacing a pylon sign.
Following is a legal description of the subject property:
LOT 1 IN NARCO ELMHURST CENTRE SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
PIN 03-26-205-009
The common street address for the subject property is 300 W. Grand Avenue in Elmhurst, Illinois, 60126. The subject property is located within the C3: General Commercial District.
If you have any questions regarding this case, please contact the Community Development Department at 630-530-3121.
Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in this meeting, should contact Emily Palm, ADA Compliance Officer, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., City of Elmhurst, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126, call 630-530-3770 or email HR@elmhurst.org within a reasonable time before the meeting. Please provide as much notice as possible for sign language interpreting requests.
Eileen Franz, City Planner
(Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 30, 2024) 456372
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING AND PLANNING COMMISSION/ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
CASE NUMBER 24 ZBA 05
Request for Variation
Notice is hereby given that the Elmhurst Zoning and Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at 7:00 p.m., in the Elmhurst City Hall, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, Illinois. The purpose of this hearing is to consider a request by Christie Pruyn, property owner, for a Variation from the side yard setback requirement at the property commonly known as 370 N. Addison Avenue, Elmhurst, Illinois for the purpose of reconstructing a detached garage.
Following is a legal description of the subject property:
THE SOUTH 50 FEET OF LOT 4 IN BLOCK 13 IN ALBERT D. GRAUE’S SUBDIVISION OF NORTH ELMHURST, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE SOUTHEAST ¼ OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRONCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED FEBRUARY 28, 1907, AS DOCUMENT 90043, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
PIN: 03-35-411-021
The common street address is 370 N. Addison Avenue, Elmhurst, IL. The subject property is located within the R2 Single-Family Residence District.
If you have any questions regarding this case, please contact the Community Development Department at 630-530-3121.
Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in this meeting, should contact Emily Palm, ADA Compliance Officer, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., City of Elmhurst, 209 N. York Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126, call 630-530-3770 or email HR@elmhurst.org within a reasonable time before the meeting. Please provide as much notice as possible for sign language interpreting requests.
Eileen Franz, City Planner
(Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 30, 2024) 456373
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These kids were all smiles as the 106th annual Elmhurst Memorial Day Parade came around Wilder Park.
Lori Tompkins gives a big wave from the car that drove her through the Memorial Day Parade on Monday. A U.S. Army veteran, Tompkins served during Operation Desert Storm. A few years back, she was the first woman ever to serve as Grand Marshal.
Rus Strahan offers a salute to the reviewing stand as Grand Marshal of the 106th Elmhurst Memorial Day Parade. Strahan was a Petty Officer 2nd Class in the U.S. Navy and served in the Vietnam War.
What a way to ride
Left: This little fellow gives a hearty wave as he passes the reviewing stand at the 106th Elmhurst Memorial Day Parade on Monday.
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Gathering with friends and family gives everyone the opportunity to share memories, express emotions, and find comforting support. Whether you choose burial or cremation; whether you select a formal funeral or a more relaxed memorial service, the need for acknowledgment of the loss with family and friends is ever present. We can help you create a unique meaningful ceremony to express the genuine individuality of your loved one.
We offer families a beautiful setting in which to come together to honor your loved one. But, you may certainly choose to celebrate their life in a more unique setting. No matter where you decide to gather together, such a service will make a difference in the lives of all who attend.
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