Naperville

You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen, Comet and Cupid, Donner and Blitzen. But do you recall the world’s largest reindeer of all? Chicagoans can now see it up-close and personal as Reindeer Events announces the World’s Largest Reindeer attraction, open in suburban Naperville. The massive illuminated structure changes colors and promises to dazzle kids and families at...

Two lifelong friends from Naperville were among the eight people who died Friday when a stampede occurred at a Houston music festival. NBC 5’s Christian Farr has the details.

The Cardinals, North Central College’s football team, is the number one college football team in the country in Division 3.

Nothing says scary like a zombie maze, spine-chilling performances and interactive experiences such as Frankenstein’s Laboratory and Dracula’s Lair. That is exactly what you will find this weekend at Naper Settlement’s All Hallow’s Eve event.

Naperville North High School is canceling classes Friday for the second time in a little over three weeks for another threat at the school, District 203 officials said.

Seven individuals, including two former postal carriers, have been charged in a financial crimes and money laundering scheme involving the United States Postal Service, according to the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office. NBC 5’s Chris Coffey reports.

Seven individuals, including two former postal carriers, have been charged in a financial crimes and money laundering scheme involving the United States Postal Service, according to the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office.

Two men were shot during an altercation that erupted when they met with a third person to make a “transaction” Sunday in Naperville, police said.

After several months of discussions, Naperville Community Unit School District 203 and the union representing 1,500 teachers announced a tentative contract agreement Monday, averting a possible strike.

A strike threat has loomed over Naperville District 203 for months. On Sunday, there appeared to be some movement toward a settlement. NBC 5’s Christian Farr reports.

Contract negotiations continued Wednesday between Naperville School District 203 and representatives of the district’s teachers union, as a strike looms just days before the school year begins. NBC 5’s Chris Coffey reports.

Contract negotiations continued Wednesday between Naperville School District 203 and representatives of the district’s teachers union, as a strike looms just days before the school year begins.

Teachers in suburban Naperville rallied as District 203 officials return to the bargaining table amid contract negotiations ahead of the new school year. Lisa Chavarria reports.

Some Illinois residents are keeping a close eye on developments in Afghanistan as Taliban forces take over the country following the withdrawal of U.S. troops.

A 17-year-old from Naperville teamed up with her father to join the record books by mountain climbing. Mike Berman reports.

One Girl Scouts camp in Illinois is requiring all campers and staffers to wear a face covering while on the grounds despite their COVID-19 vaccination status.

Sarah Rodriguez, a competitive eater from Naperville, placed second and set a personal record in the women’s competition at Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest on Sunday.

Naperville competitive eating couple reveals how they prep for Nathan’s hot dog contest.

No, Sarah and Juan Rodriguez aren’t eating an absurd amount of hot dogs every day in preparation for inhaling encased meat on the national competitive eating stage this weekend.

After a tornado tore through Naperville and Woodridge Sunday night, residents banded together to help one another during this time of need. NBC 5’s Lexi Sutter has their inspiring stories.