City of Naperville

About Naperville: Located 28 miles west of Chicago, Naperville, Ill., is home to approximately 145,000 people. This vibrant, thriving City consistently ranks as a top community in the nation in which to live, raise children and retire. The City is home to acclaimed public and parochial schools, the best public library system in the country, an array of healthcare options and an exceptionally low crime rate. Naperville has ready access to a variety of public transportation, housing and employment options. The City’s diversified employer base features high technology firms, retailers and factories, as well as small and home-based businesses. Residents also enjoy world-class parks, diverse worship options, the opportunity to serve on several City boards and commissions, a thriving downtown shopping and dining area, a renowned outdoor history museum known as Naper Settlement and an active civic community. For more information, please visit our website at www.naperville.il.us.

Late night hotel fire results in estimated $8 million in damages, no reported injuries

The photo provided by the Naperville Fire Department features the firefighters and equipment responding to a structure fire caused by lightning at the Tru...

Naperville Police Ramp Up DUI, Seat Belt Enforcement for Fourth of July

The Naperville Police Department is participating in an Independence Day traffic enforcement campaign through July 6 focused on impaired and unbuckled drivers. “We’re asking all...

Naperville Firefighters respond to car fire inside attached garage

Structure fire in 1000 Block of Devonshire Court results in estimated $150,000 in damages, no injuries were reported. The residence was deemed uninhabitable. (PN...

Naperville Police Arrest Three Following Investigation into June 18 Armed Robbery 

Above / PN file photos are used to help flag stories related to Naperville Police and Fire Department responses to investigations and emergency calls,...

Community Fireworks Show set to return to Frontier Sports Complex on July 4, 2026

The Independence Day Fireworks display again will be co-hosted by Naperville Park District and City of Naperville. The annual Naperville Community Fireworks Show to commemorate...

Special Citywide Brush Collection Begins Week of June 15

Special Citywide Brush Collection will address tree, brush debris from severe weather events on June 10, 2026. Thanks for patience from residents and for all...

‘A Seat for Everyone’ Invites Community Members to Build Relationships, Deepen Sense of Belonging in Naperville

All are invited to July 1 kickoff at Stevenson Hall in the Wentz Science Center, 131 S. Loomis Street, on the North Central College...

Naperville Accepting Applications for 2027 Special Event Permits

Completed applications must be submitted by July 8, 2026 The City of Naperville is accepting special event applications for events occurring during the 2027 calendar year....

Naperville Police Arrest Felon on Probation Allegedly in Possession of a Handgun

The following is a joint release from the Naperville Police Department and the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office DuPage County State's Attorney Robert Berlin and...

Naperville Police Arrest 9 and Issue Dozens of Citations During June 1 Event

NPD Public Information Office Report  On June 1, 2026, at approximately 5PM, large groups consisting of mostly juveniles began to gather in the downtown business...