Rick West

If your new year comes with a new resolution to take a break from drinking, you’re not alone. The Dry January initiative, which launched in 2013, gains more in popularity each year. A 2025 Gallup survey showed that 54% of U.S. adults say they drink, the l... See more

A new year brings with it the promise of a plethora of new restaurants that are anticipated to open in the suburbs in 2026. Here’s a taste of what we know is to come, including Chicago darling avec, The Grand Social House & Tavern and two locations fr... See more

We’re just days away from bidding goodbye to 2025. If you’re still looking for something to do, we’ve got some places where you can eat, drink and play while counting down to 2026. Dave & Buster’s Dave & Buster’s has New Year’s Eve covered for fam... See more

The DuPage Foundation has awarded $100,000 in emergency food response grants to five agencies to help fight food insecurity. Loaves & Fishes Community Services, Neighborhood Food Pantries, The Outreach House, People’s Resource Center and West Suburban... See more

It only stands to reason that one of the last dry towns in the suburbs would be the first to get a non-alcoholic bottle shop. Neer Beer N/A Beverage Company opened recently in downtown Wheaton. Jason Krapausky, a longtime Wheaton resident, says his is the... See more