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Antique Gun Discharges at Wheaton Yard

Antique Gun Discharges at Wheaton Yard

An antique firearm fell to the floor and fired while being worn as part of a Halloween costume on Tuesday night.

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Should businesses allow patrons to carry realistic costume weapons into public dining areas?


Accidents

Accidents

Student Struck and Killed by Train in Wheaton

An 18-year-old Wheaton College freshman died after being struck by a freight train near Main Street.


Violence

Violence

Jury Found Michael Freund Guilty of Murder

A Wheaton jury convicted Michael Freund in the 2023 shooting death of Dexter Perkins at a local bar.

Jury Found Michael Freund Guilty of Murder

Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement

Probation Officer Charged Following Accidental Shooting

A DuPage County official faces felony charges after an accidental firearm discharge in Wheaton.

Probation Officer Charged Following Accidental Shooting