Hinsdale?s e-Bike ordinance leads to fewer citations, stronger compliance | ChicagoNOW
Hinsdale has been at the forefront of addressing the surge in e-bikes and e-scooters, a trend that has challenged communities across the Chicago region. Back in May 2025, the village moved quickly to pass a new ordinance, step up police enforcement, and launch a series of public education campaigns. Now, just a few months later, new data shows that the proactive approach is paying off ? with a steep decline in citations, fewer complaints, and stronger compliance from riders.
Hinsdale has been at the forefront of addressing the surge in e-bikes and e-scooters, a trend that has challenged communities across the Chicago region. Back in May 2025, the village moved quickly to pass a new ordinance, step up police enforcement, and launch a series of public education campaigns. Now, just a few months later, new data shows that the proactive approach is paying off ? with a steep decline in citations, fewer complaints, and stronger compliance from riders.
Lombard man denied pre-trial release after attacking DuPage deputies, sending three to hospital
A Lombard man has been denied pre-trial release after allegedly battering DuPage County Sheriff's deputies, sending three to the hospital yesterday morning, according to the State's Attorney.
A Lombard man has been denied pre-trial release after allegedly battering DuPage County Sheriff's deputies, sending three to the hospital yesterday morning, according to the State's Attorney.
Aurora flags raised early despite orders to honor Charlie Kirk, citing solemnity of 9/11 tribute
Despite orders from President Trump and Illinois Governor JB Pirtzker, Aurora Mayor John Laesch ordered all flags on city property to be raised to full staff on Sept. 12, which was meant as a time to honor Charlie Kirk, a political activist who was shot and killed on Sept. 10.
Despite orders from President Trump and Illinois Governor JB Pirtzker, Aurora Mayor John Laesch ordered all flags on city property to be raised to full staff on Sept. 12, which was meant as a time to honor Charlie Kirk, a political activist who was shot and killed on Sept. 10.
Naperville 9/11 memorial ceremony
The ceremony took place at the memorial behind the municipal center.
The ceremony took place at the memorial behind the municipal center.
RFK Jr. goes off on 'illegal' vapes imported from China
Federal agents raided a suburban Chicago vape distributor on Wednesday. Here's what we know so far.
Federal agents raided a suburban Chicago vape distributor on Wednesday. Here's what we know so far.
Feds raid suburban Chicago vape distributor
Federal agents raided a suburban Chicago vape distributor on Wednesday. Here's what we know so far.
Federal agents raided a suburban Chicago vape distributor on Wednesday. Here's what we know so far.
Chicago-area ice cream shop owner faces new lawsuit over hidden bathroom cameras
A new lawsuit has been filed against a suburban Chicago ice cream shop owner accused of secretly recording children and employees in his store’s bathroom.
A new lawsuit has been filed against a suburban Chicago ice cream shop owner accused of secretly recording children and employees in his store’s bathroom.
Chicago-area ice cream shop owner faces new lawsuit over hidden bathroom cameras
A new lawsuit has been filed against a suburban Chicago ice cream shop owner accused of secretly recording children and employees in his store?s bathroom.
A new lawsuit has been filed against a suburban Chicago ice cream shop owner accused of secretly recording children and employees in his store?s bathroom.
Lawsuit filed against local ice cream shop owner accused of child porn
A lawsuit is announced against a 58-year-old man who was charged with allegedly recording women and girls in the bathroom of the suburban Chicago ice cream shop he owns
A lawsuit is announced against a 58-year-old man who was charged with allegedly recording women and girls in the bathroom of the suburban Chicago ice cream shop he owns
Body found in Naperville forest preserve identified as missing woman, coroner confirms
A body discovered in a Naperville forest preserve has been identified as a woman who was reported missing in late July, officials said.
A body discovered in a Naperville forest preserve has been identified as a woman who was reported missing in late July, officials said.
FBI arrests suburban man for threatening feds
A suburban man is now in jail accused of plotting to kill federal law enforcement officers.
A suburban man is now in jail accused of plotting to kill federal law enforcement officers.
Pups take over the Morton Arboretum at Tails on the Trails
Grab the leash and bring your best furry friend ? the Morton Arboretum?s Tails on the Trails returns Sunday with dog-friendly trail walks, a lively pet expo featuring more than 40 vendors, and plenty of treats, training tips, and adoption opportunities for animal lovers.
Grab the leash and bring your best furry friend ? the Morton Arboretum?s Tails on the Trails returns Sunday with dog-friendly trail walks, a lively pet expo featuring more than 40 vendors, and plenty of treats, training tips, and adoption opportunities for animal lovers.
Aurora man sentenced after threatening young girls online, having them send him sexual photos: prosecutors
Federal prosecutors say an Aurora man learned his fate this week after enticing young girls to take sexually explicit photos of themselves and send them to him.
Federal prosecutors say an Aurora man learned his fate this week after enticing young girls to take sexually explicit photos of themselves and send them to him.
Two stolen guns, cocaine seized during Aurora traffic stop
Aurora police recovered three loaded guns — two of them stolen — during a late-night traffic stop last weekend that also led to weapons charges for two teenagers.
Aurora police recovered three loaded guns — two of them stolen — during a late-night traffic stop last weekend that also led to weapons charges for two teenagers.
Yorktown Center development plans: New restaurants, stores and green space coming to Lombard
Yorktown Center is planning to welcome new restaurants, stores and expand the community with a communal green space adjacent to new residential complexes.
Yorktown Center is planning to welcome new restaurants, stores and expand the community with a communal green space adjacent to new residential complexes.
Aurora police searching for witness of motorcycle crash
Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a driver who may have witnessed a crash that left a 22-year-old motorcyclist critically injured Tuesday morning in Aurora.
Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a driver who may have witnessed a crash that left a 22-year-old motorcyclist critically injured Tuesday morning in Aurora.
Illinois Powerball player wins $1M in Wednesday's drawing; $1.7B jackpot still up for grabs
A $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in a Chicago suburb, and the jackpot keeps climbing. Here’s what you need to know.
A $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in a Chicago suburb, and the jackpot keeps climbing. Here’s what you need to know.
Aurora teen brutally assaulted senior during robbery attempt, police say
“A violent, unprovoked attack,” Aurora’s police chief said after a 70-year-old was hospitalized. A teen suspect is in custody.
“A violent, unprovoked attack,” Aurora’s police chief said after a 70-year-old was hospitalized. A teen suspect is in custody.
Man charged with pushing park manager into Glen Ellyn pool during rowdy scene
A man has been charged with battery after allegedly pushing a Park District manager into a pool during a chaotic scene at a Glen Ellyn pool earlier this summer.
A man has been charged with battery after allegedly pushing a Park District manager into a pool during a chaotic scene at a Glen Ellyn pool earlier this summer.
Chicago suburb named safest, richest U.S. city in new 2025 ranking
A Chicago suburb just ranked No. 1 on the list of America's safest and richest cities.
A Chicago suburb just ranked No. 1 on the list of America's safest and richest cities.