Naperville saw the largest snowfall of the season Tuesday, prompting school districts to cancel school and local businesses to close up shop early.
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Patch reached out to our readers to see what they thought about the decision to close public schools in Naperville and Lisle on Tuesday due to the storm.
Public schools in Naperville and Lisle were closed on Tuesday due to the snow, although many towns to the east like Glen Ellyn and Downers Grove kept public schools open or had early dismissals. Many private schools in the area—who often bring students from further away—were also closed, like Calvary Christian, All Saints Catholic Academy and Benet Academy. Patch reached out to our readers on Facebook to find out whether or not they thought closing the public schools was a good idea: “The driving conditions are pretty poor and it is accumulating fast. After review, I would say the call is confirmed.” – Philippe Lambert, Naperville Patch Facebook. “ISATs were supposed to start today. I thought it was the right call.” – Patty Andrick, …
Heavy snow could make for messy commute Tuesday evening.
Update: 6:18 p.m. March, 5 Naperville Department of Public Works crews are working hard this evening clearing streets of snow and slush throughout Naperville. A winter storm warning remains in effect for Naperville until midnight when snow begins to taper off, according to the National Weather Service. Total snow accumulation of 10 to 12 inches is possible. As of 6 p.m., the Naperville area had a total of about 7 inches of snow on the ground. Winds will pick up to 15 to 25 mph, which could result in drifting snow in open areas, according to the NWS. The National Weather Service forecasts the night-time low temperature will dip to 28 Tuesday and reach a high of 33 Wednesday. Update 2:05 p.m. March, 5 All Naperville School District 203 after…
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The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning that will be in effect from 3 a.m. to midnight Tuesday.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for Chicagoland counties from 3 a.m. to midnight Tuesday and is predicting as much as 9 inches of snow could fall in Naperville. Get news in your inbox. Sign up for the Patch newsletter. Like Naperville Patch on Facebook. "Light snow is expected to spread across northeast Illinois tonight and become more intense toward daybreak Tuesday and persist through Tuesday evening," the warning for five counties including DuPage reads. Five to nine inches of snow are possible Tuesday, and wind gusts will reach 25 mph. Additional accumulation of one to three inches is possible Tuesday night. Heavy snowfall is most likely late Tuesday afternoon, in time for rush-hour traffic. Check …
Naperville Police are looking for more information regarding graffiti found throughout the city during the past year.
Naperville Police are looking for information regarding graffiti being found on numerous pieces of property throughout the past year. Get news in your inbox. Sign up for the Patch newsletter. Like Naperville Patch on Facebook. The word "snow" has been tagged on city utility boxes, stop signs and most recently on several properties in the 200 block of South Main Street in downtown Naperville, according to the Naperville Police Department. The case is under investigation by the Naperville Police Department. Anyone with information about the defacement is asked to call the department at 630-420-6666 or Crime Stoppers at 630-420-6006. Callers to Crime Stoppers can opt to remain anonymous. A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for any …
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Local school officials announce cancellation of after-school activities as well as postponement of an IHSA varsity basketball playoff games due to winter weather advisory.
Update: Feb. 26, 1:57 p.m. With a winter weather advisory calling for 3 to 6 inches of snow for the Naperville area, local school officials announced a few changes to after-school schedules Tuesday. Snow, Rain, Sleet Could Make for Messy Tuesday Evening Commute Both Naperville School District 203 and Indian Prairie School District 204 have canceled all after-school activities Tuesday due to winter weather. "Due to the weather, all after-school activities in the district are canceled for Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013. The YMCA's Safe-n-Sound program will operate as usual today," according to Indian Prairie School District 204. District 203 posted a similar announcement on its website as well as via a TALK203 email to parents and guardians. …
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Considering we haven't had much snow at all, any amount could seem "big."
By Amanda Luevano Heavy snow and freezng rain could make for a slick and slow commute Friday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory in DuPage County from 9 p.m. Thursday to 6 p.m. Friday. Check Naperville Road Conditions Here Snow is expected to develop Thursday evening and continue into Friday, the NWS said Thursday afternoon. The snow may mix with light freezing drizzle or rain Friday morning, making for slick travel. Storm total snowfall amounts of 3 to 7 inches for Naperville are expected, with ice accumulation of less than one-tenth of an inch. Brief white out conditions are possible as heavy snow combines with wind gusts as high as 30 mph through Friday morning, according to the National Weather …
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Motorists should be prepared for snow-covered roads and limited visibility.
By Ted Schnell If you like snow, smile, if not, frown. Regardless, it looks like we’re going to need our shovels this Monday morning. Get news in your inbox. Sign up for the Patch newsletter. Like Naperville Patch on Facebook. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for snow beginning at 10 p.m. Sunday until noon Monday, with 2 to 5 inches of snow expected. Light snow showers may continue through Monday afternoon. The weather service says the storm system is well-organized and reminiscent of an Alberta clipper, a rapidly moving low-pressure system out of Canada that sometimes affects the upper Midwest and the Great Lakes region. This one will bring snow to north-central and northeastern Illinois, as well as far …
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The National Weather Service says up to three inches of snow could fall Thursday night.
The National Weather Service in Romeoville is predicting accumulating snow Thursday night into Friday Morning for the Naperville area. Get news in your inbox. Sign up for the Patch newsletter. Like Naperville Patch on Facebook. The forecast estimates up to three inches of snow. "A fast-moving weather system will bring a period of snow to the area from later tonight into Friday morning," The National Weather Service said in a written release. "Snow will develop from west to east after midnight and taper off from the west early to mid-Friday morning." The areas cold temperatures, lows tonight are predicted to hover around 15 degrees, will mean the snow that falls will likely remain on the ground. Those conditions mean that roads will be …
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Heaviest accumulations of snow fell in the northern suburbs.
A winter weather advisory remains in effect until noon today, according to the National Weather Service. Strong winds, slippery roads and poor visibility are all possible while the winter weather advisory is in effect. Drivers should be prepared for snow-covered roads. The snow is expected to taper off through the morning hours, the Weather Service said. Accumulations of between two-to-four inches were expected early Friday morning, with heavier snow changing to flurries. Snow totals were heaviest in the northern suburbs and lighter to the south, according to WGN Meteorologist Tom Skilling on his weather blog. The city of Naperville provides up-to-date information on plowing throughout the city. For specific information on what areas have …
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