Month in Review: Authorities Strike Gold, Man Charged in Home Invasion, Locals Launch Business

September was a busy month for news in Glen Ellyn. Let's stop and take a look back at some of the top news stories for the month. 

William E. Brock was indicted in California in connection with conspiring to distribute marijuana. Authorities found $1.3 million in gold and silver at his Ogden Avenue storage unit. 

Sex Offender Watch: A Map of Homes to Keep on Your Radar this Halloween

There are 13 registered sex offenders listed as living in Glen Ellyn, according to the Illinois Sex Offender Registry. See what else we discovered about them.

Wheaton Man Charged in Glen Ellyn Home Invasion Sunday Night

Jeffrey H. Beard, 64, of the 1400 block of Avery Avenue, Wheaton, was charged with home invasion after he entered a Glen Ellyn home brandishing a gun and threatened the occupants.

Glen Ellyn Man Cited After Pit Bull Attacks Toddler

An 11-month-old child was bitten in the face Monday by a 2-year-old pit bull Terrier.

Glenbard West Grad Signs with the New York Knicks

John Shurna, a graduate of Glenbard West signed a deal Monday with the Knicks.

Glenbard South Teacher an Illinois Teacher of the Year Finalist

A physics teacher from Glenbard South is one of nine finalists for the Teacher of the Year.

A Glen Ellyn couple has opened Bottle & Bottega, which offers an evening of painting in a party environment.

Former Glendale Heights Wealth Advisor Indicted on 50 Counts in Ponzi Scheme

Lawrence Leland “Lee” Loomis, 54, of Granite Bay, CA, was indicted Friday. He dealt with Glen Ellyn residents as the owner of the Glendale Heights-based Advantage Group Inc.

Gas Guzzler Drive Off, Rash of Thefts at Glenbard West: Police Blotter

The Glen Ellyn Police Department reports for Sept. 3-9.

Officials are asking the public to contact law enforcement with any information related to the arrest of Robert Theodore, 60, of Woodridge, who was actively training track and cross country athletes.

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