Features
Award-winning writers, editors, and photographers bringing out the best in Chicago's Western Suburbs.
Entrepreneurs
From tech startups in Naperville to generational family businesses in Wheaton, WEST630 profiles the visionary founders and CEOs who are rewriting the story of Chicago's western suburbs.
Cover Story
When she turned down a corner office in the Loop, her colleagues thought she was making a mistake. Five years later, her DuPage-based company is one of the fastest-growing in Illinois.
Leadership
Three generations. One vision. How the Hartmann family turned a modest printing shop into a regional powerhouse — and why they never considered moving downtown.
Philanthropy
The western suburbs have always had a generous heart. WEST630 celebrates the galas, foundations, and quiet acts of extraordinary giving that define our community.
Gala Season
Inside the most anticipated charity event of the year — the gowns, the guests, and the cause that brought them all together at Drury Lane.
Community
They don't make headlines. They don't seek recognition. But without them, hundreds of families in DuPage County would go without. WEST630 says thank you.
Fashion & Style
Style doesn't stop at the city limits. Our fashion editors bring you the season's most compelling looks, local boutiques, and the people who set the tone west of the Loop.
Style Report
Forget the commuter uniform. The women and men of DuPage County are dressing with intention — and the results are stunning. Our editors report from the front row.
Shopping Guide
From Hinsdale to Wheaton, a new generation of independent boutiques is making the case that the best shopping in the Chicago area isn't on Michigan Avenue.
Dining
From intimate chef's tables to landmark dining rooms, WEST630 guides you to the most extraordinary culinary experiences DuPage County has to offer — no reservation required to dream.
Restaurant of the Year
Chef Marcus Ellison's newest restaurant in Elmhurst has been called the best new table in the Chicago area. After one visit, we understand why. A full review.
Chef Profile
No culinary school. No famous mentor. Just an obsession with ingredients and a dining room that's been fully booked since opening night. Meet the most exciting chef in the suburbs.
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