Kane County Reporter

Kane County Local Government Meetings today.

Hydrant maintenance program enters second year with repainting initiative

GO Painters will commence the sandblasting and painting of 31 hydrants in the Village starting March 6, 2025.

Illinois moves closer to ending senior driver test requirement

Legislation aimed at ending the automatic driving test requirement for older drivers in Illinois is advancing towards a final vote.

Third Street pavement patching begins May 12 with temporary closures

Downtown Third Street will undergo pavement patching starting Monday, May 12.

Montgomery opens nominations for Volunteer of the Year Awards

The Village of Montgomery is once again holding its Volunteer of the Year Awards Program in 2025.

central community unit school district shares updates on sports events and student achievements

Central Community Unit School District provides updates on recent events including a pivotal girls' soccer match against Prairie Ridge on May 6th and celebrates its school nurses on May 7th while highlighting student entrepreneurship successes...

St. Charles welcomes new and returning city officials after oath ceremony

On May 5, a ceremony was held to welcome the newly elected and re-elected officials of St. Charles into office.

In 2023-24 school year, 73.6% of Kaneland Community Unit School District 302 students failed math portion of IAR

In the 2023-24 school year, 73.6% of Kaneland Community Unit School District 302 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Local Government Meeting today in Kane County

Kane County City Council Meeting starting at 3 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Montgomery hosts free paper shredding event on May 10

The Village of Montgomery, in collaboration with Earthmover Credit Union, is organizing a free paper shredding event for the community on Saturday, May 10.

Central Community Unit School District 301 highlights sports events and community engagement

Central Community Unit School District 301 recently shared updates about school sports events and kindergarten introductions via social media posts dated May 5-6, 2025.

National Police Week commemorates fallen and injured law enforcement officers

National Police Week is observed annually during the week of May 15th to honor law enforcement officers who have sacrificed their lives or sustained injuries while performing their duties.

Governor Pritzker appoints brother-in-law to U of I board

Governor Pritzker has appointed his brother-in-law to the University of Illinois Board of Trustees.

Did Aurora West Unit School District 129 students fail or pass their 2023-24 ELA tests?

In the 2023-24 school year, 74.1% of Aurora West Unit School District 129 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Local Government Meeting today in Kane County

Kane County City Council Meeting starting at 6 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Government events this week in Kane County: May 4-10

The following events are scheduled to take place in Kane County this week.

Electric system improvements planned for Woodland Hills

Interruptions in electricity service are not anticipated during the initial phase of work.

Public servants recognized for vital contributions during annual appreciation week

During Public Service Recognition Week, which runs through May 10, 2025, the dedication of public servants in St. Charles is being acknowledged.

Village releases annual water quality report for 2024

The Village has announced the availability of its Annual Water Quality Report for 2024, which is a legal requirement.

central school district highlights local sports and education achievements