Kane County Reporter

Athletes from around the world, including Illinois, will kick off the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris this week. As current Illinois athletes compete, there is also a reflection on past Olympians such as Harold Osborn, who made history in Paris 100 years ago.

Rep. Ugaste stresses road safety amid rise in vehicle-bicycle crashes

Rep. Ugaste: Safety First On The Roads

Illinois' economic performance lags behind other states, CGFA report finds

A recent CGFA report outlines Illinois’ poor economic performance compared to other states. "There’s no reason our state should be lagging the nation in any of these metrics," stated an official from the Illinois Research Commission. "We have the power to change the trajectory of our state by reversing the bad public policies that drive people and job creators away from Illinois."

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Kane County in week ending July 20

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Kane County was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Listeria outbreak linked to deli meat results in fatality in Illinois

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning advising individuals who are pregnant, aged 65 or older, or have weakened immune systems to avoid deli counter meat unless it is reheated to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. This advisory follows a multi-state Listeria outbreak that has resulted in one fatality in Illinois.

Rep. Ugaste and IEMA to host emergency management event in South Elgin

State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) will host an event with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) on Thursday, August 1, at the South Elgin Public Works Building. The event is scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. and will last approximately 30 minutes. The South Elgin Public Works Building is located at 1000 Bowes Road.

New Illinois State DAV Commander announced

A former volunteer with the Marion VA has taken the title as the new Illinois State Disabled American Veteran (DAV) Commander.

Sen. Don DeWitte: 'I was proud to support this bill'

Sen. Don DeWitte announced the passage of Senate Bill 2824, stating that the aim of the bill is "to provide a sense of stability and normalcy during an otherwise tumultuous time in these children's lives." He made the statement in a July 19 Facebook post.

Government events this week in Kane County: July 21-27

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

1 gas station in cities throughout Kane County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending July 20

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Kane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Rep. Ugaste hosts Constituent Coffee event in St. Charles

Rep. Ugaste will host a Constituent Coffee event at the Arcedium Coffeehouse in St. Charles on Tuesday, July 23, from 8-9 a.m. The event aims to discuss issues facing the 65th District and provide an opportunity for constituents to express their views on current state affairs.

McClain seeks separate trial from Madigan amid defense strategy concerns

Michael McClain, a longtime confidant of former Speaker Mike Madigan, is scheduled to go on trial with him on October 8. The charges include racketeering, bribery, fraud, and attempted extortion. However, McClain's legal team contends that Madigan's defense strategy appears to involve placing blame on McClain.

IPASS encore event scheduled as turnout exceeds expectations

Turnout for the July 10 IPASS on Demand event held by State Rep. Dan Ugaste and Senator Don DeWitte in St. Charles exceeded expectations, with over 100 individuals exchanging their plastic IPASS transponders for new stickers being phased in by the Illinois Tollway.

U.S. Rep. Foster votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections