October, 2025 Stories | Kane County Reporter

In 2023-24 school year, Hispanic students had highest representation in Kane County schools

By D. K. Ellis | Oct 21, 2025

In Kane County schools, there were more Hispanic students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Montgomery announces free curbside leaf collection starting October 27

By N. A. Naylor | Oct 21, 2025

The Village of Montgomery Public Works Department will start its annual free curbside leaf collection program on Monday, October 27.

Central Community Unit School District 301 highlights reading program and sports events in October updates

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 21, 2025

Central Community Unit School District 301 shared updates on educational initiatives and athletic events on October 21, 2025.

City of Elgin announces fall leaf collection schedule and guidelines

By L. A. Shell | Oct 21, 2025

On-street leaf collection in certain neighborhoods will begin on Monday, October 27, and continue through Thursday, December 4.

Village of Gilberts plans annual fall bonfire at Memorial Park

By J. V. Anderson | Oct 21, 2025

The Village of Gilberts has announced its annual Fall Bonfire event, which will take place at Memorial Park on Saturday, October 18, 2025.

Central Community Unit School District 301 highlights staff and student achievements in recent posts

By J. V. Anderson | Oct 20, 2025

Central Community Unit School District 301 shared updates on teacher recognition, community events, and student athletic achievements through several posts made on October 19 and October 20, 2025.

Campton Hills responds to criminal charges against police department employees

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 20, 2025

The Village of Campton Hills has acknowledged the criminal charges announced on October 16, 2025, by the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office against current and former employees of the Campton Hills Police Department.

Senator DeWitte highlights transit funding proposals and state budget concerns

By N. A. Naylor | Oct 20, 2025

State lawmakers returned to Springfield last week for the first part of the annual fall Veto Session.

Kane County to hold government meetings Oct. 19-25

By K. F. Palmer | Oct 20, 2025

During this week, Kane County will host these events.

Kane County hosts Local Government Meeting today

By K. F. Palmer | Oct 20, 2025

Kane County City Council Meeting starting at 1 pm today — here's what you need to know!

This week's entertainment events in Kane County: Oct. 19-25

By K. D. George | Oct 19, 2025

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Kane County this week.

Kane County home sales in week ending Oct. 11

By H. M. Baldwin | Oct 18, 2025

There were 118 reported residential sales in Kane County in the week ending Oct. 11, according to BlockShopper.com.

Central Community Unit School District 301 announces events and achievements in latest posts

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 18, 2025

Central Community Unit School District 301 shared news about a new Trunk or Treat event at Central High School as well as updates on recent activities and sports achievements in posts dated October 17-18.

Central Community Unit School District 301 highlights sports event and student achievement

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 17, 2025

Central Community Unit School District 301 shared updates on Twitter about an upcoming football game against another central team on October 16-17, celebrated reaching social media milestones compared to STC 303, and highlighted CHS senior Elinor...