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Aurora mayor addresses ICE presence and urges peaceful protest

By J. V. Anderson | Oct 16, 2025

The City of Aurora experienced several reported sightings of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on October 9, prompting concern among residents, particularly within the Hispanic community.

Entertainment event this weekend in Kane County: Friday, Oct. 17 - Sunday, Oct. 19

By N. M. Lyles | Oct 16, 2025

Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in Kane County this weekend.

St. Charles Fire Department schedules water main flushing for October 22

By J. V. Anderson | Oct 16, 2025

The St. Charles Fire Department plans to flush water mains at 3755 Illinois Avenue on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

St. Charles Fire Department to conduct hydrant flow testing on October 22

By N. A. Naylor | Oct 16, 2025

The St. Charles Fire Department will carry out hydrant flow testing at 3755 Illinois Ave. on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

St. Charles seeks proposals for final First Street Redevelopment Project parcel

By N. A. Naylor | Oct 16, 2025

The City of St. Charles has announced it is seeking proposals from developers for the last available lot in the downtown First Street Redevelopment Project.

Local government meetings today in Kane County

By K. F. Palmer | Oct 16, 2025

Kane County Local Government Meetings today.

Central Community Unit School District 301 shares jobs and highlights staff in recent posts

By J. V. Anderson | Oct 16, 2025

Central Community Unit School District 301 announced job opportunities and highlighted English teacher Brooke Thornton in tweets posted on October 15-16, 2025.

Elgin seeks public input on proposed ban of single-use plastic checkout bags

By K. J. Neal | Oct 15, 2025

The city of Elgin is considering a new ordinance aimed at reducing single-use items, specifically plastic checkout bags, in the community.

Central Community Unit School District 301 updates families on school schedule and events

By J. V. Anderson | Oct 15, 2025

Central Community Unit School District 301 used its Twitter account from October 13-15, 2025, to inform families about school closures, extracurricular events, and opportunities for engagement.

Kane County hosts Local Government Meeting today

By K. F. Palmer | Oct 15, 2025

Kane County Local Government Meeting today — event starts at 7 pm.

Village of Hampshire schedules fall 2025 fire hydrant flushing program

By N. A. Naylor | Oct 15, 2025

The Village of Hampshire has announced that its Public Works department will begin a fire hydrant flushing program in the fall of 2025.

GOP Chair McNaul says Batavia council silent as anti-ICE activist protests Laken Riley law: ‘A hollow slap in the face’

By Kane County Reporter reports | Oct 14, 2025

Rose McNaul, chairman of the Batavia Township Republican Central Committee, said she was “appalled” by the Oct. 6 Batavia City Council meeting, where she says divisive anti-ICE rhetoric went unchallenged.

DHS arrests suspect after rock attack on federal officers in Aurora

By M. J. Mueller | Oct 14, 2025

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced on X that it arrested an individual in Aurora, Illinois, following an attack on federal officers.

Montgomery opens nominations for annual Halloween display contest

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 14, 2025

The Montgomery Beautification Committee has opened registration for its annual Halloween Display Contest, inviting residents to nominate homes and businesses with notable Halloween decorations.

Kane County hosts Local Government Meetings today

By K. F. Palmer | Oct 14, 2025

Kane County Local Government Meetings today.

Senator DeWitte highlights ethics reform efforts amid return to Springfield

By J. V. Anderson | Oct 14, 2025

Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan reported to prison on October 13 after being convicted earlier this year on ten counts, including bribery, wire fraud, conspiracy, and other corruption charges connected to a scheme involving Commonwealth...

City of Geneva announces hearing for 609 N. Lincoln Ave. patio variation

By N. A. Naylor | Oct 14, 2025

The City of Geneva has updated its Development Projects Map to include a new application for a lot coverage variation at 609 N. Lincoln Ave.

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Which former Kane County area high school athletes will be active on Friday, Oct. 17?

By I. T. Youngblood | Oct 14, 2025

This former Kane County area high school athlete are set to compete on Friday, Oct. 17.

St. Charles announces meet and greet with new police chief Dan Likens

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 13, 2025

The City of St. Charles will hold a Community Meet & Greet event with Police Chief Dan Likens on October 28 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the St. Charles Police Station, located at 1515 W. Main Street.