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Elgin residents paid 13th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during September

Elgin residents paid $3.7 million in sales taxes, the 13th highest total paid per municipality in September.

By Kane County Reporter | Dec 19, 2024

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Local Government Meetings today in Kane County

By Kane County Reporter | Dec 19, 2024

Kane County Local Government Meetings today.

Local Government Meeting today in Kane County

By Kane County Reporter | Dec 18, 2024

Kane County City Council Meeting starting at 7 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Illinois introduces five new laws for 2025

By Kane County Reporter | Dec 18, 2024

Five new laws will come into effect in Illinois in 2025, according to the Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans.

Lame duck session to begin in Springfield on January 4, 2025

By Kane County Reporter | Dec 18, 2024

When the assembly reconvenes in Springfield on January 4, 2025, it will mark the beginning of a "lame duck" session.

Local Government Meeting today in Kane County

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

Illinois Farm Bureau introduces Roots Lager to share its agricultural story

The Illinois Farm Bureau has introduced a new craft beer named Roots Lager.

Illinois issues over 155K IDs and licenses to noncitizens under new law

More than 155,000 standard IDs and driver's licenses have been issued to noncitizens in Illinois within five months of a new law coming into effect.

Holiday season sees rise in text and email scams

Text and email scams are increasingly common, particularly during the holiday season.

Local Government Meeting today in Kane County

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

Government events this week in Kane County: Dec. 15-21

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

Senator DeWitte prepares for new assembly amid ongoing Madigan trial

It has been a few weeks since the Illinois legislature adjourned for the holiday break following the 2024 Fall Veto Session.

Illinois faces challenges with gerrymandering affecting fair representation

Gerrymandering remains a significant issue in Illinois, according to recent discussions and reports.

Illinois State Police squad car hit while responding to crash

An Illinois State Police (ISP) squad car was struck while responding to an existing crash in Downers Grove, according to CBS Chicago.

Bill of Rights Day commemorates key constitutional amendments

By Kane County Reporter | Dec 15, 2024

On December 15, 2024, the United States marks Bill of Rights Day, celebrating the anniversary of the signing of the First Ten Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

Prairie State sales taxes: St. Charles residents paid 20th-largest sum in September

By Kane County Reporter | Dec 14, 2024

St. Charles residents paid $2.9 million in sales taxes, the 20th highest total paid per municipality in September.

Illinois announces upcoming changes to driver's licenses

By Kane County Reporter | Dec 13, 2024

The Illinois Secretary of State's office has announced forthcoming changes to driver's licenses in the state.

Statehouse increases security following recent incidents

By Kane County Reporter | Dec 13, 2024

Thank you to the Illinois State Capitol Police, the Illinois State Police, and all who keep our Capitol Complex safe so we can do the work of the people.