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The programs are intended for new public or expanded services. Applicants must serve residents whose household income is less than 80% of the area average

One such issue that some DeKalb aldermen said they wanted to see up for potential discussion on an agenda is downtown parking fees for large special events, like DeKalb Corn Fest.

The DeKalb Police Benevolent and Protective Association and DeKalb Target are accepting donations for their annual “Heroes and Helpers” event Dec. 7.

Erected in November 1896, the DeKalb County Soldiers and Sailors Monument – a memorial dedicated in ode to Civil War veterans – has a long history, once complicated by theft.

The length of the walk was meant to symbolize the fact that 22 veterans or service members die by suicide daily, according to the American Legion.

Army veteran Mike Crawford built two Sycamore businesses, coached youth sports, and survived a rare liver disease – crediting military discipline and mental toughness for every step.

In 1961, Jerry Smith was washing windows at a JCPenney in Dixon when he thought he caught a lucky break: He’d found a job at a shoe store that would pay him $60 a week. Fast forward a few decades to NIU, Army service in Germany, a mayoral term: "I have been so blessed," he said.

For many, efforts to thank U.S. veterans for their service don’t extend beyond the usual holidays and parades. But one Cortland man has taken it upon himself to make sure veterans aren’t forgotten long after their deaths.

Wartime chronicles written by a Civil War veteran steeped in Sandwich history have been rediscovered by a Malta man who has a knack for finding historical items.

In the heart of Sycamore, dozens of U.S. veterans lie buried under DeKalb County soil. To preserve their legacies, every year in the early fall, the DeKalb County History Center joins forces with the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War

The annual DeKalb County Toy Run, put on by the DeKalb County Marines, set out to raise donations to help uplift the spirits of children and their families with toys around the holiday season.

The fanfare that Joey, a golden retriever with Canines 4 Christ, receives from many offers a stark contrast to how Vietnam veterans were initially greeted upon their return from war.

‘How to Train Your Dragon’-inspired event coming to DeKalb library Nov. 8

The owners of a Sycamore restaurant that was heavily damaged in a September fire said their property was deemed a total loss, but they’re still exploring the next steps for their family business.

For one day, two third-grade classrooms from Southeast Elementary School in Sycamore stepped back in time at the historic North Grove School to experience what it was like to learn and play in a one-room schoolhouse in the 1800s.

A Genoa woman was charged after police allege she intentionally hit multiple people with her vehicle off Illinois Route 38 when they tried to flee from her attack near a rural field, according to records filed in DeKalb County court this week.

The Kishwaukee Valley Art League will host several programs and events in November at the Gallery on State, 322 W. State St., Sycamore.

The Friends of the DeKalb Public Library will host a fall book sale to support the library’s materials, books, and programs.

The month’s featured speaker is Matt Stark, a Hy-Vee dietician.

As a salute to the men and women who have served this country, several DeKalb-area shops are offering free and reduced oil change offers for Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11.

Family Service Agency of DeKalb County announced its plans to host Community Shoe Box, a charity organization that aims to provide a space to collect and give away shoes for those in need.

It’s been one of those years for Northern Illinois.  Very little has gone right for the 2-7 Huskies, and the bad news on Wednesday began as soon as the ball was kicked off in a 42-3 loss to Toledo.

NIU was outplayed in all three phases at Toledo on Wednesday night, resulting in a humbling 42-3 loss at the Glass Bowl. The issues began with allowing former Huskie Trayvon Rudolph to return the opening kickoff for a touchdown.

NIU was outplayed in all three phases at Toledo on Wednesday night, resulting in a humbling 42-3 loss at the Glass Bowl. The issues began with allowing former Huskie Trayvon Rudolph to return the opening kickoff for a touchdown.

The city of DeKalb’s annual leaf collection is underway for residents through December.