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Niche Restaurant, at 14 S. Third St., Geneva, is marking 20 years in business this year.

The Rising Lights Project, a nonprofit in St. Charles that serves adults with disabilities, is marking its fifth year with a fundraising gala May 9 at the Q Center.

There is still time to cast your ballot early for the March 17 primary election in Kane County. Find out how and where.

Three students from Batavia High School have been selected to showcase their artwork in a statewide exhibition featuring the state’s top high school talents. Their selection also paves the way for scholarship opportunities.

A St. Charles man is charged with attempted murder after police say he charged at officers with a knife, resulting in officers discharging a Taser and a gun at him Friday night.

An investigation is ongoing following gunfire striking a church and a nearby residence in Aurora early on Sunday morning. Multiple guns were recovered by police at the scene.

An Aurora man has been charged by the Illinois Attorney General with 72 counts related to alleged gunrunning in Kane and DuPage counties, including unlawful sale and delivery.

Worried about certain businesses along the Route 64 corridor in St. Charles not matching the “community’s vision,” one alderperson proposed a moratorium on new car washes, gas stations, self storage facilities, drive-through fast food joints and banks.

Local groups have organized a Stand Up for Science and Democracy rally from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday outside the Kane County Circuit Clerk’s Office.

A meeting is planned for Monday on a proposed $90 million taxing district for nearly 600 acres of the LaFox of Campton Hills project.

The city of Batavia is constructing a downtown plaza, replete with beautiful sitting areas, sculptures and local artwork, even a native pollinator garden. The city says the “River Street Plaza” represents more than just a social gathering spot, it’s an investment to inspire the c

Traffic backups are expected to continue through the weekend along Illinois Route 64 in St. Charles as the city works on a water main break needing roadway repairs.

An Algonquin man has pleaded guilty to crimes in McHenry and Kane counties and was sentenced to 7 years in prison in both cases, to be served at the same time.

With barely two weeks to go as the March 17 primary election looms with Geneva’s $59.4 million public safety question before voters, a state representative came out against it.

Kane County March Cutest Pet Contest

The Kane County Chief Judge Robert Villa is seeking sophomores and juniors to submit their writings for the second annual Law Day Essay Contest.

For its contributions to the community, local-grown business The Hairy Ant was honored with a “Spirit of St. Charles Award.” The popular custom apparel is worn by students, sports teams, and organizations across town.

Michael Finley, a Marine from Kane County who served in Vietnam, was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross. He loved his mother's Ambrosia recipe, which is shared here.

Celebrated as one of St. Charles’ most transformative figures, Edward J. Baker is receiving an honorary street sign, mirroring several famous buildings across town carrying his famous surname. Any resident can nominate an honorary street sign. Here's how.

The widow of Northern Illinois University alum Clayton Parks, who was killed in a 2019 shooting at Henry Pratt Co. in Aurora, hosted a food drive recently in his honor.

Geneva alderpersons Monday recommended a contract for nearly $37,000 for additional security cameras to be installed at City Hall, the Police Department and Public Works.

Loyola pulls away from St. Charles East in the fourth quarter to reach state, end Saints' season.

Ava Garcia and Bella Gouranis came up clutch for St. Viator down the stretch, helping the Lions to a 46-43 victory over Geneva to secure the first trip to the state tournament in school history.

If Geneva voters approve the public safety referendum on the March 17 ballot, Sam Hill Park will have to move – as the 17-acres of ballfields the city owns on South Street will become the site of a new police station.

Eric L. Jones, 54, faces a sentence of between six to 30 years in prison. He is set to be sentenced on April 2.