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Kane County Board candidates in Districts 9 and 13 are sharply divided over the future of the former Fabyan Parkway jail site, with some pushing to sell the property to replenish depleted reserves and others proposing it become a hub for community services

Addie Schilb put up 13 points to lead third-seeded St. Charles East to a 39-32 upset win over Lake Park, while Sophia Evans put up 25 points off the bench to lead top-seeded Glenbard West to a 67-60 victory over St. Charles North.

Focusing on the needs of senior citizens, the city of St. Charles is reactivating a special commission to improve health, housing, transportation, social engagement and quality of life for seniors. The city is seeking applicants to join the advisory committee.

Column: Deepen your self-love, not in phony egotistical ways, but in ways that are less judgmental. Judge yourself less, both the good and the bad. Sprinkle some kindness onto your wounds, writes Joan Budilovsky.

The city of St. Charles in 2025 distributed $679,000 to nonprofits around town that offer services focusing on mental disorders, developmental disabilities and substance abuse. And applications are open for 2026 grants.

Kane County Republicans called for getting out the vote at annual Lincoln Day Dinner Saturday, Feb. 21 at the Holiday Inn Elgin.

St. Charles School District 303's Richmond Elementary is getting a $6.35 million renovation and addition to better accommodate student growth.

A house erupted in flames in Hampshire and was destroyed, collapsing from the blaze.

Jennifer Abbatacola: I do not support limiting lawful federal immigration enforcement on county property, and I do not support the Illinois TRUST Act as currently written. Read Abbatacola's full election questionnaire here

Chip In Batavia will partner with the Batavia Public Library to hold its annual Prom Dress Collection Drive and Giveaway in March for students to enjoy prom regardless of income realities.

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the grand opening of Club Champion.

St. Charles East senior Dom Munaretto and Marmion senior Nicholas Garcia won their third state titles, highlighting five boys wrestling individual champions from the Kane County area

Marmion's swimmers took second and Oswego Co-op third at Saturday's Metea Valley Sectional.

With four first place individual efforts and two relay first place finishes, West Chicago's co-op that includes Geneva and Batavia was able to win Saturday’s St. Charles East sectional with 276 points. St. Charles North was second with 274.50 points.

With four first place individual efforts and two relay first place finishes, West Chicago's co-op that includes Geneva and Batavia was able to win Saturday’s St. Charles East sectional with 276 points. St. Charles North was second with 274.50 points.

Kane County Audubon Society will host a number of events inviting the public to enjoy nature this spring. Here’s what’s happening in March:

Led by a fourth-place finish from Vinnie Testa, Marmion had four wrestlers make their ways into the early medal rounds to secure All-State honors at the IHSA boys wrestling individual state meet.

A new business that offers pediatric therapy for communication skills and other services, including lactation support, has opened in Geneva.

Candidates running in the March primary for Kane County Board have competing philosophies on how to close the county's budget gap, according to their election questionnaires

A woman on a bicycle in Aurora was hospitalized in critical condition this week after a collision with an SUV, police said.

Glasses retailer Warby Parker is opening its 15th Illinois store in Geneva Commons, 414 Commons Drive, on Saturday.

Nine Kane County-Area wrestlers, including six from Marmion, will wrestle for an individual state title after winning their semifinal matchups, and more results from Day 2 of the IHSA Boys Wrestling State Championships from Friday.

Former Campton Hills village president Patsy Smith retained her position as treasurer following a failed vote to rescind the appointment at an hourlong special meeting Feb. 17.

The Central District 301 School Board announced in a news release that it appointed Amy MacCrindle as its new superintendent beginning July 1.

A Kane County Grand Jury returned an indictment for 76 felony charges against Batavia chirpractor David H. Hanson, 66 of them related to child sexual abuse material.