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A Geneva blogger, facing a $100,000-plus civil action, scored a small win in court this month, when a judge ruled that the plaintiff’s process server has to file an amended affidavit regarding his six unsuccessful attempts to serve a summons.

One Book, One Community from the Geneva Public Library selected 'The Correspondent' by Virginia Evans, and invites the community to participate.

The Kane County Republican Party will host its annual Lincoln Dinner fundriser on Saturday, Feb. 21, with a patriotic theme to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Kane County Democrats will host their annual Truman Fundraiser in March, with keynote speaker U.S. Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, who joined with five other Democratic lawmakers to make a video telling members of the military that they do not have to obey illegal orders.

DePAW Pet Resort of Geneva brought Peter and Clover to deliver their valentines and visit residents at Bria of Geneva during a Valentine's Day party this week.

After getting taken out of the game after two straight turnovers, Ben Peterson turned it around with 17 points to help Geneva take a 62-47 victory over Wheaton North.

Geneva alderpersons host meetings, tours to provide voters with information about the $59.4 million public safety referendum on the March 17 ballot. Fourth Ward alderpersons will host a meeting Saturday.

The Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office announced it is conducting an independent review into allegations that “excessive force” was used by the Aurora Police Department during a student walkout protest on Feb. 9 against federal immigration arrests.

Multiple schools in Aurora went into a heightened security status on Wednesday after several gunshots rang out in the area of High Street and Superior Street.

Addie Schilb has spent a lot of the season adjusting to the leadership role on a young St. Charles East team. Now she's hoping to help the Saints go on a deep postseason run.

A child was transported to a hospital for smoke inhalation following a house fire in Aurora on Feb. 8. The blaze left the home uninhabitable, displacing two adults and two children. The family dog remains missing, authorities said.

Five people were detained, including an Oswego 19-year-old who was charged, after authorities said a student walking home from school in Aurora was robbed at gunpoint, prompting police pursuits.

Batavia boys basketball forward Evan Blankenship, who put up 23 points and 11 rebounds to take down Geneva and led the Bulldogs to three wins, is the Kane County Chronicle Athlete of the Week.

The three Democratic hopefuls in the March 17 primary election for Kane County Treasurer fielded questions at a recent League of Women Voters forum at the Gail Borden Public Library in Elgin.

Glenbard North withstood another fourth-quarter comeback attempt to top Geneva 51-48 in DuKane Conference action on Wednesday.

Glenbard North withstood another fourth-quarter comeback attempt to top Geneva 51-48 in DuKane Conference action on Wednesday.

Temporary lane closures are expected to create traffic backups around the intersection of Randall Road and Illinois Route 72 as roadwork begins in the area and is expected to continue the rest of the year.

Column: What's Happening in Batavia? A scam warning, tree trimming and parkway tree programs and what to do if your sewer backs up, writes Lori Botterman.

Column: Children can explore the elements of coding from robotics to designing new apps with Ready Set Code classes through the St. Charles Park District.

March 17 marks the 2026 primary, where Kane County voters can pull a Democratic or Republican ballot to pick who appears on the ballot come November. All voters, partisan or not, can weigh in on referendum questions.

During a student-led walkout protesting federal immigration arrests, three students from East Aurora High School were taken into custody by police, but video has some questioning police tactics.

Kathlyn Bainbridge hit four of her five 3-pointers in the second half, helping St. Charles East pull away to a 57-47 victory over Geneva to secure second place in the DuKane Conference.

During a student-led walkout protesting federal immigration arrests, three students from East Aurora High School were taken into custody by police, but video has some questioning police tactics.

During a student-led walkout protesting federal immigration arrests, three students from East Aurora High School were taken into custody by police, but video has some questioning police tactics.

Some 36 businesses in downtown Geneva are hoping to cash in on the luck of the Irish by participating in the Lucky Charms Promotion.