Megann Horstead

Soaring egg prices are affecting restaurant margins, menu prices and family grocery budgets in DeKalb County, but restaurateurs said this week that they’re trying not to pass rising costs on to their customers.

DeKalb mayoral hopefuls got their chance to meet with voters and share their platforms this week during a public forum, where taxes, business growth and the role of city committees took center stage.

As the city of DeKalb seeks to comply with state requirements mandating municipalities replace residential water pipes lined with lead, officials this week approved a series of steps meant to begin the replacement process.

Hundreds march for immigrant rights in DeKalb. "My goal was to spread a message of love and empathy," 16-year-old march participant Vianney Pacheco said.

Organizers said they were hoping to uplift the immigrant community by hosting Sunday's march, which drew a significant crowd in downtown DeKalb.

For some in DeKalb County, homeownership was only possible through Habitat for Humanity. But come March 1, if costs rise as expected on imported goods such as lumber, efforts to make housing more accessible could be thwarted, agency Executive Director Kim McIver said.

As keynote speaker at Kishwaukee United Way’s annual meeting, NIU Women’s Basketball Coach Lisa Carlsen spoke about the relationship between community, unity and empowerment

Redemption Vault, a collectibles store specializing in celebrity signings, pop culture events and more, is coming to DeKalb.

Family Service Agency of DeKalb County recently released a report detailing how it utilized donations to aid those impacted by the devastating Hillcrest Road apartment fire that occurred days before Christmas.

DeKalb city leaders are exploring whether to extend public incentives to help revive plans for two downtown buildings, including a proposed new pizza business and an entertainment spot.

The alternative and holistic health service establishment, Thyme ‘N Again Apothecary, recently took ownership of the downtown DeKalb spot that was once home to The Herbal Oracle at 161 E. Lincoln Highway.

On April 5, the Egyptian Theatre will host the third annual Prom Rewind to help support Barb Food Mart. The festivities will all begin at 7 p.m.

Advance Auto Parts, 2151 Sycamore Road, in DeKalb has gone out of business.

Also at the event, Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County was recognized with the Nonprofit Organization Award.

The newly approved DeKalb School District 428 elementary school attendance maps are meant to help reduce classroom sizes from 28 to 25 for grades K-5, officials said. They'll go into effect in the fall.