Refuse stickers in Geneva will rise 19 cents to $4.32 from the current rate of $4.13, as per the city's five-year contract with its waste hauler.

Women in St. Charles are invited to learn to protect themselves, build confidence and find a new community during a free class at Misfits Jiujitsu Sunday. “Learn something new, learn how to protect yourself," instructor Sabrina Aiello said.

Swedish Days Festival is here, and Pickle Paradise comes to St. Charles.