The DeKalb County History Center's campus expansion project renovated the corn crib into an outdoor music and gathering venue. The venue space will be used for the Sycamore Farmers Market, community programs and live performances.

Ever since her husband died, Gretchen Moore has felt she’s had a greater calling to serve. So when she learned that DeKalb Township and a local church were in talks to redevelop an underutilized parcel of land and transform it into a park, she wanted to help.

A single-family home in DeKalb that sold for $400,000 nears the top of the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in DeKalb County in the past week.

The DeKalb County Forty and Eight, Voiture 207 will hold its annual Mayors’ Memorial Day Breakfast for community members to celebrate Memorial Day.

The RTW Veteran Center will offer residents a luncheon as part of the America 250 DeKalb Memorial Day celebration.

DeKalb County-area cities, veterans groups and organizers will host Memorial Day events throughout the county for the public to honor all deceased service members. Here's what's happening Monday

A jury trial expected to begin this week for a former DeKalb middle school student teacher accused of grooming and sexually abusing a student has been delayed again, court records show.

Expect patriotic pumpkins to line the walkways of the DeKalb County Courthouse lawn this October, thanks to a timely idea from North Grove Elementary School student Rayna Hochstatter, 9.

Hours after he was released on a first DUI charge, a northern Illinois man was arrested on charges of driving a motorcycle under the influence of alcohol near the DeKalb County Jail in downtown Sycamore, court records show.

Stage Coach Players presents "A Streetcar Named Desire" May 22-24.

The rate at which ComEd customers are charged for energy usage is increasing. Additionally, a temporary credit to Illinois customers is disappearing. Data centers for the artificial intelligence industry are among the factors driving the demand

DeKalb Police Chief David Byrd reflects on five years as the city's top cop: “DeKalb was where I wanted to be, and it’s because of those officers who are already working here,” he said. “I’m just happy I’m here.”

A new group in DeKalb dedicated to advocating for environmental and sustainability issues locally hosted a kickoff meeting recently to lay the groundwork for positive change in the community.

DeKalb’s own Alaysia Gonzalez Giraldo has been named Mrs. Illinois 2026.

A national chicken brand could soon have a new kitchen out of DeKalb to serve up good eats, if the advice of the Planning and Zoning Commission holds this week.

Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists will offer two “Stretch, Play, Recover: Pickleball Tips” next month in Genoa and Sycamore for community members to learn more about the sport.

Hinckley residents will soon have one less local sit-down dining option now that the people behind Good Times Grill have decided to permanently close the restaurant. The kitchen will remain open for two local food trucks and catering.

In front of the family of Gary and Holly Schmidt, who were found killed in their home in September 2025, their son, the man authorities allege is responsible, was found unfit to stand trial on Monday.

The Sandwich community will come together on Monday, Memorial Day to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States.

As Shaw Media celebrates its 175th anniversary, we looked back at four front pages from May 18 across different decades

The DeKalb Farmers Market recently announced it was selected as a grant recipient through Compeer Financial’s Compeer Giving program. The grant will support efforts to strengthen local farmers and community connections.

Youth Engaged in Philanthropy awarded $19,200 in grants to support projects and programs serving youth across DeKalb County.

Some changes are in order for the DeKalb School District 428 School Board as summer break fast approaches.

The University of Illinois Extension will offer a watershed stewardship program beginning May 26 in Genoa for community members in the summer.

Catch up on the week’s top DeKalb County news in minutes for the week of May 10-16. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

Column: It was the commission’s honor to celebrate and recognize DeKalb area community members, businesses and organizations showing leadership in sustainability practices, writes Linda Srygler of the city's Citizens' Environmental Commission.

During her report to the Sycamore Board of Education Tuesday, Superintendent Kristen Campbell recommended the creation of five new administrative positions that she suggested have combined yearly salaries worth more than $400,000.

The National Association of County Engineers recently presented the 2026 Urban County Engineer of the Year Award to DeKalb County Engineer Nathan Schwartz.

The DeKalb Public Library will hold a meeting of its Weird, Wild, and Wonderful Book Club for adults to discuss peculiar fiction and nonfiction books.

As Shaw Media celebrates its 175th anniversary, we looked back at four front pages from May 16 across the decades

Data show that the number of students enrolled in Sycamore schools has remained stable over the past 10 years; however, the district has yet to eclipse the enrollment it had before the COVID-19 pandemic.

The city of DeKalb reached an agreement this week to purchase the vacant Monat Building from Northern Illinois University’s Center for Governmental Studies for $1, part of a larger plan to expand downtown parking options.

Potential plans for an Olive Garden restaurant to come to Sycamore remain hinged on a land sale that hasn’t happened yet, Sycamore City Manager Michael Hall said.

Update: A now-former school board member of Aurora Christian Schools was charged after authorities alleged he sexually abused multiple minors, including one over several years. The FBI is investigating with Aurora police.

A Sandwich 18-year-old, formerly from Downers Grove, is facing criminal charges after police said they found about 140 files depicting child sexual abuse on his cellphone after an investigation this month

Plans to redevelop a former Advance Auto Parts store along Sycamore Road in DeKalb into a restaurant with a drive-thru are in the works. Pappas Development will present the proposal Monday to the city's Planning and Zoning Commission

The event is by appointment only. Passport agency specialists will be on hand to help walk you through the process and submit your materials.

Hantavirus can spread through contact with rodent droppings. Here are ways to protect your property.

Plans to establish a new sip-and-shop concept in downtown DeKalb are a go, after a majority of city officials decided to support the initiative at a council meeting this week.

Adults are invited to learn more about their legal rights when it comes to protesting and interacting with law enforcement at an upcoming DeKalb Public Library presentation.

The DeKalb County Health Department will partner with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency to host a household hazardous waste collection drive for residents to dispose of hazardous waste.

The DeKalb Public Library will hold a sound healing session for residents ages 12 and older to ease their nervous systems and quiet their minds.

The Cortland Community Library will host a Summer Reading Kick-Off Party on May 27 for community members to register for its annual “Plant a Seed, Read” Summer Reading Program.

DeKalb father Antonio Watson is remembering his 21-year-old daughter, Sariyah Watson, for her love of family, God, track and field, and the dedication she had as an athlete and mentor. She leaves behind "a legacy of speed and spirit," he writes.

Teenagers in sixth through 12th grades are invited to learn about music production basics at a DeKalb Public Library program.

The DeKalb County Health Department on Thursday announced an increase in local cases of pertussis, known as whooping cough.

Besides those on the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius where a deadly hantavirus outbreak occurred, there is a suspected case in Winnebago County, where Rockford is located.

Christian singer Michael W. Smith will bring his "Kingdom Come Tour" to the Egyptian Theatre on Friday, May 15.

The Stage Coach Players will open its next production, the drama play “A Streetcar Named Desire,” May 14.

Nia Springer-Norris launches DeKalb Parent, a tool simplifying summer camp searches for families.