Politicians around northern Illinois mourned Charlie Kirk, who was from the Chicago suburbs and was fatally shot Wednesday while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.

Batavia City Council is seeking applicants for 7th Ward residents to join the City Council, as Alderperson Sarah Vogelsinger has announced her plans to resign.

The city of St. Charles could impose new regulations and fees for AirBnbs, Vrbos and other short-term rentals that are currently unregulated within city limits.

New St. Charles Police Chief Daniel J. Likens said he wants to bring a fresh perspective to the police force with his nearly 30 years of experience. Likens is no stranger to Kane County. He started his law enforcement career policing the Randall Road corridor 29 years ago.

The Kane County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to avoid a portion of Maple Park as authorities investigate a serious crash Wednesday night at Ramm Road near County Line Road. This is a developing story.

Community members can learn about the history of labyrinths through the ages at a St. Charles Episcopal Church workshop.

The elderly couple killed in a car crash in Geneva have been identified. They died after their car collided with one driven by an 18-year-old, authorities said.

Batavia High School‘s homecoming parade takes place the evening of Wednesday, Sept. 10, and roads will be closed in the area.

There are several ways in which the 9/11 terrorist attacks will be marked in the Kane County area for this year’s 24th anniversary.

A proposed development of pricy row houses in downtown St. Charles has taken another step towards final approval, despite some concerns about tree removal and the loss of commercial space at the site.

Marklund will hold its 13th annual Run, Walk and Roll 5K/1 Mile event to raise support and awareness for its services and programs for those with developmental disabilities.

Residents can learn how to search for ancestry records during a “Looking for European Roots” workshop at the St. Charles Public Library.

Teens and adults can learn about the Ground Zero recovery effort during a presentation at the Sugar Grove Public Library led by Mike Fagel.

The Kane County Forest Preserve District invites bird watchers and nature lovers to attend guided walks through forest preserves this fall.

Kane County eateries go viral.

Enjoy brews, east, events and more at the height of fall sports.

Despite assurances from developers and the 1,000-gallon limit imposed by the amendment, residents and council members continued to voice concerns over the data center’s water consumption, while others said the topic has been blown out of proportion.

Find out how to keep your mind and body at ease with the help of yoga.

Let this fall be your fresh start at resetting your routine.

Addressing doubts posed by Batavia City Council members during recent discussions over the attainability of some of the goals, Mayor Jeff Shielke admitted the new energy policy is not “real strong,” but said it points the Council in the right direction.

St. Charles Episcopal Church will host its annual “Car Boot and Bake Sale” fundraiser on Sept. 13.

The Conservation Foundation is partnering with local park districts, municipalities and nonprofits to host shoreline and on-water cleanups on Saturday, Sept. 20.

The League of Women Voters of Central Kane County recently announced it will hold two National Voter Registration Day events to encourage voter participation.

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the grand opening of LadyStrong Fitness.

Aurora antique furniture store Warehouse 55 will move into the former Hearth & Hammer location in downtown Batavia next month after operating for 6 years in Aurora.

The Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners will resume its monthly meetings with a presentation by The Pizzo Group founder and principal Jack Pizzo.

Column: Ah, September. As the crisp air rolls in and the leaves begin to turn, there’s a collective sense of new beginnings, writes Johanna Patterson of the Geneva Chamber of Commerce.

The St. Charles Public Library will begin its annual Sunday Concert Series with a performance featuring the Elaine Dame Trio of Chicago as part of the 14th annual St. Charles Jazz Weekend.

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County will offer fall bird watching walks for community members to enjoy the changing seasons.

St. Charles-based 93 Octane Brewery is hosting a charity campaign all month to raise awareness for and support Cal’s Angels, an organization that supports children with cancer.

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Geneva-based conservative group the Three Headed Eagle Alliance has changed the venue for its next speaker Stewart Rhodes after a local uproar. He was the convicted, Jan. 6, 2021 organizer and Oath Keepers founder whose sentence President Trump commuted.

A couple in their 80s were killed when their car collided with another vehicle in Geneva Friday afternoon.

Column: Meditation can be quite a strenuous workout. Most people don’t realize they can control their personal mind chatter, writes Joan Budilovsky.

Isaiah Marrero, 3, of East Dundee will have his photograph shown Saturday in Times Square in New York City as part of the annual National Down Syndrome Society video presentation.

Campton Hills trustees approved an annexation agreement and the annexation of 962 acres for LaFox of Campton Hills in two split votes Thursday night.

A traffic stop in Montgomery on Aug. 30 by the Aurora Police Special Operations Group resulted in the seizure of three loaded handguns and ammunition, more than three grams of suspected cocaine, and the arrest of four individuals.

Oswego Public Library District Director Sarah Skilton has been with the library district since 1994 and has served as its director since 1999.

The free event, which will take place rain or shine, allows children to get an up-close look at police cars, fire trucks and other vehicles while learning about the professionals who serve their community.

Check out the rotating cast of food trucks parked near your favorite Kane County brewery for an evening of delicious food and drink.

While the $1.7 billion Powerball jackpot continues to climb, the third largest in U.S. history, a $1 million ticket was sold in Aurora on Wednesday.

Batavia police are investigating a burglary reported at a home Wednesday and asking the public for help.

After a long career with Illinois State Police, Daniel Likens has been formally appointed the new police chief of St. Charles. He addressed the City Council this week.

The public is invited to Belle Vue Park on Friday for a ribbon cutting for “The Bridge at Belle Vue Park,” followed by a community bike ride. “The Bridge at Belle Vue Park,” connects Belle Vue Lane to the south via a 10-foot shared-use path with Virgil Gilman Trail.

The Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry and Clothes Closet will open in a new permanent location on Oct. 1, and is seeking volunteers to help with the move.

The family-friendly event runs from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 7, at Vasa Park

Geneva's Festival of the Vine from Sept. 5-7 includes wine, beer, hard cider and seltzers, food, craft fair and entertainment.

Sturdy Shelter Brewing’s third annual Oktoberfest will bring German traditions, live music and authentic food and drink to Batavia - in September.

The St. Charles Public Library will partner with workNet Batavia this month to host its second annual career fair featuring local employers looking for new hires.

An ex-employee of a youth detention center in St. Charles has been charged with official misconduct after Kane County authorities said she engaged in a sexual relationship with an inmate.