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A DeKalb man was arrested Sunday after police say he battered a woman, who they found with a bloodied face inside a locked hotel room, according to records filed in court.

Big O’s Barbecue, a food truck turned walk-up storefront known for its rib tips, links and chicken, opened this month at a new spot in DeKalb.

The Fox River and Countryside Fire/Rescue Board in St. Charles voted to appoint Nicholas Manheim to fill a trustee vacancy at a special meeting July 7.

The La Grange Park District is upgrading its HVAC system during July, and there will be some temporary closures at the Recreation Center and La Grange Fitness Center.

Raise a glass at the Glen Ellyn Park District’s Thirsty Thursday at the Lake Ellyn Boathouse

Record stories that captured people's attention in years passed.

A terrified little dog was about to run into traffic on South Kirk Road in Batavia near Fermilab, when a trio of Good Samaritans rescued him.

The curtain will rise on a bit of Shakespearean mischief with a silver screen twist when Stage Coach Players opens their summer production of “Shakespeare in Hollywood” on July 17.

Hundreds of teens descended on a Glen Ellyn Park District pool shortly before 5 p.m. July 5, police said.

Infinity Truck Sales Inc., 3100 S. First St., Unit A, DeKalb, specializes in selling used heavy equipment including flatbed trailers, reefer trailers, van trailers, and semi-tractors.

Officials with DeKalb schools recently said they’ve been engaged with Sycamore district leaders over a possible agreement that could help both districts utilize new space to benefit pre-kindergarten students.

The Geneva City Council is poised to approve a local 1% grocery tax at Monday’s meeting, documents show, a move that city officials have said would likely impact more out-of-town shoppers than locals. The meeting is at 7 p.m. tonight.

Life Line Screening will be holding an event to screen for various heath conditions in at the VFW Post 7452 in Montgomery in July 24.

What are the next steps in the plans to restore Spring Brook Creek in the Blackwell Forest Preserve?

Hidden Treasures and More, 143 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, will soon close up shop for good, its owners announced.

Chalk the Walk is set for 11 a.m to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 12, at Grandon Civic Center.

Next spring, Harbor House Paddle & Provisions could become a go-to stop for Kane County residents looking for exercise, coffee, drinks, a date night, live music and just about any other excursion.

With the help of two soon-to-be middle-schoolers, the Geneva Park District is excited to offer a brand-new program this summer for kids ages 9-11! Introducing the Geneva Youth Olympiad, coming in August, writes Olivia Jung of the Geneva Park District.

Mayfield Congregational Church will host a Summer Stop event for community members to learn about its Underground Railroad history.

Candy Cloud, 2448 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, is a specialty drink cafe that offers various beverages, from coffee to boba tea and other sweet treats, including cake pops and donuts.

The DeKalb Public Library will host a “Divergent” trivia contest for teenagers in sixth through 12th grade as part of a summer trivia contest series.

Column: Have you ever attended a yoga class where people began chanting “Om” and felt compelled to leave? If you find chanting strange and unappealing, let me explain the possible reasons behind it, writes Joan Budilovsky.

Geneva resident Keith Giffney beat stage 4 cancer of the tonsil, neck and chest to go on and complete a Half Ironman triathlon. "Whatever adversity, I was not going to let it destroy me," he said.

A Sycamore man was charged Wednesday after police alleged he attempted to strangle a woman with a fan cord and threatened to kill her, according to DeKalb County court records.

Column: The St. Charles Park District's Learn from the Experts series offers interesting lectures as well as hands-on exploration, inviting participants to interact with animals and vegetation, writes Melissa Rubalcaba Riske.

Check out some of the best pictures captured by Daily Chronicle photographers for Shaw Local News Network the week of June 28-July 6.

Arts DuPage of the DuPage Foundation has sponsored the DuPage County Historical Museum’s 2025 Recollection and Reflection themed exhibits with a $3,000 grant.

The Glen Ellyn Park District will host an evening of fun and adventure at its family campout at 6:30 p.m. July 11 at Maryknoll Park.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Chop It Up to its membership.

Kishwaukee College will offer six fast-track career programs during the fall semester.

The Glen Ellyn Park District will host a SportSwap event from 1 to 2:30 p.m. July 13, at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center in partnership with Go Green Glen Ellyn.

One of two people who ran from a vehicle Elmhurst authorities were pursuing was fatally struck Wednesday in the northbound lane of I-294 in Elmhurst.

Kirkland’s First Lutheran and United Methodist churches have partnered this month to offer a vacation bible school for area children.

Area teenagers are invited to gather to play and learn how to play chess at a local club in DeKalb.

Five Sycamore residents were displaced late Thursday night after a two-story apartment building caught fire, authorities said in a Friday morning update.

DeKalb County area nonprofits that provide services to local residents are invited to apply for funding through DeKalb Township this month.

The Batavia and Geneva Knights of Columbus Council 2191 will hold its annual Tootsie Roll Drive to raise awareness and funds people with intellectual disabilities.

Summer along the Fox River is in full swing, with festivals, concerts, art shows and sporting events lighting up every town. Batavia's Fourth of July Sky Concert is Friday. Then check out Windmill City Festival, Christmas in July, Chamber Eats and more, writes Shirley Mott.

Where you can watch fireworks in Kane County.

The Maple Park Police Department will hold its inaugural National Night Out this summer for citizens and business owners to say no to crime.

The Sandwich Public Library District, 925 S. Main St., will host several programs and events in July.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its 35th annual DeKalb Athena and Women of Accomplishment Awards through July 25.

Nonprofit Fox Valley Court Watch is seeking volunteers to assist in courtroom monitoring during domestic violence cases in Kane and Kendall counties.

A prolific homebuilder wants to buy a chunk of land near Naperville from the DuPage Water Commission.

Column: Ask 10 neighbors what sustainability means and seven will picture trees or recycling bins. Few mention paychecks, health or utility bills – yet that is where the benefits show up. Here are four myths that keep DeKalb from cashing in, writes Shaun Langley.

The Indian Valley Theatre will host auditions this month for residents ages 13 and older for its upcoming “Tillie the Teller” and “Ghosts and Gold” and other performances at the Sandwich Fair.

The village’s Happy Tails Dog Park opened in August 2022 on 1.5 acres next to the Oswego Public Works facility at 100 Theodore Drive.

From live music and food trucks to pet parades and pie-eating contests, here is a list of Kane County happenings on Fourth of July weekend:

There's no shortage of Independence Day fireworks displays across DuPage County

DeKalb County has several festivals in July and around the Fourth of July holiday to view fireworks and enjoy other family-friendly activities.