The Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 58th season Saturday.

Attorneys for Will County Board Member Jacqueline Traynere plan to mount a “vigorous defense” and expect a “favorable outcome” in her misdemeanor computer tampering case.

A wood relief mural celebrating the history of Oswego and Montgomery was recently installed near the entrance doors to the campus, located at 32 W. Jefferson St. in downtown Oswego.

The Kankakee School Board approved a fiscal year 2026 budget this week which includes about a $1.4 million deficit.

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.

A McHenry man died, and a woman and two child passengers in another car were injured, when their two cars collided near McHenry Tuesday.

The 600 block of Bellevue Avenue in Ottawa was closed Tuesday for an emergency sewer repair, city officials announced on Tuesday.

The Plano Area Chamber of Commerce canceled this year’s Hispanic Heritage Street Market & Taco Crawl that was supposed to be on Saturday.

The latest national chain restaurant to call Bradley home will be Longhorn Steakhouse.

Lakewood officials are protesting a solar farm proposed near the village, claiming it would jeopardize future land development.

The Downers Grove Historical Society will host a. Night at the Carnegie Oct. 14

The meal is free and the public is invited to attend. The meal will have dine-in or carryout options.

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

The Yorkville Knights of Columbus are hosting their annual “Tootsie Roll” ID Drive from Sept. 12-13, collecting proceeds for local organizations that support people with intellectual disabilities.

With Yorkville residents’ water bills set to increase around 20% over the next five years, the city released a statement to counter residents’ concerns the increases could be connected to the deluge of incoming data centers. How much water will they actually require?

United Way of Eastern LaSalle County will celebrate 87 years of community support and partnership with United Way Day on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at 10 a.m. in Washington Square Park in Ottawa.

Reflections of Kankakee County: Stories That Shaped Us is a journey to discover the rich history of Kankakee County, according to a release from Visit Kankakee County.

The national nonprofit, Phil’s Friends, is holding the grand opening of its newest Hope Center in Kankakee on Sept. 20.

Here’s what you need to know about Montgomery and Boulder Hill hydrant flushing beginning on Sept. 8 and which roadways and neighborhoods will be affected.

Crystal Lake will make a claim for a piece of a $7.4 billion nationwide settlement with Purdue Pharma related to the national opioid crisis.

After closing abruptly earlier this summer, the Taco Bell in Yorkville is reopening under new management early this fall. One big change for customers, the KFC, fried chicken portion has been fired.

A Harvey man who was 16 when he shot a young New Lenox man in the back while he was running away from him will serve 45 years in prison for his murder. 

Attorneys for both sides in the Xandria Harris case worked out several items during a hearing Monday at the Kankakee County Courthouse.

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.

Authorities responded to an electrical fire at a four-story apartment building in DeKalb on Monday.

A Romeoville man was charged with unlawful restraint of woman with a machete Saturday evening in Wauconda, police report.

Stage 212 needs two things to finish its remodeling of the Robert Manahan Theatre in La Salle. First, they need a little luck the next contractor comes in when scheduled. Second, they need cash.

Larry Burton just completed a decades-long journey of running a marathon in each of the 50 U.S. states.

It’s likely about to become more expensive to build data centers in Yorkville. With large increases in building and planning fees coming before city approval, Yorkville is seeking to pull in millions of dollars more per data center campus.

Facilitated by Wight & Company, the session will include a presentation on the findings from phases 1 and 2 of the district’s facility assessment. Those attending the session will have the opportunity to provide feedback on priorities for the future of the district’s buildings.

The DeKalb Fire Department will host its annual Patriot Day ceremony on Thursday to mark a somber 24 years since the terrorist attacks of 9/11. This year's memorial ceremony will be at the new fire station, 1130 S. Malta Road.

McHenry County property owners have until Wednesday to get their property tax bill paid.

Green Street from Chapel Street north to Old Chicago Road in Ottawa will reopen to traffic at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9, the city announced on Monday.

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.

Village trustees will now review the concept plan. Commissioners discussed the plan at their Sept. 4 meeting, where several neighboring residents also spoke against the plan.

There is a possibility a river may run through the Exploration Station in its future at Perry Farm Park.

Officials continue investigating a fire Friday at Harold’s Chicken restaurant in the 200 block of South Main Street in Bourbonnais.

A Wauconda man has pleaded guilty Friday to possessing 11 pounds of marijuana, which was found by police in a suitcase and on a bus parked in a Lake in the Hills industrial park.

Crystal Lake could be home to two marijuana dispensaries once again as another company looks to take over the shuttered Spark’d location nine months after it abruptly closed.

Bourbonnais trustees heard the first reading of an ordinance, if passed, would prohibit the sale of cannabinoids and kratom in the village.

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

A new Nothing Bundt Cakes location opened this month in Yorkville. The business specializes in cakes for holidays and special events, such as parties or gatherings as well as individual treats.

Members of the Amboy High School Class of 2014 recently supported the Kishwaukee College Foundation’s Mathew J. Rood Diesel Power Technology Scholarship after collecting donations at its class reunion.

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

Alumni are asked to meet at Spartan Stadium to join the Marching Spartans on the field for the national anthem and the school fight song.

A new baseball and softball training facility coming to Yorkville is being called a “game-changer” for the community by city officials. The Reds Baseball & Softball Academy is described as a state-of-the-art 21,000 sq. foot facility.

Brent Barrie was patrol commander when he retired from the department following 24 years of service in June 2024.

One person died and another was injured in the early Sunday morning collision.

Manteno police said they investigated a report of shots fired Friday night in the area of the 100 block of East Second Street.

A Marengo man who has a history of peering into the windows of unsuspecting women has been charged with another alleged offense.