The event will be from noon to 4 p.m. May 17 at The Pets’ Home, 3587 Plainfield Road, Oswego. Last year’s event raised almost $1,000 for the six participating groups.

A fire at a residence in the 500 block of Turnberry Lane caused an estimated $250,000 damage Monday.

An ability-inclusive playground is in progress at Grace Christian Academy, inspired by the story of Kankakee 3-year-old Bedford Erickson, who lives with Schwartz-Jampel Syndrome.

Disciples United Methodist Church in Mt. Morris is partnering with Midwest Mission to host a used/new school supplies collection drive.

Discussion about the Geneva Chamber of Commerce and the city regarding funding and festivals is expected 7 p.m. Monday, May 11 at a special Committee of the Whole regarding the Destination Geneva Grant Program.

The Yorkville Police Department recently gave special recognition to some of its officers for their work both within the department and out in the community.

The City of Peru will flush hydrants beginning Monday, May 11 through Friday, May 22. Flushing will occur on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

Bourbonnais officials are taking time to look into the future growth of the village.

The Ogle County Historical Society will have its monthly meeting May 18, instead of the fourth Monday, because of the Memorial Day holiday.

Rochelle Township High School held its annual Honors Night for the Class of 2026 on May 4.

Following an investigation into a 19-year-old Aurora man being fatally shot by police, the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office determined officers had a “reasonable belief” that their use of force was necessary.

The Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office has cleared Aurora authorities in officers’ actions during a student walkout in February that led to charges.

Joliet city officials did not revoke any licenses or permits for Anthony’s Restaurant and Pub, which announced its permanent closure less than a week after a nearby fatal shooting.

McHenry City Administrator Suzanne Ostrovsky has resigned, and Mayor Wayne Jett said Monday that he is filling the role temporarily.

The repairs are anticipated to be completed and the lane reopened by 5 a.m. Tuesday, weather permitting, the Illinois Department of Transportation said.

Three people were killed during a wrong-way driving crash on I-88 in the Aurora area in the early-morning hours Sunday.

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Here's a list of events happening at the Mt. Morris Senior & Community Center.

Carlee Grobe was recently named the May Student of the Month at Polo Community High School.

District officials said they have identified approximately $317 million in facility needs over the next 10 years across all the district’s schools.

Traffic back-ups along Illinois Route 31 are expected in St. Charles starting Monday, May 11 as workers reduce roadway lanes to repair a water main.

The Kankakee City Council is making a substantial investment in the repair of its streets.

The Bertolet Memorial Library in Leaf River has a new book nook where patrons can relax and enjoy a good book.

The city of Rochelle’s work on three ongoing construction projects in its downtown area is progressing to new phases with a planned total completion date of the end of 2026, Interim City Manager and City Engineer Sam Tesreau said May 6.

The Reddick Mansion will offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families this summer as part of the Blue Star Museums program.

The Kankakee Valley Theatre Association will host comedian Pat Tomasulo at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 16 at the Lincoln Cultural Center as part of a fundraiser benefitting the theater group.

Riley Espig was recently named the April Student of the Month at Polo Community High School.

Rock River Valley Blood Center will hold a blood drive at the United Church of Byron on Thursday, May 28.

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated Light The Way Counseling PLLC’s new location.

The McHenry County Animal Control & Adoption Center will host three low-cost rabies vaccination and microchip drive-thru clinics for cats and dogs this spring.

Carrie Ozog built a business delivering frozen organic food. Now she's opened a shop in McHenry, Rooted Ritual Apothecary, expanding to handmade beauty, home products, cleaning and personal care products.

Home State Bank in Crystal Lake has announced the hiring of a new vice president of retail banking who has deep ties to the McHenry County community.

Thirty-five Kankakee Community College students were inducted into Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society in April 2026.

The La Salle County Genealogy Guild will host a presentation on DNA testing and genealogy research Saturday, May 16 at 1 p.m. at guild headquarters.

The Rochelle Elementary School District will see its first class of dual language program students graduate from Rochelle Middle School this month and move on to Rochelle Township High School this fall.

The Stillman Valley High School ag mechanics team recently competed at the state competition against 21 teams and 149 individual contestants from across Illinois.

A new holistic pediatrics practice has opened in Geneva.

The measure, as approved, will help pave the way for the district’s plans for a 71,900-square-foot building with 24 classrooms for a cost of $50.55 million. An earlier plan projected 20 classrooms.

McHenry's Soap Box Derby has roots dating at least to 1939. It's returning after a several-year hiatus in June.

An Elgin man arrested in Woodstock last year and found in possession of more than 32 grams of cocaine has been sentenced to five years in prison.

Abate of Iowa, District 21, will host the 37th annual Blessing of the Bikes at 1 p.m. Sunday, June 7, in downtown Fulton.

Fire crews battled a garage and barn fire in the 23700 block of 119th Street in an unincorporated area near Plainfield early Sunday morning.

Streator High School recently held its prom and recognized its prom royalty.

Rochelle Municipal Utilities recently announced its receipt of three awards from the American Public Power Association.

An off-duty Crystal Lake firefighter used a garden hose to help contain a house fire Saturday until fire crews arrived.

Ogle County recently released the zoning certificates it issued in April.

Eight Sauk Valley students have qualified for the Youth Equestrian Development Association National Championships, which will be held the first week of June in Lexington, Virginia.

During a Friday status hearing before Kendall County Judge Robert Pilmer, attorneys for both sides said they need an extension until May 22 to see how the new lawsuit impacts the settlement negotiations.

Central High School senior Hazel Anderson, 17, of Hampshire, submitted her senior portfolio to the Illinois High School Art Exhibition, one of the premier student art showcases in the country – and was offered $372,000 in scholarships from five institutions

The three-week closure of the nature preserve in Homer Glen is necessary for the entrance road to be replaced.