A tentative agreement has been reached between First Student and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the union representing its more than 17,000 bus workers nationwide, according to a news release.

Adults will be able to trade in lightly used clothing and swap houseplants during a monthly sustainability swap at the DeKalb Public Library.

The next DeKalb Women’s Club’s meeting will feature a program led by DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau interim sales and marketing director Brad Hoey.

The DeKalb Public Library will host a procrastinator’s club to help adults receive focused work time.

KVAL’s next general meeting is set for 7 p.m. April 2 at the gallery. The league will present awards honoring DeKalb and Sycamore high school students as part of its “Art of Giving” program

Radios not only provided entertainment in that pre-internet era, but also were literally instant windows to the world’s news.

The Waterman Lions Club recently donated thousands to the Clinton Township Public Library to support the library’s children’s summer reading program.

Museum coordinator Joe Noce will present a free program on “The Lost Village of Troy, and Other Hidden Towns in Kendall County and Illinois,” at 7 p.m. on Thursday.

The DeKalb Public Library will hold an open mic event on Tuesday for adults and teenagers to celebrate Trans Day of Visibility.

Rock River Madness, with many trail and road options, is scheduled for May 2 at The Facility in Dixon.

A crowd of about 80 people led by several area Christian pastors began Holy Week in Sycamore on Sunday by affirming that Jesus was a brown-skinned immigrant who stood up for the poor, fed the hungry, peacefully protested violence and called out injustice.

The Next Picture Show in Dixon will be the venue for an April 16 concert and photo art show featuring the Christian Dillingham Jazz Quartet and photographer Jason Patrick Miller.

Hands Around the Courthouse – a child abuse awareness event – is set for a noon start April 10 on the Old Lee County Courthouse Lawn in Dixon.

Check out some pictures captured by Shaw Local photographers from some of the Daily Chronicle's top news and sports stories this week: March 23-29, 2026.

The late DeKalb County sheriff’s deputy Christina Musil is being remembered two years after she was killed in a DUI crash while on duty.

Leah Mulder of Sterling was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at Bradley University.

The April Brown Bag Lunch and Local Lore Series will feature a program about the William Miller family.

The Kane County Economic Development Corporation announced the appointment of Michael Cassa as its inaugural Chief Executive Officer starting April 1.

A fire erupted in a loading bay Saturday at a DeKalb Target, Fire Chief Luke Howieson confirmed to Shaw Local, prompting a brief store closure.

A new scholarship is honoring the memory of longtime DeKalb police officer Jim Rhoades, and will support DeKalb High School graduates pursuing careers in law enforcement.

The DeKalb County History Center recently announced that it will close its “Food: Gathering Around the Table” exhibit on April 4.

Hundreds marched down Sycamore Road Saturday in DeKalb, joining a nationwide No Kings protest against federal policies. Some said it was their first time protesting, and criticized President Donald Trump for the Iran war and rising gas prices.

DeKalb County area ministers gathered congregants in Sycamore on Palm Sunday to sing and lead a procession and prayer service to combat the rise of Christian nationalism, which they said was at odds with the true teachings of Jesus, a Middle Eastern immigrant who led peaceful protests and stood against injustice.

Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce the dean’s list for the fall 2025 semester.

The DeKalb Community Cleat Closet will partner with the DeKalb Chamber Leadership Academy and DeKalb County United to accept items for its upcoming cleat distribution. Donations welcome through April 3.

Grace Free Lutheran Church will partner with Thrivent to host an Easter Egg Hunt for community members to celebrate the Easter holiday.

St. John Lutheran Church will host a “Journey to the Cross” sensory learning event and walk for community members to learn about Christ’s Passion.

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Community members ages 16 and older with disabilities are invited to an informal social afternoon at the DeKalb Public Library.

Seniors and adults can learn about available Medicare insurance options during the second of two workshops at the DeKalb Public Library this month.

Groups of local activists will take to the streets this month in a display of solidarity to mark the latest “No Kings” protest in DeKalb, featuring music, food, a march, and more, according to a news release.

Organizers taking a stand against President Donald Trump’s policies are planning another round of No Kings protests across multiple northern Illinois cities on Saturday. Here's where they'll gather

Lee County 4-H is proud to celebrate the successful completion of the third year of its Special Interest (SPIN) Club, Kids in the Kitchen, a hands-on cooking club that builds confidence, creativity and life skills.

Discover Dixon is announcing the launch of its 2026 Downtown Banner Program, inspired by the upcoming America 250 celebration. The banners feature a bold red, white, and blue design that honors the nation’s history.

Here is a list of Easter egg hunts taking place in the Sauk Valley from now until Easter weekend.

Workers with First Student, which provides school bus drivers for DeKalb School District 428 and in Sterling and Rock Falls among other districts, could soon be headed for a strike, effective March 31.

Area faith leaders are organizing a Palm Sunday event and service Sunday outside the DeKalb County Courthouse, an event open to all that they said is meant to combat the rise of Christian nationalism.

Youths ages 14 to 18 can register for the 4-H ServSafe Manager Certification Course. The course teaches food safety principles, proper food handling and sanitation, food-borne illness prevention and leadership in food service environments.

That Arena Rock Show will perform the biggest hits of the '80s rock era at the Egyptian Theatre on March 28.

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Senior economist, economic advisor and director of the Economic Mobility Project at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, Kristen Broady, said Wednesday that recent and current events in Iran, Venezuela and Cuba have made economic outlooks more difficult to project.

The Midwest Summit on Leadership – Shaping the Next Era of Influence takes place Thursday, May 21, at The Dixon: Historic Theatre with keynote speakers Alonzo Kelly, Tasha Garcia and Dustin E. James.

The community-wide event is designed to bring together alumni, families, friends, and local organizations for a morning of teamwork, exploration, and school pride – all while raising funds to support educational field trips for Sterling students.

Multi-genre, Blues Hall of Famer Michael Charles and his band will be performing a free concert at 9 p.m. Saturday, April 4, in Sterling.

Dixon Stage Left is proud to introduce its own improv troupe: The Oxymorons. Join The Oxymorons Improv Troupe for its debut show Friday.

Galloway is an officer known nationally and internationally as a presenter and award-winning expert in substance abuse prevention, education and enforcement.

The village of Romeoville will be putting in a new Route 66-themed stop in recognition of the famous roadway’s 100th anniversary.

Leaders for DeKalb District 428 schools are continuing to explore how to move forward with their ongoing goal of reducing secondary class sizes. Dubbed “Vision For28,” the proposal aims to address elementary and middle school class sizes and building needs.

The Yorkville Public Library is open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Curbside service is available.

After several years away, Northern Illinois University’s Huskie Motorsports team returned recently to one of the automotive industry’s most recognizable stages: the Chicago Auto Show.