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Malta man was found guilty of strangling Melissa Lamesch in her Mt. Morris home one day before Thanksgiving 2020.

Kishwaukee College will host three information sessions for high school students to learn about the Early College Program or Engineering, Math and Science Academy.

The Kishwaukee College Foundation recently named Matt Duffy, DeKalb Chamber of Commerce executive director, a recipient of the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award.

The Kishwaukee College Foundation recently announced the creation of the Janice Vida Owens endowment fund.

Daily Chronicle reader Dennis Flink captured this photo Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, of the Northern Lights on the DeKalb County side of County Line Road, between Heal and Twombly roads.

Fall means it's time to visit a pumpkin farm! Check out our list of locations around northern Illinois for some autumn fun.

The Kishwaukee College Foundation recently distributed more than $260,000 in scholarships to hundreds of local students for the fall semester.

Kishwaukee College will host several events to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month throughout September and October.

The recipients are Nia Burrows, Courtney Felder, Nick Hoffman, Aolani Perez, and Madison Rollins. The students were awarded high-end stethoscopes created by the 3M Community Support Group.

Kishwaukee College will offer Workplace Readiness Training for local businesses and employees to support expanding workforces.

Celebrating its eighth year, the gastropub changes up the menu with the seasons.

Here’s some family-friendly things to do during fall in DeKalb County

The Albert and Frances Besserman endowment fund will aid the Kishwaukee College library and scholarships to students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering or math.

Find an apple orchard in and around Geneva, Oswego, Plano, Woodstock, Plainfield, Aurora, Yorkville, McHenry, Union, La Salle, Mt. Morris and Rock Falls.

Maureen Little, a Republican DeKalb County Board member from District 1, announced she will be vacating her seat and moving out of the county at a board meeting on Wednesday night.

An Ogle County jury found Matthew Plote guilty of killing Melissa Lamesch, 27, on Nov. 25, 2020, just one day before Thanksgiving and two days before their baby was to be born.

DeKalb County property transfers filed from July 8 to 14, 2024.

Kishwaukee College will offer six fast-track training programs during the fall semester, available online, in-person and in hybrid formats. The programs range from eight to 15 weeks and allow students to start a career or build skills with additional training.

Judge to hear new motion Aug. 12.

DeKalb County property transfers filed from June 1 to 7, 2024.

The Kishwaukee College SkillsUSA chapter recently earned medals, including multiple state titles, during the annual SkillsUSA Illinois Leadership and Skills Conference Championships.

DeKalb County property transfers filed from May 13 to 31, 2024.

DeKalb County Habitat for Humanity, villages of Malta, Kirkland get grant boost for rural programs through DeKalb County Community Foundation

Ogle County jury found Matthew Plote guilty in June of killing Melissa Lamesch and their full-term unborn son in November 2020

Kishwaukee College president Laurie Borowicz has been named the 2024 recipient of the Gary W. Davis Ethical Leadership Award.

The tour includes coffee and conversation events and traveling office hours.

Lamesch, 27, of Mt. Morris, was 9 months pregnant with Plote’s baby when she was found dead inside her burning home on Nov. 25, 2020.

Ogle County Judge John “Ben” Roe sentenced Matthew Plote, 37, of Malta to life in prison Thursday for the November 2020 murder of Melissa Lamesch.

The Kishwaukee College Foundation is accepting nominations for its 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award, meant to honor alumni who’ve contributed to their professions and communities to reflect the college’s values.

DeKalb County property transfers filed from April 8 to April 14, 2024.

DeKalb High School student Calvin VanderSchee and Indian Creek High School students Theo Baird and Emily Frazier recently earned associate degrees as part of Kishwaukee College’s early college program.

Kishwaukee College will host youth athletic soccer and volleyball camps for the summer at the college, 21193 Malta Road, Malta. Pre-registration is encouraged to attend.

As summer approaches, so do seasonal events, festivals and more in DeKalb County. Here’s your guide to what’s going on in communities around you:

Kishwaukee College recently celebrated 218 graduating students during its spring 2024 commencement ceremonies.

DeKalb County-area veterans groups, cities and organizers will host Memorial Day events throughout the county for the public to come together to honor all who’ve died in service to the country. Here's what's happening May 27:

Kishwaukee College has named Matt Long as its new men’s basketball head coach.

Kishwaukee College recently recognized 23 students for their completion of the college’s registered nursing program during a pinning ceremony.

Hinckley-Big Rock state champion Jenna Thorp, Malta's final points and rebounding record-holder Justin Allen and current DeKalb coach Mike Reynolds were inducted into the IBCA Hall of Fame earlier this month

The sale will feature plants grown by the college’s horticulture students and faculty

DeKalb County property transfers filed from March 25 to 31, 2024.

Kishwaukee College recently welcomed 32 new members to the Alpha Rho Eta chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society for the 2023-24 academic year.

Kishwaukee College will host an open house for its Career and Technical Education programs Wednesday.

DeKalb County property transfers filed from March 15 to 22, 2024.

The Kishwaukee College horticulture department recently hosted Illinois certified professional florist coordinator Ronda Hess as part of the college’s Artist In Residence program.

Kishwaukee College nursing student Perla Gonzales recently was named the winner of the college’s 2024 Gandhi/King Peace Scholarship.

DeKalb County property transfers filed from March 8 to 14, 2024.

The DeKalb Township will parter with Kishwaukee College and DeKalb County TRIAD to host a Senior Car Clinic, a chance for residents ages 60 or older to get their car serviced for free.

Pedro Hall recently was announced as the winner of Kishwaukee College’s 2024 Paul Simon Student Essay Contest.

The programs range from 11 to 20 weeks and allows students to start a career or build skills with additional training. Attendees need computer access and the internet for online programs. Some programs include a clinical component or an externship.

Kishwaukee College recently announced it removed about $375,000 in student fees, part of a plan officials have said is meant to boost enrollment and improve transparency surrounding costs for higher education.