Sycamore

A referendum that failed on November's ballot returns to Sycamore voters this spring. Currently, the District 427 school board elects no more than three members from any one district township. The referendum change, if approved, would remove the three-person restriction.

The Sycamore Public Library’s Winter Reading Challenge is underway, a seasonal initiative to encourage bookworms of all ages.

The Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Cougars to its membership.

The challenge raised $18,191 in donations.

A DeKalb County area group that supports early childhood literacy is collecting book donations through the new year.

Two DeKalb man fled on foot from the scene of a vehicle crash Thursday, and were later found by police K-9 units after a multi-agency chase that involved dogs and a drone.

Sycamore Police Chief Jim Winters recently announced plans to retire by spring 2025. He said he believes the department is in a stable spot for a top cop transition.

The annual Heroes on Hardwood basketball game between Sycamore first responders and staff from Sycamore School District 427 was held Thursday night to raise funds for the Spartan Food Pantry.

If snowfall exceeds 2 inches, the city of DeKalb will activate emergency parking restrictions on certain city roads to allow for snowplows to get through to clear streets. Here's what to know.

The Unitarian Universalist Church of DeKalb will host a volunteer orientation for its overnight warming center volunteers. Attendees can receive trauma-informed care training, learn about the warming center’s mission and prepare to support guests.

The Northern Illinois University Art Museum is hosting the NIU College of Visual and Performing Arts 2024-2025 Faculty Biennial exhibition through Feb. 15.

National Maple Syrup Day is Dec. 17, so treat the whole family to a pancake breakfast at one of these award-winning restaurants near you.

The Sycamore Public Library will host a holiday open house for patrons to celebrate the holidays on Friday.

The DeKalb County Community Foundation has launched a new program meant to fund facility expansion and construction projects that serve DeKalb County residents.

The Kishwaukee Family YMCA recently received a $2,015 donation from the NAPA AutoCare Centers of DeKalb County to fund youth financial assistance scholarships.

Kishwaukee College recently recognized 27 students for their completion of the college’s registered nursing program during a pinning ceremony.

Kishwaukee College recently celebrated 103 graduating students during its fall 2024 commencement ceremony.

Recently, vehicles left unattended as parents walk their children into their daycare providers have become the target of burglaries, according to Sycamore police.

Sycamore Middle School recently celebrated its students of the month for October.

Heidi Kissamis recently was awarded with $10,000 donated by Resource Bank as part of the bank’s Kick-Off for Kash contest.

A DeKalb County judge ruled this month that cell tower data can be used as evidence in an upcoming double murder trial for the man accused in the 2016 slayings of Sycamore mother and son Patricia Wilson and Robert Wilson. Prosecutors say the data proves the man was in the area.

The J.F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center is seeking applicants interested in volunteering or serving on the homestead’s board of directors.

Sycamore Middle School recently celebrated its November students of the month.

Eligible nonprofit and community organizations serving DeKalb County youth are invited to apply for grants through the DeKalb County Community Foundation, meant to support programs that make a positive impact on area youth.

Downtown DeKalb was transformed this month into a magical wonderland during the fourth annual “Once Upon a Tutu” event hosted by Dimensions Youth Ballet.

The Sycamore Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed OSF OnCall Urgent Care to its membership.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated First Baptist Church of DeKalb’s 180th anniversary.

The DeKalb Public Library will partner with the DeKalb County Health Department to host a monthly information booth for patrons to learn about DeKalb County services.

The DeKalb Public Library will host two study sessions for patrons to study for final exams.

Kishwaukee College will offer six fast-track training programs during the spring semester.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the opening of King’s Corner Arcade at Mardi Gras Lanes.

Projects supporting underserved populations in DeKalb County received a boost through the Promise Grant-Subvencion de Promesa program offered by the DeKalb County Community Foundation.

The J.F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center is seeking monetary donations to help restore its barn.

The eclectic items in the late James Niewold's downtown Sycamore staple, The Clock Shoppe, are up for a final sale this weekend. Niewold was remembered as a "longtime tinkerer."

First Congregational United Church of Christ of DeKalb will hold its annual Carols and Candles service on Sunday and all are welcome.

City officials said Sycamore property taxpayers could pay slightly less to the city than they have in past years on their 2024 property tax levy.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated The Balloon Bar moving to a new location.

The Sycamore Public Library will not raise its property tax levy in 2024.

Kishwaukee College will host a commencement ceremony for its fall 2024 semester graduates.

Friends and co-workers of 56-year-old Kimberly Hurley said they’ll remember her for her laughter, love, grit and devotion to her two sons. She was found shot to death Nov. 22 at her Sycamore home.

The DeKalb Public Library will host its sixth annual STEM Gingerbread House Family Fun Science event on Saturday.

The DeKalb and Sycamore fire departments recently announced the 2024 Red Wreath Program, which encourages safe practices for holiday lights for area residents at home.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the opening of a new location of McAlister’s Deli and welcomed it to the chamber’s membership.

A special prosecutor was appointed Wednesday in the murder trial of a 16-year-old accused of stabbing to death his Sycamore classmate Kaleb McCall in 2023. The teen's lawyer is expected to argue against his transfer to adult court in January.

The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of DeKalb will host the first of its two winter farmers market fundraisers to finance two new furnaces.

DeKalb County has warming centers throughout DeKalb, Sycamore and Genoa free to use and open to help all in the area looking to get out of the bitter cold.

The DeKalb Public Library will host a free after-hours concert Friday featuring Arcomusical.

The Lutheran Church of St. John will host a live drive-thru Nativity and chili supper on Saturday to celebrate Christmas.

The Fellowship Baptist Church will host a drive-thru Nativity on Thursday for the community to celebrate Christmas.

Immanuel Lutheran Church and Student Center will host a “The Word Fulfilled, The Word Made Flesh” Advent services series for Christmas. Services continue through Dec. 18.