Kane County

The family of a man whom Kane County deputies shot and killed May 24, 2023, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Sheriff Ron Hain and Deputy Michael Widlarz in federal court seeking a jury trial and unspecified damages.

Owners of historic buildings in Geneva will now be able to apply for grants to pay for upgrades, including utilities, fire prevention, accessibility and interior improvements.

From pet adoption to historical anniversaries, there's no shortage of things to do in Kane County this week.

Demonstrations, marches and rallies against President Trump's policies are continuing this week, on Thursday, May 1 and Saturday, May 3

Kane County Clerk John Cunningham thanked everyone who participated in the April 1 consolidated election, including election judges, staff, the State’s Attorney’s Office, the Sheriff’s Office and Kane County voters.

Batavia is among hundreds of municipalities in Illinois considering the creation of a local grocery tax in response to the state’s decision to eliminate the current one after 2025.

A resident escaped through a window and onto a roof over the front door. Firefighters brought him down on a ladder. He was examined for smoke exposure and declined treatment, according to a news release.

St. Charles Business Services Committee members recommended approval of a contract to construct a new crosswalk and road diet on Illinois Avenue just west of the Fox River downtown.

Measles vaccination rates among Illinois schoolchildren have continued a gradual decline for the fifth straight year, according to state data released this month, prompting renewed warnings from public health officials concerned about the risk of outbreaks.

Kane County Forest Preserves will open May 1 for recreational camping through Oct. 19.

Measles vaccination rates among Illinois schoolchildren have continued a gradual decline for the fifth straight year, according to state data released this month, prompting renewed warnings from public health officials concerned about the risk of outbreaks.

A 113-year-old city record seems to confirm that Abe Lincoln was physically present in Geneva.

A bus tour led by Illinois Democratic senators made a stop in Joliet to speak out against cuts to social programs proposed by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump. 

Mark your calendar for local celebrations and art shows.

Find a local group to exercise with and make a healthy habit last.

Add these reading recommendations to your list for the month of May.

Geneva is hosting an informational meeting from 5:30 t 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 29 at the Public Works Department, 1800 South St., regarding the 2025 street improvement program.

The 17th Karas Group restaurant, Squire Ale House, opened in Campton Hills.

The Cultural Arts & Special Events Department of Elgin produces or co-produces over 50 events a year.

Kane County residents who have plenary orders of protection will be able to have Hope cards starting April 28, intended to make it easier to report violations.

Kane County Audubon, the local chapter of the Illinois Audubon Society, hosts field trips, bird walks and nature hikes with events planned in Batavia, Sugar Grove and beyond this June.

The Association for Individual Development (AID) will host “a morning of fun, relaxation, and community impact” at its 2025 Summer Stroll and Roll this June in Geneva.

The upcoming meeting of the Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners will focus on how to use rainwater in gardening.

Francesca Favero has been appointed as the next principal of Wredling Middle School in St. Charles, effective July 1, when Principal Tim Loversky is set to retire.

Propelled by its No. 1 doubles team of Thomas Sloncen and Max Brockmeyer, St. Charles East won its tournament title on Saturday.

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County will offer free wood chips to the public on Sunday, May 4.

Highlights include Geneva's Swedish Days, Yorkville's River Fest, Batavia's Windmill City Fest and many more.

Retired Kane County Lieutenant Salvador Rodriguez will seek the Democratic nomination next April to run for Kane County Sheriff in the Nov. 3, 2026, midterm election.

Elburn Trustee and former Cook County detective Lou Santoyo will seek the Republican nomination next April to run for Kane County Sheriff in the Nov. 3, 2026, midterm election.

Several Northwestern Medicine sites will offer drive-up locations from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday for community members to safely dispose of unused medications.

Newly elected Batavia council members will be sworn in on May 5 during the regularly scheduled City Council meeting.

Construction set to begin on the Peace Bridge Ramp project in Batavia that will connect the riverwalk and bridge, intended to provide a smoother transition for cyclists and pedestrians crossing the Fox River. Construction could be completed as early as October 2025.

The current St. Charles City Council will hold its final meeting at 7 p.m. on May 5 in City Hall, followed by the swearing-in ceremony for the newly elected officials at 7:15 p.m. in Fire Station No. 1, 112 N. Riverside Ave.

The Geneva City Council Monday unanimously approved the creation of a new special service area to raise $700,000 to finance the approximate cost of retrofitting electrical infrastructure for a 40-unit townhouse development.

Just shy of 50 pounds, 11 months old, with a Fox Red coat, River, a purebred Labrador retriever, sat in attention before Mayor Jeff Schielke with her paw raised to take the oath of office as Batavia Police Department's first-ever comfort dog.

The preliminary hearing of an elderly Montgomery man charged with 90 counts of sexual assault and sexual abuse of minors was postponed today – because a grand jury had just indicted him on 127 counts.

The Geneva City Council on Monday unanimously approved extending water service to a house on Western Avenue, a house that is not in the city and is not being annexed.

Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners established a $2,000 tuition scholarship for a graduating high school senior.

Two fresh faces were sworn-in as Batavia School District 101 board members, in a special session also involving electing the board president, vice president, and secretary.

A new three-year collective bargaining agreement has been reached between the Batavia School District 101 and the Batavia Educational Support Professional Association (BESPA), including wage increases and expanded training.

This weekend explore a French market, listen to the swinging sounds of the Big Band Era, and more.

After nearly an hour of debate Monday, the Geneva City Council voted unanimously to keep its ordinance to allow a liquor license holder to be elected.

The public is invited to participate in the Safe Kane County Drive-Thru Pickup event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, April 25 at the parking lot of the Circuit Clerk's Office, 540 S. Randall Road, St. Charles.

Registration is still open for the 57th annual Charlemagne Award ceremony on Friday, May 2, hosted by the St. Charles Chamber of Commerce at the Royal Fox Country Club.

With all ballots counted, Jeff Schielke is set to be elected to his 12th term in office as mayor of Batavia against his challenger Tom Connelly. The updated voting totals include late-arriving mail-in and provisional ballots.

Recreational camping opens for the season at the Forest Preserve District of Kane County’s campgrounds on May 1.

Pastors and members of Batavia, Geneva and Aurora United Methodist churches celebrated Good Friday with a joint Tenebrae service at United Methodist Church of Geneva.

Catholic church leaders in Joliet and Rockford dioceses react to the passing of Pope Francis, who died early Monday morning.

Local designers in Kane County see the rewarding result of their hard work in design.