State Sen. Dave Syverson, R-Cherry Valley, said this week he’ll seek a fifth term in the 35th District, and if reelected would fight against Democrat-led immigration policies including sanctuary cities and laws that prevent police from assisting federal immigration agents.

Area motorists are reminded that Bastian Drive in Sugar Grove will be closed temporarily Wednesday for the park district's annual Fourth of July Bike Parade.

The freeze applies to funding already approved by Congress, and state education leaders say the delay is putting school districts in a difficult position with the 2025-26 school year looming

A 40-year-old man fell out of a moving Toyota sedan on Illinois Route 38 north of Elburn and was injured Tuesday after he opened the door instead of the window, authorities said. He remains hospitalized Wednesday, according to the Kane County Sheriff's Office.

Fourth of July festivities can be frightening and even dangerous for animals with noisy fireworks and other celebrations. The American Veterinary Medical Association offers these guidelines for keeping pets safe.

The Hill BMX racetrack recently was named as the host track for the 2025 BMX State Championship. It's a chance to draw thousands to the area in September, an Elgin tourism agency official said.