DeKalb County has several festivals in July and around the Fourth of July holiday to view fireworks and enjoy other family-friendly activities.

Northern Illinois University’s WNIJ 89.5 FM will host its second annual Familia Fest this month to celebrate community, family and soccer.

Community members are invited to learn about the significance of the signing of the Declaration of Independence during a free presentation this week in DeKalb just in time for July 4.

Here’s what’s happening at Kishwaukee Valley Art League in July

The DeKalb Public Library will host a Safe Passage informational booth July 3 for residents to learn about the organization’s services.

Here's where Rooted for Good's free mobile food pantry will be throughout DeKalb County in July. The resource is available for all, no requirements necessary.

The city of DeKalb’s $4.5 million street maintenance program remains underway, with more work expected to begin Monday.

Kishwaukee College nursing student Tasha Kimble recently was bestowed a Lifelong Learning Award by the Illinois Community College Trustees Association.

NIU is the first public university to receive funds from the Sarah Siddons Society. The university is the fifth Chicago-area college to receive scholarship funds.