In front of the family of Gary and Holly Schmidt, who were found killed in their home in September 2025, their son, the man authorities allege is responsible, was found unfit to stand trial on Monday.

As part of the six-week Oswego Fire Protection District’s Citizen Fire Academy, residents learned the challenges firefighters face.
The St. Charles Public Library will host a “Today’s Nuclear Age” discussion as part of the Great Decisions discussion program.

Geneva residents should plan accordingly for two Memorial Day weekend events that will temporarily close streets on the west side and downtown, a triathlon and the American Legion parade.

The Kankakee School Board listened to community concerns about the reduction in force of District 111 personnel.
A woman was killed and two men were injured when a house exploded near Wonder Lake Sunday.

Coal City United Methodist Church is hosting a free senior gathering on June 3 with devotions, lunch, and activities—plus free transportation for those who need it.

Oswego East High School's quiz bowl team won a conference title and earned a spot among 320 teams competing for the national championship in Atlanta on May 22.

A rural DePue man will stand trial Aug. 3 on charges stemming from a domestic dispute in which a small child was shot and killed.


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