The annual Sycamore Chalk Walk is set for Sept. 13 in downtown Sycamore. That and more September happenings with the Kishwaukee Valley Art League here

Plans for a Marriott-branded hotel were met favorably by DeKalb city leaders this week, as project leaders sought a proposed tax-sharing agreement after the hotel developer blamed tariffs and inflation for rising construction costs. A final vote is expected in September.

Discussions about constructing a possible roundabout at the intersection of Normal and Dresser roads in DeKalb are preliminary, DeKalb city attorney Matt Rose said.

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The Sycamore and DeKalb football teams opened their 2025 seasons with the annual FNBO Challenge Friday night in Huskie Stadium at Northern Illinois University.

Mosquitoes collected in Sandwich city limits have tested positive for West Nile virus, according to a Thursday DeKalb County Health Department announcement.

Explore Mr. Willy’s Dark Art and Oddities in DeKalb, showcasing unique relics and art. The shop is tentatively expected to open this fall.

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DeKalb city clerk Bradley Hoey talks about his first 100 days on the job.

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Greg Spears, Ken Spears Construction president, and his parents and company founders, Ken and Kathy Spears sat down to talk about the businesses 50 years in DeKalb County.

The DeKalb County Community Foundation recently was chosen as a grant recipient to aid rural communities through a partnership with Compeer Financial.