David Petesch

Batavia city officials told residents Tuesday they’re aware of ongoing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in neighboring communities.

Batavia City Council members plan to reduce the price of charging rates at electric vehicle charging stations within the city.

St. Charles motorists should avoid Main Street (Route 64) midday Friday during the North High School Homecoming Parade.

The City of St. Charles honored the brave first responders and innocent lives lost 24 years ago during its annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at the Fire Department Memorial Monument.

Batavia City Council is seeking applicants for 7th Ward residents to join the City Council, as Alderperson Sarah Vogelsinger has announced her plans to resign.

Sturdy Shelter Brewing’s third annual Oktoberfest will bring German traditions, live music and authentic food and drink to Batavia - in September.

The city of St. Charles could impose new regulations and fees for AirBnbs, Vrbos and other short-term rentals that are currently unregulated within city limits.

New St. Charles Police Chief Daniel J. Likens said he wants to bring a fresh perspective to the police force with his nearly 30 years of experience. Likens is no stranger to Kane County. He started his law enforcement career policing the Randall Road corridor 29 years ago.

The elderly couple killed in a car crash in Geneva have been identified. They died after their car collided with one driven by an 18-year-old, authorities said.

A proposed development of pricy row houses in downtown St. Charles has taken another step towards final approval, despite some concerns about tree removal and the loss of commercial space at the site.

The Kane County Forest Preserve District invites bird watchers and nature lovers to attend guided walks through forest preserves this fall.

Despite assurances from developers and the 1,000-gallon limit imposed by the amendment, residents and council members continued to voice concerns over the data center’s water consumption, while others said the topic has been blown out of proportion.

Addressing doubts posed by Batavia City Council members during recent discussions over the attainability of some of the goals, Mayor Jeff Shielke admitted the new energy policy is not “real strong,” but said it points the Council in the right direction.

St. Charles Episcopal Church will host its annual “Car Boot and Bake Sale” fundraiser on Sept. 13.

Aurora antique furniture store Warehouse 55 will move into the former Hearth & Hammer location in downtown Batavia next month after operating for 6 years in Aurora.