Sycamore Community School District 427 has postponed plans to move its administrative offices into a former Nicor call center this month after severe storms damaged the building in March.

Jury selection for the trial of Chicago man charged with robbing a DeKalb bank in July 2024 is set to start Monday, after the man accused, who’s representing himself in court, rejected two plea offers from prosecutors.

Those on the job hunt and looking to have a little fun while they’re at it are welcome to the Sycamore Community Expo and Hiring Fair, a family-friendly event on Saturday.

The federal government says the move will save money and that it will still support Head Start programs, but some who run those programs are skeptical that it won't hurt services to low-income children.

The Sycamore School District 427 board president said he hears the community’s message loud and clear after a district referendum failed its second straight election. The referendum would have lifted residency requirements for school board elections.

Families and community members of all ages are invited to the second annual DeKalb County Earth Fest on Saturday, a chance to learn about sustainable living, celebrate the environment and have a little fun.

The Sycamore Music Boosters will host a mattress sale fundraiser on Sunday, with proceeds going to help Sycamore music students purchase uniforms and equipment and provide scholarships.

The DeKalb Public Library will host a workshop Sunday on sewing machine maintenance.

Activists in DeKalb are planning a mass protest on Saturday to rally against the Trump administration over what they call a “brazen power grab” disrupting federal institutions and depriving working people of needed jobs and services. Partisan and nonpartisan groups are expected.