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.

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St. Charles firefighters, public servants and community members remember those lost on 9/11 24 years ago during an anniversary ceremony Sept. 11, 2025.

The Congregational United Church of Christ will host its annual United Fall Fest to benefit the Lazarus House.

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

The St. Charles Public Library will begin its annual Sunday Concert Series with a performance featuring the Elaine Dame Trio of Chicago as part of the 14th annual St. Charles Jazz Weekend.

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.