Jamar E. Clinton, 22, of Oswego, is charged with two felony counts of intimidation, a criminal damage to property felony, and an aggravated battery to a police, according to police.

The northbound lane leading to the intersection will be blocked along with a left-turn lane from Ruby onto Broadway.

A driver died on Saturday in a car crash after suffering a medical emergency while on the road in rural DeKalb County, authorities said.

Gifts and Amor, 103 E. Wilson St., Batavia, is a Guerra’s Leather stand-alone store which carries a selection of leather belts, wallets, bags, boots, hats, stuffed animals, children gifts, and party supplies.

Food pantries across northern Illinois have already been anticipating an increase in demand as a result of almost $200 billion in cuts in the next 10 years to the SNAP program.

A proposed multi-unit residential and commercial development in northern Sycamore will go before the Sycamore City Council again on Monday, despite a failure to gain support from a city commission.

Hy-Vee grocer is stepping up to help feed area children and families who may be impacted by federal food assistance funding woes amid the government shutdown. Participating Hy-Vee locations with hot food service will offer free kids’ meals for children 12 and under from Nov. 3-7.

A DeKalb County Courthouse employee pleaded not guilty this week after being indicted on charges of defrauding the federal government’s Paycheck Protection Program out of more than $41,000.

The City of Rochelle has recently seen social media reaction to news of it talking with a developer about a data center potentially locating in Rochelle.

The accident happened early Saturday morning.

From can opener collection drives and Family Service Agency programs to local businesses stepping up, here are some other ways you can help keep DeKalb County locals fed amid SNAP uncertainty.

Already struggling with growing numbers of people in need of food assistance, Sauk Valley-area food pantries are now bracing for the even greater numbers expected in the wake of SNAP benefits ending Nov. 1, 2025, as part of the federal government shutdown.

A DeKalb couple has opened their latest muse: an art gallery and art supply store, 125 N. First St., Suite D. downtown. Off The Tracks Art Supply will hold a grand opening at 5 p.m. Friday.

A civil trial will begin Monday in Whiteside County Circuit Court to determine whether the widow of a Sterling firefighter, killed in the line of duty in 2021, should be paid damages in connection with his death

As the DeKalb City Council considers this year's property tax levy options, residents can weigh in before a final vote expected in November. Here's what your bill could look like under the current proposal

Multiple free food options exist across DeKalb County to serve those in need regularly. Here's a list:

"Don’t feel like you can’t come and get food:" With one day to go before a potential federal cut-off of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, DeKalb County area food pantries are preparing for what some said could be an influx of local families in need.

The prosecuting attorney told a Lee County judge Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, that a plea deal is being negotiated in the case of a Dixon man accused of disseminating images and videos of child sexual abuse.

Multiple vehicles were damaged in a crash on Thursday at the corner of Reed Street and West Jefferson Street.

As many as 10 students may have been involved in a fight at Joliet West High School and no arrests have been made as the investigation remains open, police said.

“I permitted an event to an animal abuser. I did,” DeKalb County Interim Administrator Derek Hiland said of an Aug. 2 rodeo in Kirkland. In the past few years, steer-tailing events have drawn widespread criticism, though some say animal abuse allegations are hard to prosecute.

In the past few years, steer-tailing events in DeKalb, Will, Ogle and McHenry counties, among others, have drawn widespread criticism. Some say animal abuse allegations are hard to prosecute, however.

Looking for some spooky displays to view this week for Halloween? Here's a few that caught out eye in DeKalb this week.

Sycamore School District 427 has sold the former Central School, a historic downtown building, for $151,000.

A 20-year-old man shot at police before fleeing on foot from a traffic stop in Joliet Township early Wednesday, police said

A Rock Falls man has been charged in Whiteside County with felony weapons violations and resisting arrest

Middle school class sizes in DeKalb School District 428 schools could soon see a reduction, should plans for a new early learning development center proceed.

A Kingston man is facing new charges after police found explosive devices in his home this month, according to multiple sources.

A DeKalb woman has been charged with sexually assaulting a minor in a Wendy’s bathroom while she was working as their supervisor, according to records filed in DeKalb County court.

The private Catholic university has issued non-renewal notifications to an unspecified number of its faculty.

There were no injuries and minimal damage to equipment and crops after the Rochelle Fire Department was called for a report of a combine fire Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, RFD Chief Dave Sawlsville said.

USF is cutting jobs for 18 staff members. The Joliet university employs 280.

Sterling Public Schools held a groundbreaking ceremony Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, for a new indoor multipurpose student center designed to expand training and recreation opportunities for Sterling High School students.

A 74-year old male bicyclist in Plano was taken to the hospital following a crash with an oncoming vehicle on Oct. 26.

A 15-year-old girl was reported to have been last seen in the 6000 block of Winterhaven Drive, according to a statement from the Joliet Police Department.

Christian T. Page, 29, of Marengo, was charged following an investigation by the Yorkville Police Department Investigations Unit.

Sterling Public Schools will hold a groundbreaking ceremony Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, on a new indoor multipurpose student center designed to expand training and recreation opportunities for Sterling High School students.

DeKalb's Cook Mansion, linked to NIU’s founding president, gains historic designation.

The Joliet Fire Department was called to extinguish a fire apparently caused by a space heater in the 1200 block of Schriber Saturday.

Missing since 2007, Bradley Olsen’s case remains unsolved. DeKalb police haven't given up the search, though.

Oddities abound at this new shop of dark art and oddities in downtown DeKalb. Mr. Willy's Dark Art and Oddities first started doing business in town on Oct. 18.

Ready for what comes next: DeKalb District 428 school nurses, staff talk pandemic lessons as winter viral illness season returns

Costumed festival goers of all ages, shapes and sizes gathered in downtown Batavia this weekend for the annual BatFest, a spooky season family-friendly event that included a costume contest on Saturday.

Just weeks ago, the Dixon Family YMCA faced the threat of closing both its facilities. But thanks to nearly $200,000 raised in emergency funding and swift action by community leaders, the YMCA has stabilized operations and is laying the groundwork for a long-term comeback.

St. Charles driving instructor Paul Bocska – convicted in absentia of 16 felony sexual assault charges when he didn’t attend his own trial – continues to be in police custody in Hungary with extradition efforts ongoing, court records show.

Sycamore residents can expect to pay more for water and other related utilities following a City Council vote this week to increase rates.

Parking in downtown Sycamore come January? Check the meter or pay a $10 fine, after a penalty hike narrowly passed the Sycamore City Council this week, despite the mayor calling the meters “obsolete.”

The Sycamore Lions Club has announced the winners of the 64th annual Pumpkin Festival display contest. Pumpkins will be displayed on the courthouse lawn through Sunday.

The DeKalb Police Department held a three-day training this week for officers, including K-9 units, to train on simulated field exercises with drones.

Two people suffered minor injuries after their vehicle crashed into the front of a downtown Sycamore business Friday afternoon, authorities said. The crash happened during the third day of Sycamore Pumpkin Festival, which is expected to proceed as planned.