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Tails Humane Society will host its Tails on Tap Bar Crawl on Aug. 2 in downtown Sycamore to raise funds for animals in need of care, medical treatment and second chances.

The 13th annual Family Fun Fest returns to Hopkins Park Wednesday, co-hosted by the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce and DeKalb Park District.

Hundreds of miles and four days later, almost 100 bicyclists found ways to grieve, support each other and remember police officers killed while on duty in Illinois in 2024. Cycle Across Illinois benefiting the Illinois chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors concludes Sunday.

The DeKalb and Sycamore chambers of commerce recently celebrated the opening of Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery, a bakery in Sycamore.

American history buffs could have a chance to show off their skills at a trivia night in DeKalb this month to celebrate the country’s upcoming 250th anniversary.

The Kishwaukee Sunrise Rotary Club recently donated to the Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra for the orchestra’s KSO Instrument Donation project, which provides instruments to area public schools.

The DeKalb, Genoa Area, and Sycamore chambers of commerce recently celebrated the opening of Communities by Grainger’s Old Mill Park Clubhouse, a subdivision for residents 55 and older.

The DeKalb Knights of Columbus Council 717 will hold its 42nd annual DeKalb County First Responder Appreciation Pig Roast on July 17 to benefit fire and police personnel.

Nearly 100 law enforcement personnel from across the state will bike to Northern Illinois University in DeKalb Saturday, their latest stop in an almost 400-mile bicycle journey across Illinois to honor their fallen comrades. Stops also in LaSalle, Kendall, Kane, DuPage counties

The DeKalb Public Library will hold its next story time and outdoor hike on July 17 for families as part of an ongoing Stories and a Stroll program.

Nearly 100 cyclists biked from Normal through La Salle County to DeKalb on Saturday, July 12, for Day 3 of Cycle Across Illinois, a charity campaign to honor fallen police officers and raise funds for their families. The group was led into town by DeKalb County Sheriff Andy Sullivan. They're expected to bike through the suburbs and end in Chicago Sunday after nearly 400 miles.

State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, held a town hall Friday at Northern Illinois University’s Holmes Student Center in DeKalb. Briel will be hosting town halls later this year in Oglesby and Utica.

Residents can learn how to become a citizen archivist during an upcoming workshop at the DeKalb Public Library.

The DeKalb Public Library will partner with the DeKalb County Health Department to help educate the community this month on public health services available in the area.

St. Mary’s Catholic School in Sycamore will offer tuition grants for students in first through seventh grade.

A Streator man charged with shooting three people, killing one, will stand trial for murder on July 21.

The DeKalb County History Center will host its fourth annual Cocktails at the Crib fundraiser this month to support the history center’s programming.

Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists will partner with DeKalb County United to host a food and school supplies drive to benefit DeKalb, Genoa, Sycamore, and Rochelle residents. The drive runs through July 18.

The Ellwood House Museum will partner with the University of Illinois Extension to offer a “Bugs and Blossoms” program for children and families this weekend.

DeKalb District 428 could close early and under budget on a purchase agreement to secure the ownership to Mitchell Elementary School just in time for the start of classes this fall. The building used to house NIU's School of Nursing.

Honoring jazz legend Duke Ellington and NIU’s own Ron Modell, the weekend features three live bands and plenty of dancing.

The curtain will rise on a bit of Shakespearean mischief with a silver screen twist when Stage Coach Players opens their summer production of “Shakespeare in Hollywood” on July 17.

Big O’s Barbecue, a food truck turned walk-up storefront known for its rib tips, links and chicken, opened this month at a new spot in DeKalb.

Plans for Heartland Bank to build a new drive-thru facility along Grove Street received preliminary support from DeKalb city leaders this week.

Adults are invited to watch a screening of the Civil War movie “Glory” Friday in DeKalb.

Adults can learn about various healthy aging topics from Home Instead at the DeKalb Public Library.

Claire Hubele, whose loved ones call her “Claire Bear,” turned 100 on Wednesday, surrounded by a community that’s grown into family at Heritage Woods in DeKalb. Her secret to a long life? "Just be yourself," she said.

Claire Hubele turned 100 on Wednesday, and celebrated with her friends during a party at her home in Heritage Woods of DeKalb.

A DeKalb cannabis dispensary has been given the green light this week to move forward with plans to open a tasting room. “We also want to use it as a means to bring the community together as well to use it as an education for cannabis," owner Maria Davis said.

Family Service Agency of DeKalb County is asking for the public’s help to keep providing temporary housing and assistance to residents impacted by recent apartment fires in DeKalb and Sycamore.

DeKalb mom Kassandra Santos wants lawmakers and others to know that her 1-year-old daughter, Marely's life depends on 24/7 in-home health care funded mostly through Medicaid. But as Medicaid cuts loom under President Trump's new budget bill, what about Marely's longterm care?

Kassandra Santos, of DeKalb, mother of 1-year-old Marely Chavarria Santos, worries about what the future holds in light of recent legislation that calls for cuts in Medicaid. Marley, who had a heart transplant and suffers from other health issues, requires round-the-clock care much of which is covered by Medicaid.

A DeKalb man was arrested Sunday after police say he battered a woman, who they found with a bloodied face inside a locked hotel room, according to records filed in court.

Residents were able to return home hours after a fire reported on Magnolia Street in DeKalb over the weekend, due to quick efforts from the DeKalb Fire Department, authorities said.

Briel’s town hall series begins Friday, July 11, at 6 p.m. at Northern Illinois University’s Holmes Student Center, 340 Carroll Ave. in DeKalb.

Infinity Truck Sales Inc., 3100 S. First St., Unit A, DeKalb, specializes in selling used heavy equipment including flatbed trailers, reefer trailers, van trailers, and semi-tractors.

Officials with DeKalb schools recently said they’ve been engaged with Sycamore district leaders over a possible agreement that could help both districts utilize new space to benefit pre-kindergarten students.

Hidden Treasures and More, 143 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, will soon close up shop for good, its owners announced.

Mayfield Congregational Church will host a Summer Stop event for community members to learn about its Underground Railroad history.

Candy Cloud, 2448 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, is a specialty drink cafe that offers various beverages, from coffee to boba tea and other sweet treats, including cake pops and donuts.

The DeKalb Public Library will host a “Divergent” trivia contest for teenagers in sixth through 12th grade as part of a summer trivia contest series.

Check out some of the best pictures captured by Daily Chronicle photographers for Shaw Local News Network the week of June 28-July 6.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Chop It Up to its membership.

Area teenagers are invited to gather to play and learn how to play chess at a local club in DeKalb.

AARP Tax-Aide is seeking volunteers for the upcoming tax season in DeKalb, Genoa, Sycamore, and La Salle.

DeKalb County area nonprofits that provide services to local residents are invited to apply for funding through DeKalb Township this month.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its 35th annual DeKalb Athena and Women of Accomplishment Awards through July 25.

Days after the DeKalb Barb Boosters announced its dissolution this week, District 428’s athletic director is hoping to drum up community support to keep fundraising efforts going.

Column: Ask 10 neighbors what sustainability means and seven will picture trees or recycling bins. Few mention paychecks, health or utility bills – yet that is where the benefits show up. Here are four myths that keep DeKalb from cashing in, writes Shaun Langley.

DeKalb County has several festivals in July and around the Fourth of July holiday to view fireworks and enjoy other family-friendly activities.