DeKalb

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John Walker: When it comes to public safety in our community there is nothing that I will let stand in the way and that includes money

Kouame Sanan: In my opinion, staffing the city for first responders is necessary, and I believe it is adequate because it's always better to be safe than sorry.

Linh Nguyen: More can always be done to ease taxpayer burdens. Our airport is a tremendous opportunity that is underutilized.

Cohen Barnes: One of the key ways we will continue to ease taxpayer burdens is by attracting more retail businesses and restaurants to DeKalb

The Joseph F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center’s next Soup-er Sunday program will feature a presentation on DeKalb-area photographs by wildlife photographer Michael Day.

Educational institutions and communities across the nation observed CTE Month in February to raise awareness of the role that CTE plays in preparing students for college and career success.

Attendees can learn how to service, clean, and some basic functions of their sewing machine.

Teens and adults can learn about the world of artificial intelligence and ChatGPT at a workshop held at the DeKalb Public Library.

The March hybrid Brown Bag Lunch and Local Lore series at the Ellwood House Museum will feature a program on the history of Lincoln Highway.

A former DeKalb police chief has a new gig in the city.

The DeKab Public Library will host the first of its Conversations About Migration series for people to discuss immigration-related media.

The concert, directed by Deb Shofner, will feature music including the classic Spanish march “Amparito Roca” by Jamie Texidor. “Cape Fear Chronicles,” arranged by Robert Sheldon, is a composition inspired by the Carolinas Cape Fear area.

Voters will get a chance to learn more about candidates for DeKalb city and township races March 9 ahead of the April 1 consolidated election. Forums set for DeKalb city clerk, DeKalb mayor, DeKalb School District 428 Board and DeKalb Township supervisor.

St. Mary’s Catholic School will host its fourth annual Brews, Bottles and Blarney tasting event to support the school and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.

People can learn how to beat the winter blues at a DeKalb Public Library program as part of its Hygge Winter Happiness series.

Sheridan Threadgill has long felt a sense of belonging to her church community at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, she said.

Plans to redevelop two downtown DeKalb buildings – the former Eduardo’s Restaurant and McCabe’s – became one step closer to reality this week after the City Council approved two TIF loans.

A candidate for mayor voiced some concerns this week for newly approved bus route changes in DeKalb. The changes, which city staff said were meant to address safety, ridership numbers and route efficiency, take effect March 9.

Opinion: Kishwaukee United Way is in its second year implementing a new initiative centered around helping individuals upgrade their lives from survival mode to a thriving future with the Digital Crossover program.

Michael Carbonaro's performance will include audience participation, twists, comedy and illusions. He is the executive producer and star of the TV show “The Carbonaro Effect.”

You don't have to drive into Chicago for an exciting and educational excursion. There are plenty of museums in the suburbs and northern Illinois that are well worth a visit.

Here are some concerts happening in DeKalb, DuPage, La Salle, Lee, Kane, McHenry and Will counties happening in March. From classical music to high-energy rock shows, there's something for everyone.

Linh Nguyen, a Northern Illinois University educator and former League of Women Voters president, has likely secured her name on the ballot for April’s DeKalb mayoral race after Tuesday’s primary election.

Public funeral and visitation services have been arranged for the late Roger Scott, who spent more than half a century serving in the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office. Visitation and a funeral will take place March 6 and 7 in DeKalb.

The second annual Huskie Trek Talks: Ideas in Motion returns March 1 to Northern Illinois University to showcase research, innovation and engagement happening across campus.

The DeKalb Park District has netted $13,120 in state grant money to help with local forestry initiatives including tree mapping and developing an urban management plan.

Citing ongoing financial challenges, the management at WLBK FM 98.9/AM 1360 radio station in DeKalb has pulled the plug on its morning show staff, the station announced in a social media post Tuesday.

Roger Scott, longtime DeKalb County sheriff who retired in 2021 after more than three decades at the helm, died Sunday. The devoted family man "lived a life selflessly serving others," Sheriff Andy Sullivan said Monday.

As news of the death of longtime DeKalb County Sheriff Roger Scott spread Monday, tributes began to pour in from colleagues and officials honoring his life and legacy.

Rooted For Good released a list of March locations for Grow Mobile, a mobile food pantry that offers free food and household items to all who visit, no requirements necessary. Here's where the pantry will set up shop in March.

Daily Chronicle photos of the late DeKalb County Sheriff Roger Scott, who died Feb. 23, 2025, surrounded by family. Scott was sheriff for 36 years and worked in the office since 1969.

Route changes could be coming to DeKalb’s public transit operations, with new bus schedules going into effect next month. Proposed changes would address safety, NIU student weekend traffic, ridership numbers and more, documents show.

The DeKalb County History Center and Ellwood House Museum will hold a “Community Storytelling Workshop” in March as part of their Arts in Action initiative.

Adults and teens can learn how to convert VHS tapes to DVDs at the DeKalb Public Library at an upcoming workshop.

The DeKalb County Community Foundation is launching a newly designed Universal Scholarship Application in 2025 and one application cycle, meant to help encourage more students to apply.

The Egyptian Theatre will host a concert featuring Celtic band Gaelic Storm as part of its Roll Out the Barrel Tour.

Tuesday is the final day to vote in the single-race primary election. Here's what to know about the single-race DeKalb mayor primary ballot.

Kishwaukee Valley Art League's new art rotation includes 3D or 2D artwork. The art pieces will be displayed for upcoming sales and exhibitions.

A DeKalb County judge this week tossed a bid by DeKalb mayoral candidate Linh Nguyen in her ongoing election legal dispute with the city, though the ruling isn’t likely to affect Nguyen’s chances to be on the April 1 ballot. Nguyen still is running in Tuesday's primary election.

Soaring egg prices are affecting restaurant margins, menu prices and family grocery budgets in DeKalb County, but restaurateurs said this week that they’re trying not to pass rising costs on to their customers.

The Indian Valley Theatre is accepting applications for its annual Mimi Bryan Memorial Scholarship for Sandwich-area graduating seniors.

The Ellwood House Museum and DeKalb County History Center announce an art call for the third Arts in Action exhibition. The application deadline is May 31.

The high-energy Celtic band will perform Friday, Feb. 28 at the downtown DeKalb theatre.

Adults and seniors can learn about Medicare insurance options during workshops at the DeKalb Public Library.

A DeKalb woman was killed Friday after she was thrown from her vehicle in a traffic crash, according to a news release from St. Charles Police Department.

DeKalb mayoral hopefuls got their chance to meet with voters and share their platforms this week during a public forum, where taxes, business growth and the role of city committees took center stage.

As the city of DeKalb seeks to comply with state requirements mandating municipalities replace residential water pipes lined with lead, officials this week approved a series of steps meant to begin the replacement process.

DeKalb mayoral and 2nd Ward candidates were on hand Wednesday night to take part in the DeKalb Area Rental Association and DeKalb Area Builders Association Candidate Night.

The DeKalb High School Future Farmers of America chapter held a Barnyard Zoo Family Night Wednesday to celebrate National FFA Week. The event offered the chance for visitors to meet farm animals, take part in arts and crafts and learn about farming in DeKalb County.