Shaw Local is taking a look at a number of potential prospects who could fit the Chicago Bears’ needs in the first round of the NFL draft later this month. Here’s how Alabama offensive tackle could be a fit with the Bears.

From Capitol News Illinois: ComEd customers in Illinois will see an average $19 monthly reduction to their electricity bills over the coming months, thanks to a policy in the state’s climate bill

Recently hatched bald eagles have been spotted around the Chicago area, including at Fermilab grounds in Batavia.

An Aurora man is in critical condition after being shot in Aurora early Monday and found on a recreational trail.

The St. Charles Public Library will host a discussion on U.S. and China relations as part of the Great Decisions discussion program.

Shaw Local is taking a look at a number of potential prospects who could fit the Chicago Bears’ needs in the first round of the NFL draft later this month. Here’s how Clemson's defensive tackle Peter Woods could be a fit with the Bears.

A level 3 severe risk is now in place, with the strongest storms likely on Tuesday afternoon into the evening

Northern Illinois is home to some notably beautiful botanical gardens and arboretums waiting to be explored.

The Campton Hills Police Department announced the implementation of autism sensory kits in patrol vehicles, meant to reinforce its commitment to inclusive, community-centered policing.

U.S. producers intend to plant 3% fewer corn acres and 4% more soybean acres this spring, according to the prospective planting report

The Friends of St. Charles Public Library will hold its annual spring used book sale to support the library.

Catch up on the week’s top Kane County news in minutes. Listen to the week’s 5 most popular stories for April 5-111, read aloud for you

One of the most famous landmarks in St. Charles is gearing up to celebrate its 100-year anniversary. Since welcoming students a century ago as St. Charles Community High School, the historic building, now home to Thompson Middle School, has transformed countless of lives.

From Capitol News Illinois: As Illinois officials remain strongly committed to closing coal-fired power plants, federal policies under the Trump administration are creating uncertainty, spurring legal action and a push by some to keep the plants open

A single-family home in St. Charles that sold for $1.69 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Kane County during the past week

TriCity Family Services will partner with Adventures in Scavenger Hunting founder Jessica Shockey to hold a “Search Party: A Scavenger Hunt Fundraiser” for adults ages 18 and older to support local mental health services.

Two sophomore pitchers. Two dominating performances. One winner. Will Smrz and Kanon Baxley matched each other all game, but Smrz and DeKalb came away with the 2-1 win over Baxley and Kaneland on Saturday.

A single-family home in Geneva that sold for $367,500 tops the list of the best real estate deals in Kane County in the past week

The Batavia Woman’s Club is accepting scholarship applications for middle school students to attend to attend a STEAM summer camp.

From Capitol News Illinois: A long-proposed bill to improve price transparency and ban junk fees passed the Illinois House for the second time in three years. A plan pushed by Gov. JB Pritzker to create a new abortion grant fund is advancing to the Senate

Aurora Central Catholic secured it's first win of the season in a big way, Geneva baseball won its 11th straight game and five local schools shined in the Les Hodges Invite. That and more from Friday's Kane County Chronicle sports roundup.

A single-family residence located at 718 Prairie Street in St. Charles has a new owner since April 1.

West Dundee police are urging teens to think twice about playing the popular “senior assassins” game after a participant scared people and caused a school lockdown this week.

Wayne DeMaar, a former athletic director at St. Charles East and baseball coach for both St. Charles high schools is remembered for being "One of the finest men." DeMaar passed away March 27 at the age of 82.

From Capitol News Illinois: Madigan has been in a West Virginia federal prison for nearly six months, though family and friends showed up to Thursday’s arguments

For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in the area of Kane County, here's what sold for $300,000 or under during the past week.

BG Hospitality Group’s new restaurant elevates the local dining experience in Fox Haven Square, located at Main Street and Kirk Road.

A 2,894-square-foot single-family house, built in 1997, has changed hands.

Shaw Local is taking a look at a number of potential prospects who could fit the Chicago Bears’ needs in the first round of the NFL draft later this month. Here’s how Toledo safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren could be a fit with the Bears.

A School District 300 elementary school teacher is facing six felony battery charges after authorities said he got into a physical altercation outside a Crystal Lake bar.

Laine Griswold scored the only goal of the contest in the 13th minute, and St. Charles North would hold the line for the rest of the game to secure a 1-0 victory over Geneva.

Crystal Lake South senior Drake Lenckus, playing under his father Tim and alongside his freshman brother Derek, posted one goal and three assists to lead the undefeated Gators over Burlington Central in a Fox Valley Conference boys lacrosse game Thursday.

Ron Onesti, operator of Arcada Theatre, is one of three nominees for the 2026 Charlemagne Award, presented by the St. Charles Area Chamber of Commerce and to be bestowed May 1.

State Sen. Don DeWitte is one of three nominees for the 2026 Charlemagne Award, presented by the St. Charles Area Chamber of Commerce and to be bestowed May 1.

Harrison Schneider is one of three nominees for the 2026 Charlemagne Award, presented by the St. Charles Area Chamber of Commerce and to be bestowed May 1.

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From Capitol News Illinois: The Illinois State Board of Education presented its budget request for $10.9 billion to fund public schools in the upcoming fiscal year. The request includes $300 million in new spending for schools, plus $50 million for property tax relief grants

St. Charles North senior Mason Netcel, who went 8 for 12 with two doubles, three home runs, scored 12 runs and drove home seven more, is the Kane County Chronicle Athlete of the Week.

Storms may drop over an inch of rain across northern Illinois overnight, raising rivers and increasing flooding concerns by Friday morning.

Spring and the return of baseball bring hot dogs back to the forefront. So here are 10 places to get a legit, Chicago-style hot dog in the suburbs.

The Geneva French Market opens for the 2026 season on Sunday, April 12.

A single-family house located at 39W722 Benton Lane in Geneva has a new owner since March 31.

The concert will feature a video retrospective that includes songs covering five decades and the band's 14 studio records.

Metra will be undertaking a wide scope of projects this year, including improvements to 20 stations, replacement of 22 grade crossings, and three major tie replacement projects.

Bill Foster talked about the Iran war, immigration and whether President Trump should be removed during a Crystal Lake town hall meeting Wednesday evening.

The hit Broadway musical opens April 29 and runs through June 14. The show is the theatre’s 2025-26 Broadway Series finale.

An Aurora man was charged with multiple felonies after authorities said they recovered an illegal gun and 2,000 grams of illegal cannabis.

The Secretary of State's Office said the scam messages threaten that failure to pay non-existent back tolls will result in penalty fees and even suspension of driving privileges and vehicle registration.

From Capitol News Illinois: A lack of domestic workforce participation in agriculture pushes Illinois farmers to employ foreign workers through the temporary H-2A non-immigrant visa program. Illinois’ employment of farmers through the visa program has grown rapidly

Shaw Local is taking a look at a number of potential prospects who could fit the Chicago Bears’ needs in the first round of the NFL draft later this month. Here’s how Missouri edge rusher Zion Young could be a fit with the Bears.