Column: Primary elections sometimes raise questions for voters, so I wanted to take a moment to walk through a few of the most common questions and share some helpful information for voters in DeKalb County, writes Clerk and Recorder Tasha Sims.

Scott Johansen, one of three candidates for Kane County treasurer in the March 17 Democratic primary, filed two police reports that allege his 4x4 campaign signs were damaged and stolen.

Nearly 500 middle-school and high-school students from across Illinois turned the Northern Illinois University Convocation Center recently into a high-energy hub of robotics, teamwork and problem-solving during the FIRST Tech Challenge State Championship.

This month’s Friends of the Hennepin Canal hike will be held on Sunday, March 15, and will travel from Lock 3 to Lock 1 on the Illinois River. This hike is approximately 3.8 miles and is called “Walk on the Wild Side.” Meet at 1:30 p.m. at Lock 3, where the hike will begin.

A growing trend on social media promotes the idea that going barefoot is more “natural” and beneficial for foot health. But according to Dr. Brandon Gumbiner, a podiatric surgeon with OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center, the risks often outweigh the perceived benefits.

Mitchell White was a part of the team that finished third at the 2026 Safety Olympics hosted by Southeastern Oklahoma State University on Feb. 26-27.

A case of measles has been confirmed in DeKalb County, and health officials tracked probable recent exposure to Walmart and the post office in DeKalb, the health department reported Thursday. Here's what to know

Dailey Damhoff from Morrison, who is studying Legal Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, is a dancer in “DanceScapes ’26”.

The Sycamore Public Library will host a Family History Drop-in for community members to do ancestry research in honor of National Genealogy Day.

Five Illinois producers, including one from Dixon, were honored Thursday as 2026 Master Farmers at Prairie Farmer magazine’s annual event in Bloomington.

Column: Today, March 12, is the final day to request a mail-in ballot for the primary election on Tuesday, March 17. That and other tips you should know before you head to the polls, writes Christi Slavenas of the League of Women Voters of DeKalb County.

Fatty's Pub & Grille will host the St. Patrick's Day 0.1K Fun Run at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 14.

State Rep. Jeff Keicher, R-Sycamore, has proposed a state law that would mandate funding a study of Illinois universities to develop a 10-year plan focused on school accountability, sustainability and affordability.

Wild Rose Casino & Hotel in Clinton, Iowa, will present Fool House – The Ultimate 90’s Party: The Millennium Tour on Friday, March 20, in the Oakwood Grand Ballroom.

Column: Primrose Farm offers unique experiences with a wide range of classes and programs, including upcoming classes featuring cooking, baking and soap-making specially geared to adults 50 and older, writes Patricia MacMillan for the St. Charles Park District.

The Campton Hills Joint Review Board this week backed a proposed $90 million TIF for 583 acres of the LaFox of Campton Hills project which includes 900 homes. A final vote is still needed. The Geneva Park District and Library board representatives opposed it.

Community members can explore literature during the DeKalb Public Library’s World of Reading event.

U.S. Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, stood before some 530 Kane County Democrats at their annual Truman Dinner and urged courage, unity and vision.

Adults and teenagers are invited to learn about the world of origami and kirigami during a program the DeKalb Public Library.

The Next Picture Show will host the second annual Chapter and Verse Open Mic Night for area authors from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 10.

The Lombard Historical Society will present “The Irish in Illinois” with Professor Sean Farrell at 7p.m. March 22 at the Carriage House, 23 W. Maple St.

The DeKalb Public Library will host a DeKalb County Health Department booth for community member to learn about health services available in the area.

The Shining Stars Motown Revue will take the stage at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 28, and 2 p.m. Sunday, March 29, in the J. Mark Beaty Performance Center at Woodlawn Arts Academy in Sterling.

The Children’s Community Theatre will hold a performance for residents to see a preview of its upcoming production of “High School Musical” at the DeKalb Public Library.

The DeKalb Public Library will host a bingo game for teenagers in sixth through 12th grades.

Lemont High School senior Luke Rupert recently was selected to play in the All-State Jazz Band at the 2026 Illinois Music Education Conference

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church will hold its 87th annual corned beef and cabbage dinner for residents to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.

Northern Illinois University has received $1.5 million to expand its humanities majors and support student internships through at least 2030.

More than 800 students from over 70 Illinois middle schools took part in the annual state chess finals organized by the Illinois Elementary School Association.

The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at The River’s Edge Experience — a riverfront wedding and event venue nestled along the Rock River in downtown Oregon.

To be honored, the undergraduate must have earned a minimum 3.50 grade-point average and be enrolled as a full-time student.

Niche Restaurant, at 14 S. Third St., Geneva, is marking 20 years in business this year.

Groups of local activists will take to the streets this month in a display of solidarity to mark the latest “No Kings” protest in DeKalb, featuring music, food, a march, and more, according to a news release.

Through BEST, Inc.'s Work Experience initiative, employers can host motivated job-seekers for short-term, hands-on training while BEST, Inc. covers the cost.

Column: At the Geneva Chamber, we are thinking about all the fun festivities and all the heartfelt memories that will be made as it continues to warm up in this City that we are fortunate to call home, writes Elisa Reamer of the Geneva Chamber of Commerce.

Geneva is tracking public interest in its $59.4 million referendum for a new police facility on the March 17 ballot.

Check out some of the best pictures captured by Daily Chronicle photographers for Shaw Local News Network this week, March 2-8, 2026.

Update on Saturday's house fire in Somonauk: One woman injured in the fire has died, authorities said Monday. More details have emerged about the fire, including about a bystander who helped.

DeCarbon DeKalb will partner with Northern Illinois University Sustainability to host its third annual DeKalb County Earth Fest in April for community members to explore DeKalb County climate adaptation pathways.

A new scholarship fund has been set up to honor the memory of Sycamore resident Ryan Charles “Vern” Hill.

The DeKalb Public Library will host a program for adults to learn about the current state of DeKalb County’s water and how local water issues connect to the climate conversation as part of its DeCarbon Dialogue series.

A DeKalb record store, now closed for renovations, will reopen later this month just in time for Record Store Day.

Kirkwood Community College has released its dean’s list for the fall 2025 semester.

Fulton City Lodge No. 189 will hold a soup-and-sandwich supper from 4:30 to 7 p.m. March 19 at the Brunch House Restaurant.

Anthony Jones is DeKalb School District 428’s pick for its next teaching and learning director for elementary, the district announced this week.

The University of Illinois Extension invites local youths to participate in the 2026 Pawsitive Leaders 4-H SPIN Club, a hands-on dog training program. Sessions will be held at the Lee County Fairgrounds on March 21, April 4 and 18, May 16 and 23 and June 6.

For the fourth hearing in a row, a Sycamore man accused of beating his parents to death in September refused to appear this week before a DeKalb County Circuit Court judge.

The Rising Lights Project, a nonprofit in St. Charles that serves adults with disabilities, is marking its fifth year with a fundraising gala May 9 at the Q Center.

Local youths interested in rabbits and small animal care are invited to participate in an upcoming 4-H rabbit workshop. The workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to noon April 18 in the Rabbit Barn at the Lee County Fairgrounds.

Adults and teens can attend a beginner workshop at the DeKalb Public Library to learn how to repair personal books.