A man who was killed during a farming accident Monday near Marengo has been identified by the McHenry County Coroner's Office.

Ed Perry of Montgomery said he and his neighbors had no idea the Halloween haunted house experience they started six years ago would become an annual tradition.

DeKalb Corn Fest proceeds raised more than $2,000 this year for a local organization that provides services to people with disabilities.

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

Joliet city attorney says lease negotiations with the state should wrap up "in the near future," while pending state legislation would give 149 acres to the forest preserve district.

The Bradley Village Board moved forward on its planned $51-million bond sale for construction of the planned indoor water park.

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

A Glendale Heights man who worked as a chef is facing a charge of the 2023 attempted murder and aggravated battery of a Joliet police officer who responded to his 911 call.

Ottawa Township High School senior Mary Stisser has been selected as the school’s 2025-26 Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizenship Award recipient.

In an effort to gain a handle on homelessness, a group of business and community leaders is working on ways to deal with the growing situation.

Larry B. Miller, a retired pharmacist, was inducted posthumously into the Illinois Aviation Hall of Fame on Oct. 16, 2025.

The Leaf River Soaring Eagles 4-H Club had its monthly meeting on Oct. 13, 2025.

Joliet Fire Department crews had to use the Jaws of Life to free the man from the vehicle that crashed in downtown Joliet.

A 38-year-old Woodstock man has died in a farming accident near Marengo Monday evening.

A man accused of threatening to kill Barrington Hills police officers in a video he posted on YouTube has been found unfit to stand trial.

Long Beach Elementary School, Oswego High School and Oswego East High School all saw extensive damage during the storms, including flooding.

Work on Bourbonnais Township Park District’s future master plan was discussed during Monday’s committee of the whole meeting.

A semitrailer driver has been charged in Will County with threatening another semitrailer driver with a handgun following a road rage incident in Elwood, court records show.

UCB Fellowship of the United Church of Byron is having its annual Harvest Feast Turkey Dinner on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025.

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.

Kankakee School District 111 is set to begin developing a five-year strategic plan for the years 2026 through 2031.

Shoppers are expected to line-up for the grand opening beginning at 8 a.m. on Nov. 12. The new location is at at 825 E. Veterans Parkway, Yorkville.

The city of Rochelle recently announced the appointment of Matt Hoffman as its new finance director.

The programs honored included a major restoration project at Lockport Prairie Nature Preserve and the Be A Trailblazer campaign, according to the forest preserve district.

Kish Short-Term programs provide students with the expertise needed to meet local workforce demands. The programs range from 11-15 weeks, allowing students to start a career immediately or build on skills with additional training.

The annual Veterans Day Run to Manteno’s three schools and downtown Manteno is set for 8 a.m. on Nov. 11 with a ceremony set to follow at Legion Park.

A Lake Zurich cop was seriously injured in a crash last year. He and his family recently thanked firefighters from Nunda and McHenry townships who rescued him. No longer able to work as an officer, he now plans to enter the ministry.

The Streator Public Library is hosting a variety of events from Nov. 10 to Nov. 15 for all ages, featuring activities ranging from scavenger hunts to art and gaming.

The St. Matthews Saintly Spaghetti Supper Committee presented a $2,017.62 check to Royal Family Kids Camp.

Careers in carpentry and plumbing and heating, to food product manufacturing and appliance repair, were among those featured at the inaugural Trades Exploration Day at DeKalb High School.

Polo Historical Society Board Member and Military Liaison Kevin Smoot will host the program “Polo’s Veterans” Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, at the Polo Senior Center, 101 E. Mason St.

Firefighters from 11 departments battled a corn field fire Friday afternoon at 9000 North Road and 45000 West Road in Rockville Township, approximately six miles west of Manteno.

Less than a year after Joe Cicero's departure from Crystal Lake's Star 105.5 morning show, he and co-host Tina Bree are getting back together

First Fridays Open Mic presents its monthly show at the Oregon VFW on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025.

Streator Ace Hardware marked a new chapter Monday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Streator Chamber of Commerce.

One of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America is expected to burn excess gas in Sycamore this week, the sheriff's office announced.

Another superintendent search community listening session is on Nov. 8, this time at Mitchell Elementary School in DeKalb.

The store will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. that day. Free T-shirts and stickers will be given to the first 100 customers starting at 2 p.m.

Clifton Central High School’s Theatre Department will present three performances of the Tony nominated Broadway musical “Newsies” Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 25 and 26.

The long-running process to get the former Jaffe Drugs property onto the real estate market is nearing completion.

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

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

Community fixture Dennis Baron may have recently retired, but he shows no sign of slowing down on his goal to strengthen the community.

Concerns have been raised regarding the timeliness of the completion of a forensic audit set to look into Kankakee School District 111's spending on its former Youth Empowerment Program. Former superintendent Genevra Walters is among those seeking answers.

The Village of Progress held its annual banquet Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, at St. Mary’s Parish Center in Oregon. Eight VOP consumers and volunteers were presented with awards during the festivities.

Rock Falls VFW Post 5418 – Jerry Celletti, also known as The Bunker, has been awarded $957 through the Rock Falls 2025–2026 Façade Improvement Program, provided by Rock Falls Tourism.

Here's a list of events happening at the Mt. Morris Senior & Community Center.

Less than a year after purchasing the Flight 102 Wine Bar in Bourbonnais, Ryan and Abby Magruder are at it again with the purchase of another well known business.

“Taste of Norway HostFest” is being held from noon to 3 p.m. on Nov. 2 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, 1233 Douglas Avenue, Montgomery. The event features speciality foods and desserts, and traditional music and arts.