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Kane County local news, information and more from the Kane County Chronicle, part of the Shaw Local News Network. Visit us at: https://www.shawlocal.com/kane-county-chronicle/

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Episodes

  1. Lauzen tax bill insert prompts 4 Kane Dems to seek outside law firm

    Four Kane County Democrats, acting as individual citizens, announced they hired a law firm to help them consider filing formal complaints against Kane County Treasurer Chris Lauzen regarding potential misconduct in connection with the tax bill insert. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  2. Burlington Central boys golf reflects on ‘special season’

    The Burlington Central boys golf team fell short of making the cut at state, but the Rockets' fifth-ever state squad didn't forget their success throughout the season, their second in Class 3A. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  3. Main Street to close during St. Charles East homecoming parade; detour posted

    After one high school’s downtown homecoming parade, it’s time for the Saints to come marching in. Main Street is closing down again, this time for the St. Charles East homecoming parade. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  4. Breaking: No injuries after large branch falls on 5 cars in Geneva

    A large tree branch fell on top of four to five cars this afternoon on Second Street near Egg Harbor Cafe, 477 S. Third St., Geneva, officials said. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  5. Geneva to consider proposal for 6 brownstones on Fifth St.

    A new petition to build six three story brownstones at 11 N. Fifth St., Geneva, seeks to clarify zoning and waive a first-floor commercial requirement, records show. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  6. Woman found dead after house fire Saturday in Lily Lake area of Kane County

    A woman has been confirmed dead following a house fire in the Lily Lake area of Kane County on Oct. 10. The Kane County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating the incident. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  7. Batavia approves changes to video gambling regulations

    The votes alter the city’s zoning code so that changes to the number and location of video gambling licenses are a City Council decision rather than a zoning matter, city documents show. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  8. Elburn village officials to consider allowing cannabis growers in town

    Elburn's Planning and Zoning Commission meets Tuesday to recommend a proposal to allow a cannabis grower to operate in town, according to village documents This episode includes AI-generated content.

  9. Minnesota man charged with 10 counts of illegal drug possession

    A Minnesota man was charged with eight counts of unlawful possession of controlled substances, including five counts of intent to deliver, by the Kane County State’s Attorney, according to a press release from the state’s attorney’s office. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  10. Jonak, Cook share different views for future of Kane ROE

    The two candidates for the Kane County Regional Office of Education in the Nov. 3 general election are both teachers. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  11. Similiarities reported on official Kane Treasurer website, Lauzen’s campaign site

    Kane County Treasurer Chris Lauzen's official office website uses nearly the same words to describe himself and asks for support as it does on his campaign website for a second term in the Nov. 3 general election. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  12. St. Charles North, on last-minute TD pass, rallies past Glenbard North: Kane County Chronicle football roundup

    St. Charles North won a thriller over Glenbard North on a last-minute touchdown pass and Aurora Christian, St. Francis, West Aurora and Aurora Central Catholic were also winners Friday. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  13. 26-year-old South Elgin man killed in motorcycle crash in South Elgin; driver of Mercedes sedan cited

    Authorities have identified a 26-year-old South Elgin man as the person killed in the fatal crash between a motorcycle and a Mercedes sedan in South Elgin on the evening of Oct. 7. The driver of the Mercedes was issued a citation by police. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  14. Union Pacific continues lead cleanup from bridge near Fox River in St. Charles

    The cleanup effort began after a resident’s complaints of paint peeling from the bridge led to Union Pacific receiving a violation from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  15. Aurora police arrest 2 gang members arrested in separate cases involving guns

    Aurora Police arrested two confirmed gang members Wednesday in separate investigations involving guns, according to the Aurora Police Department in a news release Thursday. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  16. St. Charles aims to reduce flooding risk along Seventh Avenue Creek

    Whenever heavy rainfall occurs, the stormwaters rush along Seventh Avenue Creek in St. Charles, often flooding adjacent businesses and homes. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  17. Rosati’s Pizza relocates HQ to Geneva

    Rosati's Pizza Enterprises will celebrate its headquarters relocation to 524 W. State St., Suite A, Geneva with a ribbon cutting at noon Friday, Sept. 9. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  18. Kane County Chronicle Athlete of the Week: Ainsley Wilson

    Burlington Central girls volleyball's Ainsley Wilson is the Kane County Chronicle's Athlete of the Week. The senior middle hitter leads the Rockets in blocks this season and is committed to Dayton. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  19. All fore it: Indoor golf simulator lounge on East Main Street supported by St. Charles officials

    A new business in St. Charles is looking to bring a love of the links with indoor golf simulators, featuring an entertainment lounge designed to be a little more than par for the course. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  20. More than 47k ballots requested in Kane early, vote-by-mail

    The Kane County Clerk's Office is reporting high voter interest in the Nov. 3 election with 47,156 ballots issued and 9,265 returned, records show. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  21. What’s Happening in Batavia: Brush collection, wastewater information, texting doctors

    Batavia’s curbside leaf collection program begins in October, with three scheduled pickups for each side of the city. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  22. Texas Roadhouse gets tax assist to open in Batavia

    Texas Roadhouse could be adding a location in Batavia, after recent action taken by the Batavia City Council. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  23. Kane Treasurer incumbent Lauzen, challenger Wegman offer differing views for the office

    Kane County incumbent Treasurer Chris Lauzen and his Democratic challenger, Auditor Penny Wegman, went toe-to-toe at a recent candidates night, at times openly criticizing each other. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  24. Former Kane Board member Davoust charged, then uncharged in retail theft

    Mosser said she dismissed the charge because she didn’t think she could prove that he knowingly committed retail theft with the intention of depriving Meijer of its merchandise. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  25. St. Charles mayor praises first responders for life-saving actions outside St. Charles East football game

    Following quick intervention that “saved a life,” St. Charles Mayor Clint Hull praised the fire and police first responders that rushed into action during a scary situation on Kirk Road during the St. Charles East High School Friday night football game. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  26. Burlington Central girls volleyball rallies to defeat Prairie Ridge in three sets

    Burlington Central girls volleyball started slow against Prairie Ridge, but with freshman Lani Akenten and senior Ainsley Wilson leading the way, commanded the next two sets for their 25th win of the season. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  27. Aurora man sentenced 33 years for 2023 murder

    A 19-year-old person from Aurora has been sentenced to 33 years in prison for the 2023 shooting death of a 19-year-old during what authorities said was a drug deal gone wrong. The man was only 16-years-old at the time of the shooting in Aurora. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  28. Your guide to the November 2026 election in Kane County

    This November 2026, Kane County voters will pick a new U.S. senator to represent Illinois, decide whether to give Gov. JB Pritzker a third term and cast their vote in many other races. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  29. Following residents’ vote, Kane County Sheriffs taking down Flock cameras in Mill Creek neighborhood

    Following a vote by an unincorporated subdivision, the Kane County Sheriff's Office is removing Flock cameras in the area. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  30. Residents voice concerns with Seventh Street Commons proposed density

    The site plan features 3.85 dwellings per acre, a higher density than previous housing proposals on the same site, according to city documents. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  31. Oswego man charged with unprovoked public instance of aggravated battery

    Aurora Police arrested an 18-year-old confirmed gang member Saturday following an unprovoked public confrontation including aggravated battery on South River Street in Aurora, according to an Aurora Police news release. The is in custody while awaiting his Oct. 14 court hearing. This episode...

  32. Burlington Central boys golf showcases depth with 3A sectional title

    After graduating one of its best golfers, Burlington Central boys golf might be even better in the aggregate. Senior Matt Zierk shot a 68 to lead the Rockets to the Class 3A Burlington Sectional title Monday afternoon. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  33. Witches Night Out to return Oct. 17 to downtown Batavia

    Tarot, oracle, charm casting, runes and animal communication readings will be offered. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  34. 4-story apartment development planned for First Street in St. Charles

    Supporters praised the project, as the city has sought to develop the location for several years. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  35. Geneva Park District to hold gymnastics open house Oct. 6

    The Geneva Park District will host an open house on Tuesday, Oct. 6, for Level 1, 2 or 3 gymnasts ages six to 13 and their families to learn about the Geneva Gymnastics Team. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  36. Geneva to consider 6-acre annexation for 21 homes

    A land planner has filed petition to annex 6 acres at 37W500 Keslinger Road to Geneva and rezone it to allow 21 houses, in the last acres of what became Fisher Farms, records show. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  37. Aurora police-involved fatal shooting deemed justified: State’s Attorney

    The actions of police officers involved in the January 21, 2026, fatal shooting in Aurora were determined to be acts of self-defense, the State’s Attorney announced in a news release Friday. The investigation was conducted by the Fox Valley Major Crimes Task Force. This episode includes...

  38. Elgin man sentenced to 15 years in prison for kidnapping, attacking woman

    An Elgin man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison nearly a year after he was convicted in the 2023 violent attack, kidnapping, and assault of a woman he knew, Kane County authorities said. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  39. Candidate Brenda Rodgers outlines her plan for Kane County Clerk’s Office

    Democrat Brenda Rodgers of Elgin outlined her plans to serve as Kane County Clerk if she wins the seat in the Nov. 3 general election. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  40. Elburn open renovated police department, Village Hall

    The village of Elburn hosted a ribbon-cutting to open it's renovated Village Hall on Sept. 26. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  41. Kane County Audubon Society events set for October

    Kane County Audubon is the local chapter of the Illinois Audubon Society and meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month, September through May. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  42. Letter: Allowing recall elections will help keep elected officials accountable

    Recent scandals have been at both the state and local levels, and they should have been all that was needed for comprehensive reforms, making it clear that corrupt behavior will not be tolerated. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  43. Kane Sheriff Ron Hain to retire Nov. 1

    Kane County Sheriff Ron Hain today announced his retirement, effective Nov. 1, bringing an end to his 30-year career in law enforcement, officials announced in a news release. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  44. Village of Montgomery bulk brush collection begins Oct. 5

    Residents are advised to neatly stack brush in the parkway by Oct. 4. The village also encourages community members to review the bulk brush pickup guidelines. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  45. Large footprint of Seventh Street Commons housing project in St. Charles forces new stormwater plans

    Under the agreement, the city covers the costs of the redesign, and the developer covers the construction costs. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  46. Undersheriff Johnson, ex-coroner Russell seek to be Kane’s next sheriff

    Opponents in the race for Kane County Sheriff Amy Johnson and Rob Russell offered their platforms recently at a candidate forum hosted by the League of Women voters of Central Kane County. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  47. Marmion boys soccer fails to score in second half, falls to Niles Notre Dame 3-2

    Marmion boys soccer started hot offensively but couldn't find the net in the clutch, conceding a halftime lead and falling 3-2 to Niles Notre Dame at home Thursday night. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  48. Detour posted for Main Street closure during St. Charles North High School Homecoming Parade

    Main Street in downtown St. Charles will be closed during the St. Charles North High School Homecoming Parade. The St. Charles Police Department posted a detour and urged drivers to pass through the area with extra caution for pedestrian safety. This episode includes AI-generated content.

  49. Could the Red Gate Road pedestrian bridge and boardwalk in St. Charles close until repairs are made?

    The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is conducting a survey on the impact of the Red Gate Road pedestrian bridge and boardwalk across the Fox River in St. Charles. One question asks how closing the path for an extended period would impact the community. This episode includes AI-generated...

  50. Randall Road intersections in Batavia to be updated as early as next week

    The Kane County Division of Transportation is updating the left-turn lane markings on Randall Road at Mill Street and McKee Street to improve visibility for drivers turning left, according to a social media post from the city of Batavia. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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