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109-Year Prison Term For Sex Abuse | Rally Planned | Scavenger Hunt

Here is a roundup of top stories from the past week in Kane County.

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As the weekend nears, here is a look at the stories making headlines in Kane County Patch.com towns this past week.
As the weekend nears, here is a look at the stories making headlines in Kane County Patch.com towns this past week. (Kristin Borden/Patch)

KANE COUNTY, IL — The weekend is almost here! And as we all take a break from the day-to-day grind, it is a good time to get caught up on the top news stories from recent days in Kane County.

Here is a look at articles that have been getting attention from Patch.com readers:

Financial Adviser Used Clients' Money For Travel, Jewelry: Feds

The Batavia man, 62, was indicted on six federal charges of wire fraud in connection to a scheme that lasted from 2021 to 2023.

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Rally To Protest 'Fascist Takeover' Planned On Geneva Bridge

The "Unite & Resist" rally in Geneva falls on International Women's Day.

109-Year Prison Term For Aurora Man Guilty Of Child Sex Abuse, Porn

The 54-year-old is required to serve at least 50 percent of his sentence and is eligible for day-for-day sentencing, officials said.

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Geneva Man Arrested, Charged In Human Trafficking Operation: ISP

The 38-year-old was one of four people taken into custody by Illinois State Police during a human trafficking suppression operation.

Person Shot Inside Aurora Residence In 'Domestic-Related Incident': PD

Aurora police said the shooting poses no ongoing threat to the public.

Scavenger Hunt Planned To Promote Exploration In Downtown Batavia

More than 75 foam fingers will be hidden at downtown businesses. Find some and you could win money to spend at shops and restaurants.

Water Main Break At Fulton, Sixth Streets: Lanes Closed

Traffic near Fulton and Sixth streets in Geneva is impacted Friday afternoon due to street closures as a result of a water main break.

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