As a field editor, I'll be covering some of Chicago's southwest suburbs, including Plainfield, Oswego, Aurora, Geneva and Batavia. A lifelong Chicago dweller, I'm excited to bring you all the news and happenings in an area I've come to love dearly. Have a question, comment or tip? Feel free to reach me at emily.rosca@patch.com.
It's the first time Jamie Vargo, the owner of Vargo's Dance and host of the event, is working with a Destination Geneva grant from the city.
The 21-year-old was riding a motorcycle on I-80 when he reportedly lost control, crashed and was ejected from the vehicle, police said.
The 23-year-old was receiving care at a behavioral health facility when he left on his own, Aurora police said.
Illinois' advice differs from the current CDC and federal vaccine panel recommendations, not just for COVID shots but for all vaccines.
Oswego police said the student was "disruptive and non-compliant" during an investigation at the high school.
The District 202 students are recognized among 34,000 others nationwide for their "exceptional academic promise," officials said.
"Any threat involving a school — whether intended as a hoax or not — is treated with the utmost seriousness," Aurora police said.
Some small airports in Illinois are also on the brink of losing some subsidiary funding, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
Several utility companies are relocating their underground infrastructure ahead of an IDOT-helmed project to rebuild East State Street.
The goal of the year-long Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program was to reduce crashes and save lives, the sheriff's office said.
The initial 911 call reported a front porch fully engulfed in flames, with more heavy smoke and fire coming from the house, officials said.
Aurora police conducted an undercover detail in downtown Aurora after receiving complaints of prostitution activity, officials said.
It's the second fatal crash in four days in Plainfield.
October is National Principals Month, and D131 is proud to honor the 21 principals who serve our schools with leadership and dedication.
Many pumpkin patches and fields offer complementary activities like hay rides, corn mazes and games for the kids.
Many pumpkin patches and fields offer complementary activities like hay rides, corn mazes and games for the kids.
Many pumpkin patches and fields offer complementary activities like hay rides, corn mazes and games for the kids.
Many pumpkin patches and fields offer complementary activities like hay rides, corn mazes and games for the kids.
Many pumpkin patches and fields offer complementary activities like hay rides, corn mazes and games for the kids.
A fall celebration, featuring a costume contest, pumpkin giveaway and trick-or-treating, is planned on the final day.
