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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.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Westbound State Street Reopens After Verizon Nearly Completes Utility Work
Other utility companies at conducting more extensive work on State Street, pushing construction into 2026, officials said in an update.
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Plainfield|News|
Plainfield 3rd Grader 1 Of 100 Named National Math Star
Out of 6,000 applicants, a mere 100 students nationwide were chosen for the distinction. A Plainfield third grader is among them.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Lane Closures Likely Needed To Accommodate Division Street Water Main Replacement
The city finished a water main crossing in the area in 2023 in preparation for the full replacement project that started in September.
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Plainfield|News|
New Ordinance Allows E-Bikes, E-Scooters In Plainfield
The new ordinance implements age restrictions on e-scooters and e-bikes and designates where it is lawful to ride them.
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Plainfield|News|
Romeoville Man Charged In Connection With Settlers' Park Shooting
Plainfield police said the 18-year-old is responsible for shoting a person in July at Settlers' Park.
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Oswego, IL|News|
4 Oswego D308 Students Named To Board Of Education
Two students from each high school were appointed to the Board of Education, and two were tapped as alternates for the 2025-26 school year.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Teacher Named Chicago Bears Classroom Legend
A teacher at Rollins Elementary School was recognized for going above and beyond for her students.
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Plainfield|News|
Plainfield Woodman's Will Be Bigger Than Costco, Cheaper Than Most Grocery Stores: Report
The new store will be part retail and part warehouse, significantly surpassing Costco in size, according to a report.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Applications Open Soon For 2026 Batavia Boardwalk Shops
The small business incubator program in downtown Batavia is entering its seventh season.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Search Warrant Uncovers Cocaine, Cash And Stolen Guns: Aurora PD
Two men, one a documented gang member, were charged after police found cocaine, cash and guns in their residences, officials said.
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Plainfield|News|
Plainfield 7th Grader Heads To National Civics Bee
She won the local civics bee in May, then the state competition in July. Next, she's heading to Washington, D.C. in November.
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Aurora, IL|News|
City Council Looks To Implement Moratorium On Data Center Facilities, Warehouses In Aurora
Residents have complained about emissions, noise and vibration from data center facilities and warehouses, city officials said.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Drivers Should Use Zipper Merge During Route 38 Construction
Three utility companies are simultaneously relocating underground utilities to prepare for the East State Street reconstruction project.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Fall Food Truck Festival Planned In Aurora After Success Of Summer Event
More than 30 food trucks, serving up everything from barbecue and lobsters to noodles and donuts, will take part in the festival.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Oswego Cemetery Walk Now Taking Reservations
The walk will feature the ghosts of several Oswego historical figures, including Civil War-era residents.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Chief Human Resources Officer Role Shifts
A newly appointed interim chief human resources officer will take over the role following Alisia Lewis's retirement, officials said.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Lumenaura To Transform Downtown Aurora Into 'Glowing Playground' For 2nd Year
The interactive art exhibit will feature installations by artists from the United States, Germany, Hungary, Canada and the United Kingdom.
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Plainfield|News|
Lockdown At Heritage Grove Middle School Was ‘Accidental Activation’
Plainfield police responded midday to the middle school for an activated lockdown alarm.
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Aurora, IL|News|
2 New Positions Added To City Of Aurora Staff
The city added a director of fiscal integrity and government operations and an assistant corporation counsel.
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