Aurora, IL|News|
Ex-Federal Employee Sentenced For 'Enticing' Multiple Kids To Produce Porn: Feds
The Aurora man has been in custody since 2017 and pleaded guilty earlier this year to federal child pornography charges.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Aurora, IL|News|
Driver Who Witnessed Serious Crash Being Sought: Aurora Police
A 22-year-old motorcyclist remains in critical condition after he crashed into an SUV Tuesday morning, Aurora police said.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
$1M Powerball Ticket Sold In IL As Jackpot Climbs To $1.7B
Nine tickets purchased in Illinois won between $50,000 and $1 million in Wednesday night's Powerball drawing.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Suspect, 17, Assaulted Elderly Man In Attempted Robbery: Aurora Police
The teen approached the 70-year-old man, demanded money, then knocked him to the ground, breaking an orbital bone, Aurora police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
Plano Man Who Sexually Assaulted Children Learns Prison Sentence: Weis
The 54-year-old man was convicted earlier this summer of seven counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
More Utility Work Starts On Route 38 In Geneva
Several utility companies have started, or will soon start, relocating utilities before the reconstruction of East State Street can begin.
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Plainfield|News|
Plainfield Hosts Community Food Drive For National Hunger Action Month
Three nonprofits will benefit from Plainfield’s month-long food drive.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Repeat DUI Driver Charged Again: Oswego Police
The man, driving with a dog in tow, was pulled over and taken into custody on an aggravated driving under the influence charge, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
‘Criminal Incident’ In Aurora Poses No Threat: APD
Aurora police were investigating a “criminal incident” Wednesday morning.
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Aurora, IL|News|
9 Businesses Carded Underage Cadets In Undercover Sting: Aurora Police
All nine businesses passed Aurora police's compliance check heading into Labor Day weekend, officials said.
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Plainfield|News|
Storm Damage Assessment Teams To Visit Plainfield Residents This Week
Teams will go door-to-door to determine what kinds of assistance Plainfield residents need after several mid-August storms.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Trustees To Debate Extending Oswego Grocery Tax
Trustees will decide Tuesday night whether or not to extend a 1 percent grocery tax as Illinois's expires.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Plainfield Boater's Death Being Investigated As Homicide: Reports
The body of the Plainfield man known as "Captain Bill" was pulled from the DuSable Harbor early Saturday morning, according to reports.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Vehicle Crash On 75th Street Prompts Road Closure: Aurora Police
Officers are asking passersby to avoid the area around the crash Tuesday due to lane closures as a result of the crash.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
An IL Player Could Get Lucky With $1.3B Powerball Jackpot
A ticket sold in Illinois won $1 million this weekend, narrowly missing the jackpot by matching five winning numbers but not the Powerball.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Spirit Halloween Opens In Batavia
Spirit Halloween's pop-up signals spooky season is creeping up.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Fiestas Patrias Parade Returns, East Aurora Board Member Tapped As Parade Grand Marshal
Fiestas Patrias will feature live performances, food vendors and a parade in downtown Aurora.
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Plainfield|News|
Elementary School Reading Specialist Named 2025 Niehus Award Recipient
The winner was nominated for her unwavering commitment to students, colleagues and the broader school community, the district said.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Return Of Fox Valley Folk Festival Marks Labor Day Weekend In Geneva
The folk festival will feature more than 20 award-winning performers, local artists and folk organizations, and a community barn dance.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Four New Patrol Deputies Sworn In At Kendall County Sheriff's Office
The new deputies filled in vacancies in the sheriff's office's patrol division.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
