Across Illinois, IL|News|
This IL State Park Is Among Most Popular In The Country This Year
A travel magazine used Google Maps data to find out which state parks across the country are the most popular this year.
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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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Oswego, IL|News|
Family Of Toddler Killed In Oswego Portillo's Crash Sues Restaurant Chain
The suit accuses Portillo's of "gross negligence" by allowing cars to park in front of the entrance without installing safety barriers.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Boulder Hill Student Selected For National Math Acceleration Program
The third grader was selected based on academic excellence, passion for mathematics and school leader recommendations.
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Batavia, IL|News|
Batavia Couple To Be Recognized For Contribution To Library, People With Disabilities
The Batavia residents are the 10th recipients of the Batavia Public Library's Library Leader award.
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Oswego, IL|News|
ADA Improvements Planned In Downtown Oswego
Construction is beginning soon on Main Street and Harrison Street in downtown Oswego.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Auditions Open For Playhouse 38 Fall Comedy Production
The Geneva Park District's community theater is preparing to stage a production of the comedy "The One Act Play That Goes Wrong."
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Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora University Alumna Publishes Book Preserving Puerto Rican History In Aurora
When Taina Torres, of the Class of 2023, was crowned Miss Puerto Rico of Aurora, she saw it not just as a title, but as a platform.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Business Cited For Selling Alcohol To Minor: Aurora PD
Eight other businesses were in compliance, the Aurora Police Department found.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Alley Art Festival Returns Labor Day Weekend
The event marks Alley Art Festival's 15th anniversary of filling downtown Aurora with local artists and artisans.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
New 'Click It Or Ticket' Campaign Underway Ahead Of Labor Day: Kane County Sheriff
The Kane County Sheriff's Office is joining more than 200 other law enforcement agencies for the Labor Day campaign.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Students At 23 Plainfield Schools Will Get Free Meals For 2025-26 School Year
Every student at these schools is eligible for free breakfast and lunch this school year. No fees or applications are required.
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Batavia, IL|News|
Car Stolen, Others Burglarized In Tanglewood Subdivision Are 'Likely Connected': Batavia Police
The burglaries occurred early Thursday morning, Batavia police said.
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Aurora, IL|News|
All East Aurora D131 Students Will Receive Free Meals This School Year
Every student is eligible for free breakfast and lunch this school year. No fees or applications are required.
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Plainfield|News|
Plainfield Man Detained On Domestic Battery, Strangulation Charges: Will County Court
The 34-year-old man "used his hand to obstruct [a family member's] ability to breathe" during an argument, Plainfield police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Lane Closures Coming Up For State Street Water Service Project
Crews plan to start construction after students have arrived at class for their first day of school.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Administrative Assistant Named Employee Of The 2nd Quarter At Kendall County Sheriff's Office
Michelle Braasch "has provided outstanding service to both the office and the citizens of Kendall County," the sheriff's office said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
Co-Conspirator In Yorkville Murder-For-Hire Plot Pleads Guilty: Police
An Oswego woman had a relationship with the victim's ex-husband and "chose to take an active role in the plot," Yorkville police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Ice Cream Parlor Plans Giveaway For National Banana Split Day
National Banana Split Day falls on Monday, Aug. 25, but the business is celebrating one day early.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Portillo's Reopens Dining Room After Fatal Crash, Law Firm Calls For Safety Measures
Portillo's in Oswego reopened its dining room Monday, about three weeks after the crash that killed a toddler and injured 12 others.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Oswego Home Destroyed After Fire Breaks Out In Attic: Report
Oswego firefighters arrived to find the fire had begun to spread to two neighboring houses, according to a report.
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