Plainfield|News|
Plainfield Citizen's Police, Fire Academy Returns In April
Police Chief Robert Miller and Fire Chief Vito Bonomo lead the program, giving locals insights into emergency response and enforcement.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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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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Aurora, IL|News|
Edged Data Center On Aurora's East Side 'Marks Significant Milestone'
The new Edged data center is the first of several buildings to be constructed on the 65-acre campus on Aurora’s east side.
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Plainfield|News|
D202 Middle School Special Olympics Teams To Compete At State Level
The Red Cheetahs and the Blue Cheetahs basketball teams won silver and gold medals, respectively, regionally to advance to the state level.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Shooting In Boulder Hill: House Stuck By Gunfire, Kendall Sheriff Said
The Kendall County Sheriff's Office believes the Saturday night shooting in the Boulder Hill neighborhood was an isolated incident.
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Aurora, IL|News|
APD Launches St. Patrick's Day Enforcement Campaign
Aurora police will participate in a statewide effort to "keep roads safe during one of the most celebrated drinking holidays of the year."
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Geneva, IL|News|
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.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
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.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora University Students Among 1st To See Nation's Largest Auto Show
Throughout the day, students attended press conferences, a Subaru new product reveal, and Toyota and Rivian walkarounds.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Plainfield High Schools To Add 8th Period In 2025-26 School Year
The move prioritizes academic achievement and students' well-being and increases student opportunities, officials said.
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Montgomery, IL|News|
Ex-Boy Scout Leader Sexually Abused Minors, Faces 90 Charges: Police
The 84-year-old man accused of having sexual contact with at least 10 minors was a Boy Scouts leader and a train club member.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Richard Irvin, John Laesch Lead Aurora Primary Election For Mayor
The incumbent mayor of Aurora and current alderman-at-large will go toe-to-toe in April's consolidated election.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
See Who Leads Republican Primary For Oswego Trustee
The primary election narrowed down the pool of Republican trustee candidates from four to three.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Parade Of Planets On Feb. 28: How To See All 7 Planets Align In IL
During the "planetary hangouts," the planets won't be in a straight line but are close together on one side of the sun.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Latin Grammy Winner Opens Mexican Restaurant In Aurora
The restaurant on Aurora's east side specializes in Mexican soups, including menudo and posole.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Alley Art Festival Celebrates 15 Years This Summer
Applications are on the cusp of opening for the annual festival that highlights locally made art, jewelry, pottery and artisan wares.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
10 D202 High School Artists Place In 2 Prestigious Art Competitions
Students won awards from the Scholastic Regional Art and Writing Awards and the Lewis University High School Art Invitational.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva Wedding Walk Date, Vendors Announced
The Wedding Walk gives brides, grooms and wedding planners the chance to explore top-tier wedding vendors in Geneva.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Paczki Day 2025: Where To Find Paczki Near Plainfield
This year, Paczki Day falls on March 4. See where you can find paczki in and around Plainfield.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
47 West Aurora High School Seniors Named AP Scholars
"They have worked incredibly hard to set goals, exhibit resilience, and commit themselves to academic excellence," the principal said.
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Plainfield|News|
Hometown Irish Parade Is Coming Up: Grand Marshal Announced
This year's grand marshal is a lifelong Plainfield resident with a deep-seated knowledge of the village's history.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
