Aurora, IL|News|
Holiday In Aurora Named After Waubonsie Valley High School Principal
The principal of Waubonsie Valley High School was named the 2025 Outstanding Educator of the Year by the Illinois PTA.
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|
Aurora Man Denied Pre-Trial Release In Possession Of Loaded Gun Case
The Aurora man was on parole for narcotics charges when he was accused of being in possession of a loaded firearm.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Trump Considering Big Changes For Postal Service: What To Know In IL
President Donald Trump is considering changes to stop losses at the $78 billion-a-year agency.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Plainfield Considers New Townhouse Development Off Van Dyke Road
The proposal "is more or less an affluent property project that is intended to drive the extension of the downtown," one trustee said.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Tap House Grill In Oswego Is Permanently Closed
Tap House Grill continues to operate four other locations in the Chicagoland area, including in Lemont.
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Plainfield|News|
Summer Art Program Planned At Plainfield East High School
Students will learn techniques in painting, drawing, clay and mixed media during the four-day-long summer camp.
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Aurora, IL|News|
3 Aurora Shops Didn't Card Underage Buyers In Undercover Sting: PD
Of the nine businesses evaluated, six successfully carded the undercover cadets, officials said.
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Plainfield|News|
Missing Plainfield Boy 'Returned Home Safely': Police
The boy was reported missing Feb. 5 after he had last been seen Jan. 28, according to Plainfield police.
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Elgin, IL|News|
Elgin Man Sentenced For Firing Gun At Police Officers
The man was not legally allowed to possess a firearm as he was a convicted felon at the time, officials said.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Late Aurora Comedian Honored With Street Dedication
The corner of Spicebush Lane and Fifth Avenue on Aurora's east side has been honorarily named Ken Flores Way.
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Plainfield|News|
Plainfield Language Arts Educator Is ISBE Regional Teacher Of The Year
Jennifer Gruca was recognized for her "excellence in teaching and leadership and support of JFK's learners," District 202 officials said.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva Citywide Garage Sale Dates Set For 2025
The Geneva Chamber of Commerce will handle all participating residents' marketing and sign distribution for a one-time, non-refundable fee.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
New Principal Appointed At Hoover-Wood Elementary School
The new principal has spent the last four years working as assistant principal of Carpenter Elementary School in Park Ridge.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Oswego High School Artists Win Scholastic Art, Writing Awards
Students from Oswego High School and Oswego East High School were honored with various awards in the Scholastic Art and Writing competition.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
New Grocery Store Approved At Route 34, Kendall Pointe Drive
Oswego trustees approved Benderson Development's application to build a grocery store, restaurant and bank on 5 acres of undeveloped land.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Truck Driver Cited For Early February Crash With Pedestrian: BPD
A pedestrian was hospitalized after a crash on Feb. 4 at the intersection of North Kirk Road and East Wilson Street.
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Aurora, IL|News|
College Credits: Aurora Student Plays On University Volleyball Team
Area students from Aurora are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.
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Oswego, IL|News|
College Credits: Oswego Student Performs In Concert Shown On Prime
Area students from Oswego are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Animal Care Launches Volunteer Program
The volunteer program is structured with five tiers of specializations based on individual interests, levels of training and expertise.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Undercover Sting Catches Local Man Soliciting Sex From Teen: Sheriff
When the man arrived at a location thinking he would meet the teen whom he'd been talking to online, investigators took him into custody.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
