Across Illinois, IL|News|
New Flu Mutation Causes Severe Illness: See Latest IL Data
Close gatherings over Thanksgiving could cause an uptick in emergency room visits due to a trio of respiratory illnesses, officials said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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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Oswego, IL|News|
Village Of Oswego Hires New Events Manager
He will oversee village-hosted events, including PrairieFest, Wine on the Fox and the Christmas Walk.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Longtime Resident Donates Property With Agricultural Significance To Village
The property houses six structures, including a feed mill, grain elevators and a storage building with historical significance to Oswego.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Man, 29, Took More Than 400 Upskirt Videos Over 8 Years: Geneva Police
The St. Charles man targeted women at libraries, banks, stores and government buildings in Kane, DuPage and LaSalle counties, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Oswego Police Launch Traffic Enforcement Campaign For Thanksgiving
For 11 days around Thanksgiving, officers will be on the lookout for seat belt violations, speeding, and distracted and impaired driving.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Debate Ensues As Plainfield Considers Becoming Sister Cities With Moldova Town
The village will investigate what an agreement would look like if Plainfield and Nisporeni, Moldova, were to become sister cities.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
West Aurora D129 Launches Chicago Area's Largest Electric School Bus Fleet: District
The electric buses now make up one-third of District 129's fleet, according to a report.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
Yorkville 'Is A Natural Fit' For New QuikTrip Gas Station, Convenience Store
It's the first QuikTrip to open in Kendall County.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Lowest Tax Rate On Record Approved By Oswego Village Board
Despite the levy dollar amount increasing, property taxes in Oswego are going down next year, trustees voted.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
2 D131 Students Win Prestigious Scholarships: 'A True Testament To Our City's Academic Success'
Fewer than 100 students nationwide were chosen for the highly selective pre-college Jack Kent Cooke Young Scholars Program.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Special Census Counting Resumes In Plainfield
Counting for the Special Census was paused due to the record-long federal government shutdown.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
Sting Operation Catches 66-Year-Old Man Soliciting Sex From Teenager: Yorkville Police
The Sandwich man was charged with three felony offenses after investigators caught him during a proactive operation, officials said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Christkindlmarket Opens This Week In Aurora
The beloved German-style holiday market is opening in Aurora just in time for Thanksgiving.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Firefighters' Union 'Firmly Opposes' City Leaders' Statements About Proposed Budget Cuts
Aurora Firefighters Local 99 called statements made by the mayor and fire chief about budget cuts "misleading and factually inaccurate."
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Trader Joe's Is Opening In Oswego, Village President Says, But Location Remains A Mystery
"Obviously, the village has known for a very long time," Village President Ryan Kauffman said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
The Grinch To Make Appearance At Whoville Breakfast Bash At Geneva Church
The United Methodist Church of Geneva is bringing back its free Whoville Breakfast Bash, featuring storytime with the Grinch.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
APD Special Response Team Training Planned On Aurora's East Side
Aurora police conducted K-9 training in the same area two days ago.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Kane County Sheriff's Office To Launch Traffic Enforcement For Thanksgiving
For 11 days around Thanksgiving, deputies will be on the lookout for seat belt violations, speeding, and distracted and impaired driving.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Five Below Fight Leads To Aggravated Battery Charges For Mother, Daughter: Oswego Police
Oswego police were called to the discount store for a report of multiple women fighting and breaking merchandise.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Street Closures Planned For Geneva Christmas Walk, Holiday House Tour
Some road closures and parking restrictions will be in place for the two annual events in downtown Geneva.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
