Plainfield|News|
Reckless Driving, DUI With Kid In The Car Leads To Woman's Arrest: PPD
The woman was stopped for improper lane usage when officers found she was driving with a child in the car, Plainfield police said.
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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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Geneva, IL|News|
Public Safety Facilities Referendum Question Taken Off Geneva Ballot
Geneva voters will no longer be asked in April to issue general obligation bonds to fund building new fire and police stations.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Phone Showed Missing Mom In Aurora Amid Search For Baby: Sheriff
A phone location search showed the woman to be in Aurora, but relatives refused to cooperate when police inquired, officials said.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Property Damage Crash Leads To Ohio Street Closure: Aurora PD
The street closure is required Thursday afternoon while emergency responders work to clear the cars and debris.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Waldo Middle School Students Read Most Minutes In English To Win Challenge
The Aurora middle school won the International Great Reading Tournament by having the highest average of minutes read in English.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
NYE DUI Initiative Nets 6 Arrests: Kane County State's Attorney
Six drivers, including one from Aurora and one from St. Charles, were charged with driving under the influence on New Year's Eve.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
Ex-Yorkville Doctor Gets Prison Sentence For Assaulting Patient: Weis
The victim, who at the time was a minor, a patient and an employee of the Yorkville doctor's, came forward about sexual assault.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Jan. 6 Defendant From Aurora Pardoned By Trump
Newly inaugurated President Donald Trump pardoned more than 1,500 people charged in connection with the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora's Warming Center Will Be Open Through End Of Week
Periods of accumulating snow are expected Wednesday, and temperatures are forecast to gradually increase into the weekend.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Another Water Main Breaks In Downtown Geneva
Although the problem didn't require crews to shut down any streets, drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes Wednesday morning.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Johnson Elementary Named 'Exemplary' By IL State Board Of Education
The school's overall performance put it in the top 3 percent of all schools in Illinois in 2024, District 131 officials said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Third Main Line Update: Fence Installation Begins At Commuter Lots
The entire Third Main Line project is expected to be completed in the spring, city officials said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Man Faces 81-Year Term For Sexually Abusing, Recording Teen: SA
The victim, who was 13 at the time, "testified ... with remarkable courage" while facing the person "who stole their innocence."
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Water Main Break Shuts Down Seventh Street In Geneva
The Geneva Public Works Department is working to repair the break on Tuesday afternoon.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
1st Aurora Restaurant Week Starts This Week: See The List
More than 55 restaurants across Aurora, from casual spots to fine dining establishments, are participating in the inaugural two-week event.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Elgin, IL|News|
Off-Duty Kane County Deputy Cleared In Teen's Fatal Shooting: Mosser
Two women were indicted in the July 8, 2024, death of an 18-year-old man during a fight involving multiple people, officials said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
East Aurora D131 Cancels In-Person Leaning Tuesday Due To Wind Chills
The district is offering grab-and-go lunches at each school for pickup between noon and 1:00 p.m. Tuesday.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
President Biden Meets With Mom Of Boy Killed In Plainfield Hate Crime
Wadee Alfayoumi's mother met with Biden in the final days of his presidency for an exchange amid the rise of Islamaphobia.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Mayoral Candidates: Feb. 25 Consolidated Primary
A primary election will take place Feb. 25 for candidates running for mayor of Aurora.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy Ranks Among Best Middle Schools In U.S.
U.S. News & World Report ranked schools based on state-required tests, graduation and how well they prepare their students for high school.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
