Geneva, IL|News|
First Baby Of 2025 Born At Geneva Hospital On New Year's Day
The New Year's Day baby boy was born to parents from Aurora.
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|
Kendall County Sheriff Issues Over 100 Citations At Christmas, NYE
The sheriff's office participated in a “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, targeting impaired drivers from Dec. 13 to Jan. 2.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
See How Many Citations Kane County Deputies Issued At Christmas, NYE
The sheriff's office participated in a “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, targeting impaired drivers from Dec. 13 to Jan. 2.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva Restaurant Week 2025: See Who's Participating
Twenty restaurants are slated to participate in the upcoming Geneva Restaurant Week.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Armed Robber Steals Money, Lotto Tickets From Speedway: Batavia PD
The suspect fled the gas station after he presented a handgun and demanded money and lottery tickets from the store clerk, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
See How Many Citations Oswego Police Issued At Christmas, NYE
The Oswego Police Department participated in a “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, targeting impaired drivers from Dec. 13 to Jan. 2.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
2 Killed In Home | Whole Foods Opening Nears | Car Burglaries Drop
Here is a look at the top stories from this past week in Kane County.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
DUI Driver Had Cocaine In Car: Plainfield Police
The driver, "swerving all over the roadway," was found to be driving under the influence while carrying cocaine in the car, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Roadway Conditions Lead To 10 Crashes, 1 Hospitalization: Oswego PD
The Oswego Police Department took 10 reports of car crashes as a result of slick roads Thursday night.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Overnight Warming Center In Aurora Opens For 1st Weekend Of 2025
Each night, staff will provide guests at the city's temporary overnight warming center with a cot, snacks and water.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Winter Storm To Hit Chicago Area Sunday Into Monday: NWS
A winter storm could impact travel from Sunday into Monday; here's what we know so far.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
New Batavia Police Chief Chosen To Succeed Retiring Chief Shawn Mazza
The incoming chief's appointment will take effect on Jan. 14 following Chief Shawn Mazza's retirement after 26 years with the department.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Plainfield East Alum Donates $3K To District 202 Families
The University of Michigan student-athlete's donation helped more than 40 families at his alma mater schools in District 202.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Special Screenings Planned In January At Emagine Batavia
Open caption and sensory- and dementia-friendly screenings are on the docket for January at the Batavia theater.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Batavia Park District Unveils Plan To Revitalize, Preserve Hall Quarry Beach
The master plan is part of a broader initiative to prioritize the future repair, maintenance and development of properties at the beach.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
1st Baby Of 2025 Born At Rush Copley Medical Center
A baby born to a Plainfield couple was the first to come into the world in 2025 at Rush Copley Medical Center in Aurora.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
5 Patrol Deputies Hired To Fill Vacancies At Kendall County Sheriff's Office
The new deputies were sworn in on Dec. 30 by Sheriff Dwight Baird.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Overnight Warming Center Opens On New Year's Eve In Aurora
Aurora will activate its temporary overnight warming center Tuesday night and again on Thursday night.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Plainfield's Biggest Stories Of 2024: Here Are The 10 Top Headlines
Plainfield Patch's most-read stories of 2024 included restaurant closures, new business openings and fatal shootings of local youth.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
2 Pets Killed, Family Displaced In Superior Street Fire: Aurora FD
A single-family house with a walk-up attic caught fire on Dec. 28, displacing one man and four children, fire officials said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
