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.
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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|
Driver In 3-Car Hit-And-Run Is Caught, Cited: Oswego Police
The Aurora driver fled the scene but was located shortly after and taken to a hospital to be treated for injuries, police said.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Rain, Then Snow Possible For New Year's Eve In IL
The rainy start to New Year's Eve could transform into flurries as the new year approaches.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Renowned Professor, Author To Speak At 40th Annual Aurora MLK Event
The theme for Aurora's upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. ceremony will be based on his book "Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community."
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Plainfield|News|
Plainfield Lions Break Record Again With Christmas Basket Program
The club donated Jewel gift cards to 181 families this year thanks to a record-breaking amount of donations, organizers said.
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Plainfield|News|
Cooper's Hawk Opening On The Horizon In Plainfield
Construction is well underway on the new Cooper's Hawk at The Boulevard Place in Plainfield.
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Batavia, IL|News|
Reports Of Car Burglaries In 2024 Down From Prior Year: Kane Sheriff
The Kane County Sheriff's Office took 22 fewer reports of car burglaries in 2024 compared to 2023, officials said.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Child, Woman Killed in Domestic Incident: Geneva Police
A 13-year-old boy was among the victims, who were pronounced dead at area hospitals following the Dec. 26 incident, police said.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 In Aurora
There is no shortage of options for New Year's Eve in Aurora, from dance parties with buffet dinners to a masquerade party.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva ‘Domestic Incident’ Leads To Man’s Arrest: Police
A significant police presence responded to the incident on the city’s west side Thursday.
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Batavia, IL|News|
Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 In Batavia
There is no shortage of options for New Year's Eve in Batavia, from bowling and skate parties to trivia and dinner specials.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 In Geneva
There is no shortage of options for New Year's Eve in Geneva, from bowling and skate parties to rock music bashes and dinner specials.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Attached Garage With 4 Cars Catches Fire, Spreads To House: Oswego FD
The house in Bristol Township was deemed uninhabitable after a fire is believed to have started in the attached garage, officials said.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 In Oswego
There is no shortage of options for New Year's Eve in Oswego, from a painting party and bowling at midnight to bashes with live music.
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Plainfield|News|
Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 In Plainfield
There is no shortage of options for New Year's Eve in Plainfield, from kid-friendly balloon drops to four-course meals and an elegant event.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva Brewery Named Among Best In U.S. By New Survey
The brewery in Geneva joined one in Chicago as the two from Illinois to be named among the 30 best breweries in the U.S.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
$1.15 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot Friday: How To Play In IL
The Mega Millions jackpot will be $1.15 billion in Friday night's drawing. Here's the deadline to buy tickets in Illinois and where.
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Aurora, IL|News|
'World Is A Safer Place': North Aurora Man Pled Guilty To Sex Offenses
He was "the trusted uncle and occasional babysitter for the four victims," whose abuse started when they were 5-7 years old, officials said.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Considers 3 Cities In Mexico For Sister City Partnership
The city launched its Sister Cities Partnership to "strengthen international relationships and foster meaningful connections."
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Plainfield|News|
3 Cars Crash On Christmas On Route 59: Plainfield Police
A 20-year-old Aurora driver was issued three citations after crashing into two other cars on Christmas, officials said.
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