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.
Aurora police have cracked down on street racing and unauthorized car meetups over the last few weeks to ensure "safety for all who travel."
Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry and Gindo’s Spice of Life teamed up to create another hot sauce, "Fire on the Fox: Volume 2 Hot 2 Handle."
Aurora police located the missing teen after asked the community for help.
The parking deck will remain open to commuters and downtown drivers as normal during the training.
Following his arrest, the 55-year-old man, charged with six counts of criminal sexual abuse, was released from jail on pre-trial conditions.
Oswego police are assisting Homeland Security and the Illinois Attorney General’s Office in serving an arrest warrant, officials said.
The event will also mark the launch of the Aurora Barbers Alliance, officials said.
A block of Dodson Street will close twice to make way for crews to replace a lead water service line.
The "competitive convection of canines" will return for the sixth time to Aurora, with dogs competing for awards in six categories.
The Oswego Police Department is implementing a new Speed Watch Program in an effort to reduce speed violations on residential streets.
While in Batavia, English actress Sarah Douglas will attend a "Superman II" screening, sign autographs and answer fans' questions.
The 2024-25 Old Farmers' Almanac winter forecast has shared its predictions for what Illinois will face in the coming season.
The 21-year-old National Title-winning gymnast was shot to death near her college. A 23-year-old man is charged in her killing.
The fire that left the Plainfield residence uninhabitable was caused by a charging hoverboard, fire officials said.
Vacant since 2009, the school was transformed into 14 apartments, joining a new building that was constructed to house 22 other units.
September means cheaper winter-blend gasoline is almost at the pumps, helping take the pressure off gas prices, AAA said.
September means cheaper winter-blend gasoline is almost at the pumps, helping take the pressure off gas prices, AAA said.
The Plum Grove Retirement Community resident was transported to a local hospital in stable condition, officials said.
September means cheaper winter-blend gasoline is almost at the pumps, helping take the pressure off gas prices, AAA said.
September means cheaper winter-blend gasoline is almost at the pumps, helping take the pressure off gas prices, AAA said.
