Plainfield|News|
D202 Gives Away Free Clothes, School Supplies To Families In Need
Organizers washed, sorted and organized unclaimed lost and found clothing and set them up for the community to come shop for free.
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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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Batavia, IL|News|
CD One Price Cleaners Opens In Batavia
"They are committed to cleaning your items quickly, affordably, and done right every time," Batavia Chamber of Commerce officials said.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Car Crashes Into ComEd Electrical Box, Causing Eola Road Shutdown: APD
The driver was evaluated by Aurora Fire Department paramedics but refused further medical attention, Aurora police said.
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Plainfield|News|
Plainfield Mayor Term Ends, 3 Trustee Seats Open: April 2025 Election
April will mark the end of John Argoudelis's first term as mayor as well as the three trustees also elected in 2021.
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Oswego, IL|News|
District 308 Superintendent Approved For New 5-Year Contract
The Board of Education unanimously voted to solidify the new agreement with Superintendent Andalib Khelghati through 2029.
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Yorkville, IL|News|
Man Who Exposed Himself, Recorded Children At Raging Waves Imprisoned
The 39-year-old man from Elk Grove Village visited water parks on numerous occasions and made similar videos elsewhere, investigators found.
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Plainfield|News|
Hearing Planned For Proposed I-55 Improvement Project In Will County
The proposed project would include updates to Interstate 55 at Lorenzo Road and Route 129 in Will County.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Third Street Train Crossing To Close For About 6 Weeks
Work on the train track crossing in Geneva is the next part of Union Pacific's Third Main Line project.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Man Who Drove At Deputies Sentenced For Attempted Murder
The man, 24, was sentenced about two years after he fled from deputies, driving into oncoming traffic and toward police at up to 100 mph.
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Geneva, IL|News|
New Signs Installed At Geneva Intersection Converted Into 4-Way Stop
The new stop signs were installed after Geneva and St. Charles jointly determined they would help reduce the number of crashes.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Fundraiser Planned For Stockholm's, Parla Impacted By Fires
Geneva Chamber of Commerce and Craft Urban are teaming up to host a fundraiser from which proceeds will be donated to the two businesses.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Teens Kicking, Beating On Doors 'Not A Harmless Prank': Oswego PD
Police said the possible challenge — a twist on "ding-dong ditch" — could put teens, homeowners in danger.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Oswego Police Training Planned By St. Anne's Church
The area will see an increase in police personnel and vehicles as a result of the training exercises.
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Geneva, IL|News|
City Council Considers Redistricting To Even Out Ward Populations
The current ward map was approved in 1996, and Geneva has grown by nearly 5,000 people since then, officials said.
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Batavia, IL|News|
'She Goes The Extra Mile': Batavia Teacher Spotlight
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.
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Geneva, IL|News|
GoFundMe Started For Stockholm's Restaurant Damaged In Fire
"As devastating as this is, it could have been far worse," owner Michael Oleson said of the fire at his downtown Geneva restaurant.
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Aurora, IL|News|
City Hall Veteran Tapped As Ward 1 Alderman In Aurora
Dan Barreiro worked at Aurora City Hall for 35 years, retiring as chief community services officer in 2021.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Up To 100 Meteors An Hour Visible Over IL Skies: How To Watch
Under dark skies, it's possible to see between 50 and 100 meteors an hour, with a good possibility for fireballs.
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Plainfield|News|
'Truly Cares About Each And Every Student': Teacher Spotlight
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.
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Plainfield|News|
Indian Boundary Road To Close For About 3 Months For Bridge Project
Indian Boundary Road will also be widened and reconstructed as part of the project.
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