Geneva, IL|News|
Cocoon To Celebrate 30th Anniversary With Holiday Shopping Event
The home decor store is celebrating "being a beloved destination for locals and visitors to explore unique, meaningful gifts."
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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|
K9 Handler At Kendall County Sheriff's Office Named Employee Of 2025 Third Quarter
The employee of the quarter is assigned to the community policing department and serves as a K9 handler for Comfort K9 Snow.
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Batavia, IL|News|
Winterfest Art Market: Date, Vendors, Live Music Revealed
Artisan vendors will be set up, and special activities will be planned, for three days at three locations in downtown Batavia.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Man Found Guilty In 2022 Fatal Shooting On Aurora's East Side: Mosser
Witnesses told police that the victim and another man had come to the aid of a teen who was being harassed by the shooter.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Dogtopia Opens Dog Daycare, Spa In Geneva
Dogtopia's services include daycare, overnight and long-term boarding, grooming and spa services, and webcam access.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Wide Turn Leads To Head-On Crash, 1 Hospitalized: Oswego Police
An SUV was leaving an Oswego shopping center when it turned into oncoming traffic and crashed head-on with a car, police said.
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Plainfield|News|
Obituary: Michael Ray Sergent Sr.
Michael Ray Sergent Sr.'s love and compassion touched everyone who knew him.
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Batavia, IL|News|
Batavia Chiropractor Filmed At Least 180 Patients While They Undressed: Investigators
Many of the victims, both children and adults, were filmed in a room used for red light or near-infrared light therapy, officials said.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Man Hospitalized After Overnight Blaze At Fallen Oak Trail Home: Aurora FD
Three residents and their dog evacuated the house before firefighters arrived. One was taken to a hospital for burns and smoke inhalation.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Man Killed, Woman In Critical Condition After Car Crashes Into Tree: Aurora Police
Both people were ejected from the car after the collision Wednesday night in Aurora, officials said.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Animal Shelter Waives Adoption Fees For Veterans Under New Program
The program aims to help veterans looking "to experience the joy and healing that comes with having a furry friend," the city said.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Wood Utility Poles In Geneva Scheduled For Inspection
More than 2,000 wood utility poles across Geneva will be inspected over the course of four or five weeks.
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Oswego, IL|News|
No Charges Will Be Issued In Fatal Portillo's Crash: Oswego Police
Investigators determined the crash that killed a child and injured several more was the result of "driver error," officials said.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Mother, Son Honored For 'Remarkable Courage' Following Chick-Fil-A Stabbing
The pair stopped the suspect from fleeing and inflicting harm on others after the Chick-fil-A stabbings, the proclamation states.
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Plainfield|News|
565 Homes, Residential Units In 'Diverse Pool Of Housing Options' Approved For Plainfield's Wallin Woods
The approved plan is significantly smaller than what the developer originally proposed for the almost-36-acre plot off Lockport Street.
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Plainfield|News|
Drive-Thru-Only Coffee Shop Approved For Former Chili's Lot In Plainfield
Trustees were unanimous in their decision to approve the ordinances necessary to bring a popular drive-thru-only coffee shop to Plainfield.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva Christmas Walk, Holiday House Tour Details Revealed
"For many, the Christmas Walk and House Tour mark the official start of the holiday season," a Geneva Chamber of Commerce spokesperson said.
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Plainfield|News|
Plainfield South Senior Will Attend 6th Consecutive ILMEA Festival
She is likely the first student in District 202 history to be selected to attend the District 9 festival each year since seventh grade.
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Batavia, IL|News|
This Batavia Bakery Was Inducted Into Illinois Made Program
Illinois Made honorees are selected for exemplifying what makes "Illinois an incredible destination for residents and visitors alike."
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Batavia, IL|News|
Emagine Entertainment, With Theaters In Batavia, Frankfort, Acquired In $105M Deal
A Belgian movie operator acquired Emagine Entertainment, which operates 14 theaters across the Midwest.
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