5 Batavia City Council Seats Will Be On 2027 Consolidated Election Ballot

One seat in five of Batavia's seven aldermanic wards, all carrying four-year terms, will be up for grabs.

Batavia Begins Exterior Assessment Of 75 Historic Properties

The assessment is part of Batavia's effort to preserve its historic downtown.

$1M Incentive Approved For 72-Unit Affordable Housing Development In Batavia

City Council unanimously voted to approve the TIF incentive for the downtown Batavia development.

LTC (Ret) Michael Pierce: SAFE-T Act harming Illinois citizens while Bill Foster stays silent

Pierce urges repeal of the SAFE-T Act

LTC (Ret) Michael Pierce: Jeff Walter needs to do his homework and learn district boundaries

Pierce says opponent’s blunder underscores need for redistricting reform

LTC (Ret) Michael Pierce Calls for passage of the SAVE ACT

Pierce says Election Reform should be top priority

Batavia 2026 Primary Election Guide: Who's Running, What You Need To Know

The Illinois primary is March 17. Here is everything you need to know to cast your vote in Batavia.

River Street Plaza Plans Approved: See What's Planned For The Downtown Batavia Project

A key feature of the plaza includes restrooms — "giving our Farmers Market the public restrooms the community has long asked for."

3 Alderman Races To Watch In Batavia: See Unofficial 2025 Results

See which candidates running for alderperson appear to have been voted into Batavia City Council in Tuesday's consolidated election.

Schielke Projected To Win Batavia Mayor Race: 2025 Election Results

Thomas Connelly sought to unseat Jeffery Schielke, who has served as the mayor of Batavia since 1981.

Could Batavia Get 1st New Mayor Since 1981? Voters Will Decide Tuesday

The role of mayor and six alderperson seats are up for election in Batavia's consolidated election on Tuesday.

Dustin Pieper For Batavia 4th Ward: Candidate Survey

Dustin Pieper is one of two people running for the four-year term in Batavia's 4th Ward.

Thomas Connelly For Batavia Mayor: Candidate Survey

Thomas Connelly, an attorney, is looking to unseat longtime Mayor Jeffery Schielke in the top role in Batavia.

Alice Lohman For Batavia 3rd Ward Alderperson: Candidate Survey

Alice Lohman is running unopposed for the open four-year term in Batavia's 3rd Ward.

Kevin Malone For Batavia 3rd Ward Alderperson: Candidate Survey

Kevin Malone, a mediator, is running for the two-year unexpired aldermanic term in Batavia's 3rd Ward.

Jennifer Baerren For Batavia 1st Ward Alderperson: Candidate Survey

Jennifer Baerren is running for reelection for the aldermanic seat in Batavia's 1st Ward.

Jim Fahrenbach For Batavia 5th Ward Alderperson: Candidate Survey

Jim Fahrenbach, a director specialist working with data and AI, is one of two candidates running for alderperson of Batavia's 5th Ward.

Batavia Considers Ban On Synthetic Cannabinoids, Psychoactive Drugs

City Council is considering a new ordinance that would ban the sale of synthetic cannabinoids and psychoactive drugs within Batavia.

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.

Batavia 2025 Consolidated Election: Who Filed For Mayor, Alderperson

The terms for Batavia mayor, several alderperson roles and city clerk are expiring next April.

Batavia Voter Guide: What To Know Before Tuesday's General Election

Early voting dates, how to register and what's on the ballot. Here's what Batavia-area residents need to know on Election Day.

Batavia Skull ID'd As Teen Who Died In 1866: Kane County Coroner

A Batavia couple discovered a skull in the wall while remodeling their house in 1978. Almost 50 years later, the remains were identified.

How To Register To Vote In Batavia

Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Batavia ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

Batavia Voter Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

Early voting dates, how to register and how to vote by mail. Here's what Batavia-area residents need to know on Election Day.

Kane County League Of Women Voters Plans Several Events Ahead Of Election Day

"Every eligible American deserves the chance to participate in this year's pivotal elections," the co-vice president of the group said.

Batavia Police Chief To Retire, Focus On Family, Humanitarian Work

Chief Shawn Mazza began his law enforcement career in 1999 in Batavia, rising through the ranks before becoming chief in 2022.

$2.8M Grant Awarded To Batavia Park District For New Recreation Center

The funding will be used to transform a commercial office building into a community creation center.

$95.7M Budget Proposed For Batavia In 2024

The proposed budget does not include an increase in property taxes, city officials said.

Clean Energy, Coal Will Be Topic Of Tri-Cities Event

"Together as a community we can restore democratic input to our publicly-owned utilities and plan for a better future," officials wrote.

City Of Batavia Hiring Building Inspector, Administrative Assistant

Applications are being sought for three open positions within Batavia's city government.

Bicycle Commission Replaced By Active Transportation Commission

One change made to the new commission is an increase in the number of members to nine mayoral appointments, up from five.

Work Begins On New Logistics Center In Industrial Part Of Batavia

The state-of-the-art facility is being built in an industrial park at the southwest corner of Fabyan Parkway and Kirk Road.

Batavia Receives $38M To Upgrade Wastewater Treatment Facility

The city will use the funding to address excess flow and odor control issues, according to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.

Road Diet For Route 31 Input Sought From Batavia Residents

The proposal for Batavia would convert the four-lane road from Fabyan Parkway to Mooseheart Road to three lanes with shoulders.

Route 31 Could Be Narrowed To 3 Lanes: City Wants Residents' Opinions

City officials will hold a public information meeting to discuss the implementation of the road diet by spring 2024.

City Of Batavia Website Changes Domains

The change to the .gov website was made to make the domain more secure and harder for malicious actors to impersonate.

Crossing Guards Will Be Placed By Quarry Beach Entrance On Route 31

City Council unanimously approved a contract with a contractor to provide crossing guards at Route 31 and Union Street through Aug. 13.

Batavia Organizations Collaborate To Promote Pedestrian Safety

The Batavia Park District, Batavia Public Library, City of Batavia and District 101 will place signs out as part of the initiative.

Batavia Asks IDOT To Take Action After Cyclists Hit On Route 31

The city has received an "outpouring of concern" after two bicyclists were hit about a week apart while attempting to cross Batavia Avenue.

Batavia Police Department Is Hiring Community Service Officers

In the role, a person would be assigned to supplement sworn police officers in enforcing laws and helping in non-criminal-related matters.