Fourth in a series: A car crash that took the like of a 45-year-old St. Charles man was the No. 5 most-read article by Batavia readers in 2013.
Tyrell Sumling punched the victim in the abdomen, rupturing her spleen, which later had to be removed. The victim remained hospitalized for a week as she recovered from her injuries.
The Geneva resident, who did not want to be identified, expresses gratitude that Geneva police officers watched over her house for the last few days.
3 Things to Do in Chicago: Adaptation of David Sedaris' hilarious account of working as a Macy's elf. Also, learn how animals deal with frigid weather at Lincoln Park Zoo.
A food industry investment banker is negotiating the purchase on behalf of the store cooperative, but whether the Oswego store in on the list is not known.
Missing adult found, lost property returned and a lost dog has a chance to find a home.
Second in a series: This was a very sad and difficult day for the family of the man who died, later identified as Luke Bulzak, as well as for the sheriff's sergeant who made the difficult decision to take action.
Be careful and drive safely if you have Christmas Eve or Christmas Day travel plans.
A second report of a baby Jesus being removed from a holiday Nativity is reported to Batavia police.
A Chicago blogger has put together a useful and fascinating interactive map for tracking average teacher pay by state since 1970. You can even adjust the figures for inflation. Highly recommended.
Remembrances and links to the obituaries from Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles funeral homes, for the week prior to Dec. 17, 2013.
In observance of the holidays, Post Offices will be closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Check out these holiday classics with your family this week.
A public informational meeting has been tentatively scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2014, to review this application for a $200,000 Brownfield Cleanup Grant to develop the site for a future town square.
Are you a new mom with an old Lemonheads t-shirt? The map below shows where you can find other new moms of your generation.
These sides will take center stage at the holiday table.
Simple tips for making sure all your hard work in the kitchen doesn't go to waste.
First in a Series: Who could resist a story with a headline, "OMG PD: Throwing Parties, F-Bombs and Ice Cream"?
Here are some fun and weird facts about Christmas foods that might have you rethinking your own holiday menu and traditions.
Take a look at the job openings we found in the Tri-Cities of Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles.
From an entire gingerbread village to a life-sized gingerbread house, these sweet and festive creations are the perfect addition to the holiday season.
Thanks to the alert Patch readers who let us know that the "double rainbow" was really a "sun dog."
A pie bird will prevent your pies from getting soggy.
According to Downers Grove Patch, Kevin stopped into Style Studio to support Noah's Hope, an organization founded by the VanHoutan family of Downers Grove.
Spice up your holiday dessert spread with these creative dishes.
We reveal how much to tip your babysitter, mail carrier, hairdresser, and more.
…Or a cup of coffee, or going to the movies? Smart spender Betty Linneman made the ultimate New Year’s resolution in 2013. Could you do the same?
A “gentleman of tremendous grace and dignity” is to be honored Friday, Jan. 31, at the Chamber’s “Inspire 2014: A Celebration of Those Who Inspire Us!”
The Joliet Herald-News is sold to Shaw Media, owners of the Kane County Chronicle.
The map below shows a snapshot of how many minutes it generally takes people to get to work.
A big thank you to all our users for the incredible contributions you bring to Patch sites all year long.
A quick guide to church services and other Christmas events.
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