Cocktails In The Park Celebrates 15 Years: See Cocktail, Appetizer Menu

A longtime Batavia MainStreet volunteer crafted the cocktail menu, and 10 local restaurants are serving up delectable appetizers.

Kane County Man Detained Following Child Porn Charges: Mosser

Prosecutors said the 31-year-old disseminated a video file containing child sexual abuse material involving a victim under the age of 13.

Batavia Child, 'A Bright Light' Was Killed On Geneva Lake: Fundraiser

"Whether you met her once or knew her well, she would brighten your life any time of day," her family said.

Hungry Kids In Batavia May Not Be Getting Enough To Eat This Summer

The summer months have historically exposed a significant shortfall in child nutrition, but federal assistance is available in two ways.

Windmill City Festival Returns To Batavia: See What's Planned

Live music, a carnival, family-friendly activities, a beer garden and a food court are among the offerings this weekend.

Batavia Residents Among Those Aboard Boat That Capsized, Killing 3 Children On Geneva Lake

Three children, ages 10, 6 and 7, were killed after a boat capsized on Geneva Lake amid stormy weather.

Batavia Avenue Traffic To Be Impacted By Water Service Repairs

Drivers should expect intermittent lane shifts and flagger-controlled traffic during construction.

Investing in Our Community

Batavia United Way Awards $130,000 in Community Impact Grants to Strengthen Local Programs

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Batavia For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Batavia.

These Roads Will Be Impacted For Batavia 4th Of July Fireworks Show

Batavia is celebrating the United States' 250th birthday with its annual Sky Concert at Engstrom Park.

Where To Find Cooling Centers In Batavia During Extreme Heat Wave

The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning for the entire Chicagoland area, as forecasters predict dangerous conditions.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Batavia

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Batavia.

8 Fox Valley High School Grads Awarded Scholarships From Covenant Living At The Holmstad

The scholarships are funded primarily through proceeds from the Holmstad's annual fall bazaar, where residents sell handmade items.

River Rhapsody Series Returns To Downtown Batavia: See Concert Schedule

New this year will be a rotation of food vendors at each concert, planned throughout the summer at the Peg Bond Center.

Vanguard Gifted Academy Named ‘Influential Face of 2026’ as School Celebrates Legacy of Innovative Education

Persona Tri-Cities honors Batavia's Vanguard Gifted Academy for its unique, multi-age educational model for gifted and 2e learners.

Where To Watch 2026 World Cup In Batavia

For the first time, the world's biggest soccer tournament will feature 48 teams, making it the largest World Cup ever.

New Fine Art Festival Planned During Windmill City Fest In Batavia

The Batavia Depot Museum and Batavia Park District will host an "unconventional indoor evening art show" this summer.

$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.

Lane Closures Expected As Maintenance Begins On 2 Batavia Bridges

The maintenance is planned to extend the life of the structures and reduce long-term maintenance costs, officials said.

New Location Announced For Wednesday Evening Farmers Markets In Batavia

The mid-week farmers market will coincide with the Batavia Park District's River Rhapsody Concert Series.

Batavia Liquor Store Burglarized: Police

Two suspects broke a window and stole an undetermined amount of cash and liquor, police said.

Cocktails In The Park Celebrates 15th Anniversary This Summer

Details have been released for Batavia MainStreet's 15th annual Cocktails in the Park fundraiser.

Memorial Day Enforcement Yields 47 Tickets: Batavia Police

Officers issued the citations — and made four arrests — during the two-week campaign encompassing Memorial Day.

Kane County Forest Preserve District Opens Archery Complex

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County was awarded a $600,000 grant for the archery project at the Mill Creek Greenway Forest Preserve.

Batavia D101 Announces Deadline For Applications To Fill 2 Board Of Education Vacancies

The Board is looking to fill two vacancies after two members resigned from office on the same day.

Batavia SD101 Hires District Administrator, Middle School Principal

D101 hired a director of curriculum and multilingual learning and a new principal at Rotolo Middle School.

Batavia Unveils Plans For Flag Day Commemorating America 250

A display of historic flags, band performances and a ribbon cutting for the new Liberty Education Plaza are planned for the Flag Day event.

Find Batavia's Cheapest Gas During Record Memorial Day Travel Weekend

AAA estimates a record 39.1 million people will travel by car during the May 21-25 holiday period.

2 Batavia D101 Board Members Resign On Same Day

Two members tendered their resignations May 18, citing difficulties with the Board.

Batavia School District 101 Receives 12th Honor For Music Education Commitment

District 101 was awarded the Best Communities for Music Education designation for the 12th time in 13 years.

Batavia Police Will Be Out In Force For Memorial Day Enforcement

The two-week enforcement encompasses the busy travel period for Memorial Day.

Driver Succumbs To Injuries In Randall Road, Mill Street Crash: Batavia Police

A woman was charged with speeding following the crash that led to the death of the 65-year-old Batavia man.

Batavia Nonprofit Hosts Inclusive Vendor Fair For Mother's Day

The fair will feature more than 20 vendors, all adults living with different abilities, selling handmade products and baked goods.

Batavia Farmers Market Season Nears: See When It Starts

The 32nd outdoor season of the Batavia Farmers Market is quickly approaching.

These Restaurants In Batavia Taking Mother’s Day Reservations

Mother's Day is just around the corner, and these Batavia restaurants have reservations available to help you celebrate.

Frozen Pizza Sold At Walmart, Aldi Recalled: What You Need To Know In IL

The initial recall stemmed from ingredients formulated with dry milk powder that may have been contaminated with salmonella, FSIS said.

Popular Grocery Store Recalls Dessert Due To Possible Glass Contamination

Illinois is one of the seven states affected by the recall.

Batavia Police Will Take To Dunkin' Roof In Fundraising Effort

The cops on the rooftop will be raising money for Special Olympics Illinois.

Sandhill Cranes Born At Fermilab In Batavia

The baby birds join the newly born bison calf on the grounds of the particle physics and accelerator laboratory in Batavia.

Artists Invited To Apply For 2 Public Art Projects In Batavia

One opportunity is the America 250 Mural Project, a large-scale installation planned for the exterior of Batavia City Hall.