Geneva Mayor To Face Familiar Challenger In 2021 Election

Former Geneva alderman Tom Simonian is looking to keep Mayor Kevin Burns from a sixth term after falling short with his challenge in 2017.

FoxFire Takes Indoor Dining Fight To Illinois Supreme Court

"FoxFire has become emblematic of the right of small businesses to remain open, responsibly, free from (Pritzker's) overreach," lawyers say.

Underwood Receives Coronavirus Vaccine Amid 1st Wave

Members of Congress started receiving coronavirus vaccines last week under federal “continuity of government” provisions.

Geneva Nonprofits Get $726K In Coronavirus Relief From Kane Co.

The Kane County Board is sending some of the county's federal coronavirus-relief funding to three Geneva nonprofits.

City Outlines Election Candidate Filing COVID-19 Guidelines

The candidates will run in the April 6 election.

Geneva Ditches Proposal To Issue Fines For COVID-19 Violations

About 20 restaurants and bars in Geneva are ignoring a statewide ban on indoor service, Mayor Kevin Burns said Monday.

$5M In Grants To Help Kane County Businesses Cope With Pandemic

Kane County businesses can apply for a grant of up to $25,000 to help offset coronavirus-related expenses.

Geneva Eyeing Fines For Coronavirus Restriction Violations

Geneva residents and businesses would face a $100 fine for their first offense, with fines climbing to $500 after two violations.

Geneva City Offices To Close To The Public Friday

Geneva's city offices will be closed to the public starting Friday due to the state's transition to Tier 3 mitigation.

Problems At The Polls In Geneva? Let Patch Know

If you've experienced any issues at the polls, we want to hear from you.

Voting In Geneva: Everything You Need To Know

Here's what you need to know before heading out to vote on Election Day.

Pritzker Fights Order Blocking New Restrictions At Geneva Eatery

Gov. J.B. Pritzker is appealing a restraining order that stops public officials from enforcing a recently imposed indoor dining ban.

Mail-In Voting Up 566% Over 2016 In Kane County

Almost 63,000 Kane County voters cast mail-in ballots during the first month of early voting, up from 9,424 total mail-in votes in 2016.

Geneva Voter Guide: 2020 General Election

Everything you need to know about voting in the Nov. 3 election, including early and mail-in voting, grace-period registration and more.

FoxFire Exempt From New Indoor Dining Restrictions: Judge

A Kane County judge granted a temporary restraining order Monday, blocking officials from enforcing new restrictions at the restaurant.

Geneva Restaurant Sues To Stay Open Under New Restrictions

An attorney for the restaurant told Patch, “They’re trying to operate responsibly. But at the same time, they’re trying to operate.”

National Vote Early Day: What To Know In Geneva

Over 40 million Americans have already voted in the 2020 general election. Here’s how to join them on national Vote Early Day.

New Restrictions Start Friday In Geneva: What To Know

State officials have imposed new restrictions in Region 8 after a surge in coronavirus cases. Here’s what that means for you.

Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Kane County

ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Kane County from voting.

Geneva To Get $1.28M In Coronavirus Relief From Kane County

Kane County officials recently finalized their plans to split $27.7 million in federal funds among more than two dozen municipalities.

Kane County Sitting On $7M Surplus Of Coronavirus-Relief Funds

Kane County would still have about $7 million in federal funding if it approved all grant applications it received, according to a report.

Election Complaint Hotline To Open Nov. 3 In Kane County

Officials are asking people to report any potentially illegal election activity, including denial of voting rights and electioneering.

Ballot Tracking To ‘Increase Voter Confidence’ In Election: Clerk

Voters who sign up for the service can receive notifications about where their ballot is after putting it in the mailbox.

Unemployment Up 134% In Kane County Since August 2019

The coronavirus drove Kane County’s unemployment rate to 9.6 percent in August, up from 4.1 percent a year ago.

$10M Grant Program To Support Small Biz, Nonprofits In Kane Co.

Kane County officials are expected to soon begin accepting applications from small businesses and nonprofits for coronavirus-relief grants.

Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Kane County

ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Kane County from voting.

Kane County Coroner Passes Audit With 'Outstanding' Score

The coroner's accreditation is good for another 5 years.

​Geneva Council Appoints 2nd Ward Alderman

The new alderman fills the seat left vacant in the July resignation of Mike Clements.

Kane Co. Eyes $10M Grant Program For Small Businesses, Nonprofits

Some businesses and organizations could be eligible for grants of up to $20,000 if the Kane County Board authorizes the program.

Early Voting In Geneva Starts Sept. 24: See Where To Vote

Residents can vote at the Kane County Clerk’s Office in Geneva starting Sept. 24.

Free Drive-Thru Flu Shot event is Sept. 2 in North Aurora

Mark your calendars! The free Drive-Thru Flu Shot event Sept. 2 is hosted by Sen. Jim Oberweis and Rep. Keith Wheeler.

Mark your calendars for Sept. 2 Drive-Thru Flu Shot event!

Sen. Oberweis and Rep. Wheeler to host free Drive-Thru Flu Shot event Sept. 2 in North Aurora

Geneva Homeowners Eligible For $15K Mortgage Relief Grant

The Illinois Housing Development Authority is accepting applications through Sept. 4 from homeowners affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

Letter to editor about ethics reform by Senator Jim Oberweis

Senator Oberweis questions the timing of the Senate Democrats' ethics reforms

Ugaste: Government officials need to stop appeasing illegal acts

State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) issued the following statement calling for an end to the appeasement illegal behavior.

Geneva Tenants Can Apply For $5K Grant To Pay Rent Amid Pandemic

The Illinois Housing Development Authority is accepting applications for its emergency rental assistance program through Aug. 28.

Businesses Seek Slice Of Kane County’s Coronavirus Relief Funds

County officials are working out how to distribute $93 million in federal coronavirus funding, and local businesses hope they're included.

Mail-In Ballots Now Available For Kane County Voters

Kane County voters do not need to provide a reason for requesting a vote-by-mail ballot for the Nov. 3 election.

Board Awards $97K To Officer Injured In Delnor Hospital Attack

The Kane County Board voted to settle a workers' compensation claim brought by a former corrections officer injured in the May 2017 attack.

Kane County Sends $34M In Coronavirus Relief To Communities

Under the plan approved Tuesday, Kane County is set to keep 55 percent, or about $51 million, of its federal coronavirus-relief funding.