Restaurant, Couple To Match $40K In Donations To Salvation Army

Colonial Cafe is teaming up with a St. Charles couple to match up to $40,000 in donations Saturday for Salvation Army's "Kettle Match Day."

As Puppy Scams Peak, Adopt Instead At A Shelter Near St. Charles

A spike in pet scams continues amid the COVID-19 pandemic and as the holidays approach in St. Charles.

Operation Santa: Send A Letter From St. Charles To The North Pole

Many kids could go without gifts this Christmas. The Postal Service’s Operation Santa program wants your help keeping Santa’s magic alive.

Free Coffee For Front-Line Workers At Starbucks In St. Charles

Starbucks will offer free coffee for all front-line workers through the end of 2020.

99 Percent Of Residents Surveyed Say St. Charles Is An Excellent Or Good Place To Live

Survey respondents also feel St. Charles is safe, clean and well maintained.

City Buildings Temporarily Closed

City buildings are closed temporarily and no in-person transactions are being conducted.

Thanksgiving 2020 Grocery Store Hours In St. Charles

Where can you pick up those last-minute Thanksgiving staples in St. Charles? Find out here.

St. Charles Giving Tuesday Is Dec. 1

"If you are able, consider these local giving opportunities."

St. Charles Small Business Saturday Is Nov. 28

Now more than ever our local businesses need your support.

City Buildings Closed To The Public Starting Nov. 30

City Council and Committee meetings will continue to be conducted via Zoom.

Blue Goose, Meijer: St. Charles Thanksgiving Grocery Store Hours

Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Thanksgiving staples from grocery stores in St. Charles.

City Announces Plans For Safe Holiday Homecoming Event

A virtual tree lighting and socially-distant Santa visit are on the agenda.

Local Mayors Deliver COVID-19 Safety Message

Mayors of St. Charles, Elgin, Geneva and Batavia discuss the importance of staying vigilant against the pandemic.

U.S. Department Of Labor Recognizes The City For Hiring Veterans

The City of St. Charles was presented with the HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Award for the third consecutive year.

St. Charles Holiday Events: What's Your COVID-19 Exposure Risk?

What are the chances you'll be exposed to the coronavirus at Thanksgiving dinner or a holiday party?

Record COVID-19 Surge | Jail Sergeant Charged | More Restrictions

Coronavirus cases, hospitalizations spike; Kane County jail supervisor facing felonies; New restrictions imposed: Week in Review: Nov. 9-15

On World Kindness Day, Close The Meal Gap In St. Charles

Families in Kane County continue to struggle to put food on their tables as the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic deepens.

Coat Drive To Help Kids, Adults Leaving Kane Co. Jails In Winter

Two local organizations will collect winter clothing Saturday to support people leaving the Kane County jail and juvenile detention center.

City Offices Closed For Thanksgiving Holiday

St. Charles offices will be closed Nov. 26.

Additional Outdoor Dining Space In St. Charles Continues Through November

The City Council voted to extend the expanded outdoor dining program through Nov. 30.

Soroptimist Seeking Applicants for Educational Grant

Soroptimist International of Suburban Chicago announces grant for women pursuing a BA, MA, or PhD

How To Trick-Or-Treat Safely In St. Charles

Fun and creative ideas have been shared for celebrating Halloween while social distancing in St. Charles.

Rare Halloween Blue Moon: A Reason To Howl In St. Charles

If you’re not already howling in support of pandemic first responders in St. Charles, the blue Halloween hunter’s moon is a good excuse.

St. Charles Fall Fun: Pumpkin Patches, Spooky Stories

There’s still time for fall fun in St. Charles. Head out to pick some pumpkins and explore local haunts.

Closed Portion Of First Street Reopens

The area had been closed since May 29 to allow for outdoor seating and dining options.

Ways To Help On Make A Difference Day In St. Charles

Donating time or resources to your local food bank is recommended.

5 Things To Know On World Food Day 2020 In St. Charles

World Food Day 2020 is Oct. 16. Here’s what you should know about global food insecurity and how you can help in St. Charles.

City Administrator Mark Koenen To Retire In May

Koenen was appointed administrator in 2013 after serving 23 years as Director of Public Works.

5 Ways To Fall For Autumn In St. Charles

Celebrate fall by volunteering at a food bank, then peer at fall leaves, visit a pumpkin patch, carve a jack-o’-lantern and bake up a storm.

Scarecrow Stroll To Bring Safe Scares To St. Charles This Weekend

The Scarecrow Stroll will replace the St. Charles Business Alliance's Halloween festival this year due to coronavirus-related restrictions.

Coronavirus Cases Top 1K | No 3rd Term For Mayor | Trump Rally

City's case total climbs past 1,000; Mayor won't seek re-election; Thousands support Trump in St. Charles: Week in Headlines Sept. 28-Oct. 4

IDPH Issues Halloween COVID-19 Guidelines

"If you do not feel comfortable handing out candy this year, simply turn off your porch lights."

Darryl Strawberry To Headline Services At St. Charles Church

The former MLB All-Star is set to speak this weekend about his successful career and his issues off the field.

1st MLB Start | Business Pivots Amid Pandemic | Unemployment Up

Former Saint makes first MLB start; Aviation supplier changes paths; Kane Co. unemployment dwarfs Aug. 2019: Week in Headlines Sept. 21-27

Hawk Ford To Distribute Free Masks Monday In St. Charles

The dealership on East Main Street is set to hand out free masks from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday as part of Ford PPE Day.

Best St. Charles-Area Pumpkin Patches 2020

Head out and pick out that pumpkin and enjoy the many fall attractions St. Charles-area pumpkin patches have to offer.

CDC Issues Halloween Covid Guidelines

"Halloween is not a City-sponsored event - please use your best judgement regarding whether or not to have your children trick-or-treat."

Volunteer tutors needed

Safety measures have been put in place

St. Charles North Grad Honored For Saving Neighbor’s Life

Mary Kate Phillips was hailed as a hero after saving her young neighbor from choking earlier this year.

D303 Rally Planned | COVID-19 Deaths Rise | Jail Clear Of Virus

Families to demand in-person learning; Coronavirus deaths on the rise this month; Outbreak under control: Week in Headlines Sept. 14-20