Woman Guilty In Sex Assault Case In Kane County

Maricela Garcia was found guilty of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, aggravated battery of a child and domestic battery.

1 Injured In Weekend Shooting In Elgin

The cause of the Saturday night shooting remains under investigation.

Former Prosecutor Nabbed For DUI, Leaving Crash: Police

Debra Conforti, a former Kane County assistant state's attorney, was arrested after the crash in St. Charles.

Homeless Man Beat Juvenile At Football Field In St. Charles: Police

Anderson Contreras, 21, faces aggravated battery charges following the incident Friday afternoon in St. Charles.

Hundreds Sue, Alleging Sexual Abuse At IL Youth Detention Centers

Three lawsuits filed Monday detail abuse from 1996 to 2021, including allegations of rape and beatings by staff.

Man Scaled Public Works Fence, Stole Truck, Crashed Through Gate: Cops

A 44-year-old St. Charles man now faces several charges for the Wednesday night incident.

St. Charles Fire Chief Retires

Scott Swanson will be retiring from the St. Charles Fire Department in the next month.

1 Person Hit, Killed By Freight Train In Kane Co.: Police

Authorities have not released the name of the person killed after being hit by a freight train in Rutland Township Tuesday afternoon.

St. Charles Fire Department Plans Open House For Sept. 28

The open house will run from noon to 3 p.m. on Sept. 28 at fire station number 1, 112 N. Riverside Avenue in St. Charles.

St. Charles Man Faces Guns, Weapons Charges

Michael T. Sund was arrested last week after police recovered several guns, including three machine guns.

1 In Custody After Shots Fired In St. Charles: Police

An Aurora man faces charges for accidentally firing a gun while walking in St. Charles Wednesday.

SUV Collides With Bus In Kane County

The collision happened at about 6:40 a.m. when a Kaneland School District 302 bus was transporting three students in Maple Park.

Kane Co. Man Gets 19 Years For Harassing, Stabbing Man At Bar

Jason Ostrego, 30, of Bartlett has been sentenced for attacking a Black man at an Elgin bar in 2022.

Coroner Called To West Chicago Crash Scene: Authorities

The crash happened near North Avenue and St. Charles Road in West Chicago Friday evening.

No One Injured In House Fire On Royal Fox Drive

The blaze broke out Tuesday morning at the home in St. Charles.

Several On NIU Bus Injured In Kane Co. Crash; 1 Critically Injured

A 25-year-old St. Charles woman suffered serious injuries after her car collided with the bus in Virgil Township.

St. Charles Man, 31, Killed In Head-On Crash Into Utility Pole: Cops

The crash happened on Route 64 near Anderson Road in St. Charles Township early Friday, police said.

Coroner IDs Man Killed By Train In Kane County

The man was fatally hit by the train on the railroad tracks at County Line Road in Maple Park on Monday afternoon.

Woman, 20, Critically Injured In Kane County Crash

The 20-year-old Geneva woman suffered multiple traumatic injuries and the 19-year-old driver was also injured.

No-Refusal Anti-DUI Initiative Held St. Paddy's Day Weekend

The Kane County State's Attorney's Office and local police agencies will team up to make the initiative possible.

Beloved Kane Co. Sheriff's Police Dog Dies

Arko's handler, Lt. Michael Wilgosiewicz, said the explosive detection K9. would "do anything to keep me safe."

1 Dead In Fiery Crash After Police Chase In Kane County

The collision happened in the 50W700 block of Ramm Road near Maple Park on Tuesday night.

Police Looking To Speak With Man Over Report

The St. Charles Police Department is asking the public to share any information regarding the man pictured above.

Man Accused Of Driving Into Squad Car, Injuring Deputy Faces Charges

Indalecio Munoz, of the 1100 block of Madison Boulevard in Marseilles, now faces several charges.

Chiropractor Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Patient

David A. Williamson faces criminal sexual assault charges in Kane County.

After 6 Months On Paid Leave, Campton Hills Police Chief Resigns

Former police chief Steven Miller sent a two-sentence email announcing his resignation to village officials in Campton Hills.

St. Charles Officers Save Possum Hanging Off Bridge: Police

Two officers helped get the possum off the Prairie Street Bridge last week.

$425K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold In Bartlett

Residents who purchased a ticket at Mr. Quik-Ezz on New Year's Eve should check it to see if they have a winner.

2 Children Injured After Mom Drives Drunk, Crashes Car: Police

Lisa Tegeler faces several charges, including her third DUI, for allegations she drove drunk over the weekend in Kane County.

St. Charles Man Charged With Possessing Child Porn

Christopher Hinman, 44, remains behind bars following his arrest.

Teen Charged In Crash That Killed 2 South Elgin H.S. Students

Aanomeya Jacquline D. Henry, 17, of Elgin faces reckless homicide and aggravated driving under the influence charges.

Anti-DUI Initiative Planned For New Year's In Kane County

The Kane County State's Attorney's Office will partner with police agencies in the county to crack down on drunken drivers.

Andy's Frozen Custard Opens In St. Charles

The business opened on Wednesday at 2630 E. Main Street.

1 Charged In High-Speed Chase, Crash In St. Charles

A man was taken into custody following the Tuesday afternoon collision.

St. Charles Man Who Accidentally Shot Geneva Man Gets Prison: Reports

He will serve up to four years in prison and pay $22,528 in restitution, the Daily Herald reported.

Serious Crash Causing Traffic Delays In St. Charles

The collision happened Tuesday afternoon happened at Crane Road between Silver and Bolcum roads.

Woman Sentenced For Killing Boyfriend With Car At Former Pheasant Run

Kathleen Vulpitta, formerly of River Grove, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.

Fire Damages St. Charles Home

No one was injured in the blaze reported early Tuesday on Hillcrest Avenue.

Bicyclist Hit By SUV, Killed In St. Charles: Police

A 61-year-old St. Charles man has died in a collision that happened Tuesday night in the 1300 block of West Main Street.

Kane County Police Plan Anti-DUI Detail Halloween Weekend

Kane County police agencies are work with prosecutors on an impaired driving abatement initiative this weekend.