St. Charles Election Packets Available Friday

Residents interested in running for five alderman seats or city clerk can pick up nomination packets starting Aug. 21.

3 St. Charles Park District Seats Up For Election In 2027

Candidates can begin picking up election packets Aug. 18, with petitions circulating beginning Aug. 25 and filing opening Nov. 16.

St. Charles Addresses Noise Complaints After Kane County Fairgrounds Event

The city said amplified music continued past the time allowed under the event's permit Saturday night.

St. Charles Facing 500,000-Gallon Daily Water Shortage, Officials Say

City officials say an additional water source is still needed as demand continues to outpace supply.

Forest Preserve Considers Selling $500 Parcels Along Fox River in St. Charles

Each parcel has been appraised at $500 and could be auctioned off later this spring.

St. Charles Public Works To Host Open House May 2

The event at 1405 S. 7th Avenue will feature tours, demonstrations and family activities.

St. Charles Eyes Nearly 50% Increase In Water, Sewer Bills Over Three Years

If approved, water and sewer rates would rise gradually over three years to help cover rising costs and maintain city infrastructure.

9 Election Day Complaints Reported In Kane County Primary

Most reports involved electioneering concerns, campaign signs and voting procedures, officials said.

Marter Projected To Win Republican Primary In IL 14th Congressional District: Election 2026: AP

The Associated Press called James Marter as the projected winner of the Republican primary in Illinois's 14th Congressional District.

St. Charles Voter's Guide: Everything You Need To Know Before Tuesday's Primary

Key races, polling locations and voting tips for St. Charles residents ahead of the March 2026 primary.

St. Charles 2026 Primary Election Guide: Who's Running, What You Need To Know

The Illinois primary is March 17. Here is everything you need to know to cast your vote in St. Charles.

Marter, Vician To Vie For Republican Nomination In 14th Congressional District Of IL: Election 2026

James Marter and Gary Vician are hoping to land the Republican nomination to face off against incumbent Lauren Underwood.

City Eyes Downtown Revamp to Ease Congestion, Support Bikers

The city is seeking approval for a $99,245 planning contract with Civiltech Engineering to study potential improvements.

Election Security Discussed By Kane County Clerk Candidates

The primary election will be held on March 17.

Funding Opportunity Opens for Kane Co. Community Reinvestment

The Kane County Office of Community Reinvestment has opened applications for the 2026 Grand Victoria Riverboat Fund.

St. Charles Nixes 3 Standing Committees, Adopts Committee of the Whole Model

The St. Charles City Council is transitioning to a Committee of the Whole structure for its standing committees.

"No Kings" Protests Around Kane County Saturday: What To Know

"No Kings" protests will be held throughout Illinois Saturday in opposition to the Trump administration.

Texas Lawmakers Among 400 Evacuated From St. Charles Hotel Amid Bomb Threat

"Threats of violence" were made against the lawmakers who were staying at the St. Charles hotel and conference center.

Upgrades Planned For These St. Charles Streets This Summer

The city's street rehabilitation project gets underway this week, city officials said.

Lora Vitek Concedes; St. Charles Gets New Mayor

Incumbent Lora Vitek faced challenger Clint Hull, a retired judge, in Tuesday's local election.

Vitek Vs. Hull: St. Charles Mayoral Candidates In 2025 Election

Incumbent Lora Vitek faces challenger Clint Hull, a retired judge, in Tuesday’s election.

St. Charles Mayoral Candidates Sound Off On Priorities

Incumbent Lora Vitek faces challenger Clint Hull, a retired judge, in this spring's local election.

Early Voting Gets Underway In Kane County

Election Day is Tuesday. This election voters can cast their ballot at any polling place in Kane County on Election Day.

St. Charles Mayoral Race: Clint Hull Candidate Questionnaire

There are two candidates vying for the city of St. Charles mayoral seat.

St. Charles Mayoral Race: Lora Vitek Candidate Questionnaire

There are two candidates vying for the city of St. Charles mayoral seat.

Unwind Wednesdays Could Return To St. Charles This Summer

Unwind Wednesday, a popular downtown concert series, dissipated before the pandemic. The revived event could make its return in June.

Candidate Forums Planned For City Council, Mayoral Races

A candidate forum for the St. Charles Mayor and City Council is planned for 6 p.m. on Jan. 29 at the St. Charles Public Library.

Pass Or Fail: 2024 Chicago-Area Referenda Draw Voters To Polls

From multimillion-dollar bond issues to tax hikes, here's a roundup of results from referenda that passed or failed in suburban counties.

Voters OK Kane County Forest Preserves Upgrades; Referendum Passes

More than 122,000 voted in favor of the proposition to increase the limiting rate, and 86,611 voted "no," according to unofficial results.

St. Charles Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

Early voting dates, how to register and how to vote by mail.

St. Charles Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

Early voting dates, how to register and how to vote by mail.

Kane Co. Candidates Square Off At Bilingual Candidate Forum

Elgin Community College will host its first-ever bilingual candidate forum Thursday.

League Of Women Voters To Host Candidate Forum

The forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 9, at Batavia City Hall, 100 N. Island Avenue, Batavia.

Jamie Mosser: Kane County State's Attorney Candidate Profile

Jamie Mosser is running for Kane County State's Attorney in the upcoming election.

Theresa E. Barreiro: Kane Co. Circuit Clerk Candidate Profile

Andrew Sosnowski​ is running for Kane County State's Attorney in the upcoming election.

Andrew Sosnowski: Kanę County State's Attorney Candidate Profile

Andrew Sosnowski​ is running for Kane County State's Attorney in the upcoming election.

Kane County Forest Preserves Referendum To Appear On Ballot

If the referendum passes, the added cost to property taxes would be about $35 per year for residents living in homes valued at $350,000.

St. Charles Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

Early voting dates, how to register and how to vote by mail.

Prairie Street To Close As Construction Starts

New water and sanitary sewer mains will be installed on Prairie Street from Randall Road to South 13th Street starting next week.

Volunteers Sought To Test Out City Of St. Charles New Website

City officials are looking for up to 30 volunteers to go to the city’s draft site and test it out.