$282.5M District 303 Referendum Heads To St. Charles Voters

The Nov. 3 ballot question would fund school repairs, additions, accessibility upgrades, CTE space and a new St. Charles North field house.

Lou Malnati’s St. Charles Opening Targeted For Late October

The 71st location of the Chicago pizza chain will be the first to feature elements of its new brand refresh, company officials said.

Lou Malnati’s Coming To St. Charles This Fall, Hiring 100 Workers

Chicago-style pizza chain is now accepting applications for servers, cooks, bartenders and other positions ahead of opening.

St. Charles Scarecrow Contest Extends Entry Deadline

Businesses, organizations, families and individuals have until Sept. 22 to enter the annual downtown St. Charles competition.

Fox Haven Square Construction Underway In St. Charles

Simple EJ’s, Fire + Wine and Rosebud Steakhouse have received temporary certificates of occupancy.

South 3rd Street To Close For Watermain Work

Daytime and overnight closures are planned Sept. 14 to 15 at the Indiana Street intersection.

Measles Outbreak Prompts Warning For Northern IL Travelers: Health Officials

A measles outbreak in nearby southwestern Wisconsin has prompted a warning from Illinois health officials.

Ice Skating Path, Shops Among Ideas For Old St. Charles Police Station Site

City officials and the park district are considering several options for the vacant Fox River property, officials said.

St. Charles Lottery Ticket Wins $550K Lucky Day Lotto Jackpot

The winning ticket was sold at a Shell station on Main Street during Labor Day weekend.

Norris Wednesdays @ One Event Series Returns to Baker Community Center

Free-Admission Programs Feature Jeff Hunt, Terry Lynch, Charles Troy

Kane County Marks Hunger Action Month, Highlights Food Resources

Health officials and community partners are raising awareness about food insecurity.

St. Charles Jazz Weekend Returns With 50+ Performances Across 29 Venues

The four-day event will feature live jazz throughout downtown St. Charles, including performances at the 1st Street Plaza.

Rabid Bat Found In Kane County For First Time Since 2024

The bat was found Aug. 16 in the backyard of a home in unincorporated St. Charles, officials said.

Pheasant Run Redevelopment Plan Rejected By St. Charles Committee

Aldermen rejected a revised proposal for the former resort site amid concerns.

St. Charles Bowl Celebrates 65 Years With Anniversary Event

Longtime Fox Valley bowling center plans a day of bowling, trivia, prizes and giveaways.

Kane County’s Great Orb Hunt Returns With 150 Hidden Treasures

Handcrafted glass and ceramic orbs will be hidden at three locations Sept. 10-30.

Kane Co. School Reopens After Measles Exposure Prompted E-Learning Day

Students return Wednesday as health officials monitor potential exposures and district verifies vaccination records.

St. Charles School Lunch Prices Climb Amid Inflation, Rising Supply Costs

District 303 cites higher food, supplies and operating costs as lunch prices rise from $2.50 to as much as $4.50 since 2019-20.

Kane Co. Man Charged With 44 Counts Of Child Sexual Abuse Material

Prosecutors allege Jeremy Batterman used artificial intelligence to create sexually explicit images and videos involving minors.

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.

Kane County Sheriff Remains Away From Work, Reason Unclear

Undersheriff Amy Johnson has continued overseeing the department as officials decline to discuss the sheriff’s ongoing absence.

Kane Co. Board OKs $2.3M Property Tax Levy Increase

The increase will help fund the county’s $402.9 million budget and reduce its reliance on cash reserves.

Future Of St. Charles Fox River Dam Remains Uncertain As Federal Study Stalls

The Army Corps of Engineers has paused its study of Fox River dams.

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.

Norris 2026-27 Concert, Event Season to Celebrate Baker Community Center Centennial

Two-time Grammy Award winner Howard Levy to open Fall season on October 17

St. Charles Retailer Showcases Paintings By Japanese-American Internment Camp Survivor

Three paintings by the late artist and NIU professor are being offered at a St. Charles shop.

St. Charles Utility Billing Office Closing Temporarily For System Updates

Office will close at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, with online payments still available during the outage.

St. Charles Mayor Selected For Prestigious Edgar Fellows Program

Clint Hull is one of 41 Illinois leaders chosen for the bipartisan leadership initiative founded by former Gov. Jim Edgar.

New Immersive 'Christmas On The Fox' Holiday Pop-Up Coming To St. Charles

Nashville's popular St. Nicky's creators will transform Pollyanna Brewing into a festive riverside Christmas village beginning Nov. 19.

Port Authority - live on the Outdoor Rooftop

Port Authority- live on the Joliet Museum's Outdoor ROOFTOP on Friday, August 7th at 7pm (doors open 6:15pm)

St. Charles Awards $700K To Expand Mental Health and Support Services

Twenty-one nonprofits and community organizations will receive funding through the city's Community 708 Mental Health Board.

Fox Den Cooking To Celebrate Expansion With Grand Opening

The upcoming event will feature giveaways, class discounts and a look at the business's newly expanded space.

‘Rusty Rodeo’ Returns To Fox River To Battle Invasive Crayfish

The free family event lets residents wade into local waters and help remove harmful Rusty Crayfish.

St. Charles Considers New TIF District For 7th Street Redevelopment

A proposed Seventh Street commons project would bring more than 100 homes to a long-vacant property, city officials said.

St. Charles Baseball Standout Jayden Lobliner Drafted By St. Louis Cardinals

The University of San Diego catcher was picked in the ninth round.

Kane Co. Forest Preserve Adds 220 Acres Of Rare Wetlands, Woodlands

The Hampshire Township property includes endangered species habitat, historic oak woodlands and plans for future trails and public access.

No News, Yet, On Rescheduled Fireworks In St. Charles

The fireworks had been slated to start at dusk at Langum Park on July 4, according to the city's website.

‘Mother To All’: Woman Found In Fox River Remembered For Caring Spirit

Amanda Flick, 41, died from drowning, according to preliminary results from an autopsy. Her body was recovered on July 1.

Body Pulled From Fox River ID'd As St. Charles Woman

The 41-year-old's body was found Wednesday evening.