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Area offers everything, even the Kitchen Sink
A biker passes through Bennett Park on the Fox River Trail in St. Charles on Friday.
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Otto: If you care, leave those baby animals there
While some might think that baby animals need the help of humans, the truth is that the majority do not.
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TriCity Family Services presents: 'A Layperson's Guide to Mental Illness'
In hopes of de-stigmatizing mental illness and create further awareness, TriCity Family Services will present an educational seminar, "A Layperson's Guide to Mental Illness." Attendees will learn what mental illness is, how prevalent it is nationally and locally, the economic impact of untreated mental illness,and what they can do to end the stigma ... (more)
Lottery determines Senate terms for November election
Less than six months before Election Day, candidates vying for state Senate seats found out exactly how long they'll be serving if they win election.
Major road in St. Charles closed due to gas leak
A section of Route 31 in St. Charles is closed through the evening to repair a gas main nicked by a construction crew, according to St.
Traffic Alert: Road Crew Hits Gas Main on Route 31 in St. Charles; Detour to Silver Glen and Randall
A construction crew struck a gas main at the intersection of Route 31 and Red Gate Road at around 1:30 p.m. Friday, causing a Route 31 road closure and detour.
Fourth grade teacher to retire after 35 years
ST. CHARLES – Stephanie Potts, 24, doesn't remember her fourth-grade year well, but she certainly remembers her teacher.
St. Charles 18-Year-Old Cited for 'Violation of Controlled Substance Act' at Geneva High School
Geneva police arrested Janee Spencer, 18, of St. Charles on charges of possession of a controlled substance around 11:20 a.m. May 10 at Geneva High School, 416 McKinley Ave., reports said.
'Art of 9: Two' takes over Norris Gallery
ST. CHARLES – “Art of 9: Two” is the newest art gallery exhibit at the Norris Gallery, 1040 Dunham Road, in St.
Fulfilling One's Civic (Jury) Duty
On Tuesday, I spent a morning fulfilling my civic duty, though I did not, sadly, get to fulfill a dream of actually sitting on a jury.
Slice of life: Teacher helps to mold safe drivers
St. Charles North driver's education teacher Rob Prentiss gives instruction Wednesday during a behind-the-wheel session.
Happy reunion for St. Charles man, dog
Tank, a blond Pomeranian, gave his owners Mark and Linn Lewis a scare Sunday when he disappeared from their boat while cruising the Chicago River.
St. Charles man plays hero to a baby ducks
ST. CHARLES – Justin Kibler cannot imagine just walking past an injured animal in need of help.
St. Charles Police to Stake Out Donut Shops for Special Olympics Illinois
Hundreds of law enforcement officers from throughout the state will stake out Dunkin' Donuts rooftops to benefit Special Olympics Illinois beginning 5 a.m.A Friday, June 1. St.
City Gears Up to Continue Fight Against Emerald Ash Borer
The battle against Emerald Ash Borers continues in St. Charles. The St. Charles Government Operations Committee approved a contract worth up to $500,000 with Skyline Tree Service for removing 1,000 trees infected by the insect in St, Charles.
First U.S. Optimex Line Lets Film Processor Return to Its Roots
For the last 10 years or so, Bema Inc., Elmhurst, Ill., has focused on printing, opting to buy film from other producers.
Authorities Arrest Burglary Suspects
A two month investigation by St. Charles police and two other departments resulted in charges of burglary for two adults and a juvenile from West Chicago.A Police charged Edgar R. Aguilar, 21, of 609 E. Blair Street in West Chicago, and a 14-year-old West Chicago youth were charged with burglary in Kane County.
St. Charles Youth Spells Way Through to Bee Semifinal
Daniel K. Oster of St. Charles has advanced to the semi-finals of the 2012 Scripps National Spelling Bee .
Police Blotter: Officers Respond to Two DUIs
St. Charles Police handled two DUIs over a two-day period earlier this month. A Brian Garret Leh On May 18 officers pulled Brian Garret Leh of Elgin on the 900 block of Randall Road after he was observed traveling at a high rate of speed, according to a report filed by the St.