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Passenger Airlifted After Kane County Rollover Crash

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A passenger was flown to a hospital after a rollover crash in Kane County over the weekend, sheriff’s officials said.

Kane County Illinois DeskOct 29, 2026

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Kane Forest Preserve District Buys 33 Acres in Sugar Grove

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The purchase expands Kane County’s second-oldest forest preserve with 33 acres of woods in Sugar Grove.

Kane County Illinois DeskOct 23, 2026

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Woman found dead after Kane County house fire

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The Kane County sheriff’s office said a woman was found dead after a house fire in an unincorporated area of the county.

Kane County Illinois DeskOct 14, 2026

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Kane County Sheriff removes Mill Creek Flock cameras

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The Kane County Sheriff’s Office removed Flock cameras from the Mill Creek subdivision near Geneva after residents requested their removal.

Kane County Illinois DeskOct 7, 2026

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Kane County Board censures Chair Corinne Pierog

Local government

The Kane County Board censured Chair Corinne Pierog over allegations that she disclosed confidential information.

Kane County Illinois DeskOct 2, 2026

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Geneva seeks bird photos after Bird City designation

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Geneva is asking residents to share bird photographs after the city received Bird City Illinois recognition.

Kane County Illinois DeskSep 26, 2026

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Central Kane League to host candidate forums Sept. 22-23

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The League of Women Voters of Central Kane County is scheduling candidate forums on Sept. 22 and 23 ahead of the Nov. 3 election.

Kane County Illinois DeskSep 22, 2026

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Customers address Illinois American Water rate hike in Bolingbrook

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Illinois American Water customers spoke at a Bolingbrook hearing about a proposed rate increase.

Kane County Illinois DeskSep 18, 2026

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Kane County Confirms Second Measles Case

Health

Kane County has confirmed a second measles case as an out-of-state train passenger with measles passed through O’Hare.

Kane County Illinois DeskSep 12, 2026

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Aurora launches solar power program for some residents

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Aurora has launched a solar power program that could reduce utility costs for some residents.

Kane County Illinois DeskSep 6, 2026

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Kane County Highlights Food Resources During Hunger Action Month

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Kane County is marking Hunger Action Month by drawing attention to food resources available in the community.

Kane County Illinois DeskSep 5, 2026