While federal funding has run dry for the study to remove the downtown dam in St. Charles, the city is considering a resolution to clarify its position of keeping the waterway impoundment. The resolution is being discussed during a May 18 city meeting.

The city of St. Charles is currently staring down a water deficiency of 500,000 gallons per day. This is despite a recent well project being completed and another one approaching its finish in 2027. The search is already beginning for a new drinking water well.

Pulte Homes has proposed a 93 single-family home and 12 townhome units subdivision plan in St. Charles at the former-industrial site of Applied Composites. The developers are asking for $3M in financial incentives and are refusing to build any affordable housing units on-site.

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce recently named the recipients of its 2026 Inspire Scholarships.

Luis Maldonado, who opened Ikal Y Sanse in Campton Hills last August, bought a second Mexican eatery, Barrio Taqueria & Cocina in Carol Stream. The spot even offers a special limited menu for dogs

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the grand opening of Savia Cafe and Bakery.

St. Charles North's Nolan Macholz delivered a two-run single with the bases loaded in the fourth inning, providing the North Stars with some insurance during their eventual 13-8 DuKane Conference baseball win over Lake Park Saturday in Roselle.

State Sen. Cristina Castro, D-Elgin, will offer a community shredding event and food drive for residents to dispose of old documents and support a local food pantry.

The Association for Individual Development will hold its 2026 AID Summer Stroll and Roll for community members to support its services for residents with developmental, behavioral, and crisis needs.

Geneva Public Library District Outreach Coordinator Lexy Rodriguez received an Inclusivity Impact Award at the annual Rising Lights Project Gala May 9.