The Kane County Office of Emergency Management will hold a community meeting for nonprofits, faith-based organizations, service agencies, businesses and community groups to learn about the office’s Disaster Ready Kane initiative.

Dedicated by one of St. Charles' most famous sons and biggest philanthropists in 1926, the Baker Community Center turns 100 this year, which will be marked with a May 1 celebration.

Residents of St. Charles might be sensing some sticker-shock on upcoming utility bills. The city is projecting $417 million in sewer and water improvements over the next decade. To help cover the costs, the city is eyeing utility rate increases for rate payers over four years.

Outdoor track and field season is almost here. Here are the 2026 Kane County Chronicle girls track and field previews.

Mya Leon scored the tying goal as St. Charles East played to a 1-1 draw with St. Viator on Thursday.

Mya Leon scored the tying goal as St. Charles East played to a 1-1 draw with St. Viator on Thursday.

St. Charles North had no lack of offense during a double header, recording 19 runs over the two games to secure the sweep. Plus more results from 'across the country in Thursday's Kane County Chronicle sports roundup.

Traffic is expected to be congested along Kirk Road in the St. Charles area starting the week of April 6 as workers close lanes throughout the construction zone.

The Kane County Health Department will continue its Parent Cafés this year with a new focus on encouraging fathers and other male caregivers to participate.

A woman was charged with several felonies in connection with the hit-and-run death of a motorcyclist in St. Charles late Wednesday, April 1, according to police and jail records.