U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Naperville, has proposed $1.2 million in federal funding which, if approved, could support efforts to expand Metra rail from Elburn to DeKalb.

St. Charles East and Kaneland baseball ended their three-game conference series in big ways, with both teams securing a sweep with 10-run victories. That and more local results from Wednesday in the Kane County sports roundup.

Celebrating the Baker Community Center’s 100th anniversary is an opportunity to celebrate its legacy and those who have helped ensure its continued use, the St. Charles Park District writes.

A person was airlifted via helicopter following a vehicle crash in Hampshire involving the vehicle rolling over multiple times before trapping the person inside.

For 14 years in Batavia and 50 years in West Chicago, Pal Joey’s Restaurant has been a “fabric of the community.” But the final Batavia location will close in a matter of days.

St. Charles police say there is no threat to the public after a bank robbery.

Making her first career varsity start, Shannon Reid scored the lone goal in the 19th minute to help St. Charles North take a 1-0 victory over Batavia in a Tri-Cities matchup.

Makayla Van Dinther tossed a five-hit shutout to lead St. Charles East softball over Wheaton-Warrenville South, and more results from Tuesday in the KCC roundup

Tyler Fecht, who picked up the save with an inning of work during the Blackhawks’ 2-0 win over Bartlett on Monday, returned to the mound Tuesday and tossed a four-hit complete game in West Aurora’s 3-1 victory.

The St. Charles Public Library will host a presentation of “The Presidents Club” for adults featuring professor Gary Midkiff.