Lexi Majkszak's two-run home run in the first inning provided a jolt for St. Charles East, which went on to secure a 10-0 win in five innings over Lincoln-Way Central.

“The Fly Girls of World War II” is a presentation on Women Airforce Service Pilots, or WASPs, offered by the Batavia Park District and Depot Museum.

Students at Vanguard Gifted Academy in Batavia recently participated in the Great Backyard Bird Count to help Cornell Lab of Ornithology researchers track bird populations globally.

The St. Charles Public Library Foundation will hold its annual 2026 Golf Gala After Hours to support the foundation and its mission to enhance the library’s programs and services.

Nathan Napolitano allowed just one hit and no earned runs over four innings and Scott Gillen had three hits at the plate to help Waubonsie Valley win its season opener 6-2 over St. Charles East.

Batavia softball put up eight runs in the fourth inning in a win against Metea Valley, while the baseball team hit eight doubles in a win over Plainfield South. That and more results from Monday in the Kane County Chronicle sports roundup.

Column: April is shaping up to be a vibrant month in Batavia, highlighted by the Batavia Chamber of Commerce’s signature celebration, Inspire 2026!, along with opportunities to connect, volunteer, and support local businesses, writes Shirley Mott of the Batavia Chamber.

A 22-year-old woman was taken into custody Saturday in connection with a car crash that killed a St. Charles man last year, according to court documents and jail records.

Batavia community turns out to support District 101's Women's History Month Facebook post about Delaware lawmaker Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender person elected to Congress.

The Kane Forest Preserve Foundation will hold its annual native plant sale to promote biodiversity, support local systems, and foster sustainable gardening practices.