All about that new roundabout art in Woodstock — and the artist's response to critics
There’s no missing the new artwork that’s been installed in the center of a roundabout in Woodstock.
Aurora mayor, Paramount announce deal for 2026 support
Aurora has announced that it will include $2 million for the Aurora Civic Center Authority in the city’s 2026 budget to help fund operations at the Paramount Theater, several other theaters, and an arts school.
After public polling, District 214 may scale back potential referendum ask
Survey data shows public support for a potential $400 million referendum for facility upgrades in Northwest Suburban High School District 214, but some school board members remain skeptical about a tax increase passing at the ballot box.
T. rex replica goes to head of class at Conant
A replica of the head of a nearly 70-million-year-old fossil is fueling curiosity among James B. Conant High School students. The Tyrannosaurus rex Norm’s skull was brought to the school this week on loan from the Field Museum’s Harris Learning Collection.
Man gets 48 years for shooting pregnant woman
A Chicago man who shot a pregnant woman in 2022 has been sentenced to 48 years in prison.
'Not a big burden': Parking fee on summer concert nights at Independence Grove to double to $20
The parking fee on summer concert days at Independence Grove Forest Preserve near Libertyville will double next season to $20 per vehicle.
Elgin man charged with DUI after drinking tequila in front of deputies who responded to crash
An Elgin man was charged Thursday after authorities said his SUV crashed in a corn field east of Sycamore, and when they responded to the crash, he drank out of an open tequila bottle in front of sheriff’s deputies.
Hoffman Estates man charged with possession, dissemination of child pornography
Following a two-month investigation, authorities charged a 26-year-old Hoffman Estates man with possession and dissemination of child pornography.
Central Road rebuild will cause detours for Rolling Meadows students, residents
Central Road in Rolling Meadows will be reconstructed and resurfaced, including portions near Rolling Meadows High School and other facilities.
'Belief in the limitless potential of our kids': Boys and Girls Club turning old school into Impact Center
The sounds of learning will return next year to a former school in Carpentersville, as the Boys and Girls Club of the Northwest Suburbs transforms it into an Impact Center, where middle schoolers and teens learn life, leadership and career skills.