Jeans and a Cute Top Shop closes its St. Charles location after 15 years
Jeans and a Cute Top Shop closed its popular St. Charles location after 15 years, allowing the owner to consolidate the business into her Wheaton store and bring her St. Charles manager along for the transition.
Geneva moves to add security cameras at city hall, police station, and public works
Geneva officials recommended installing security cameras at city hall, the police station, and the public works facility, closing coverage gaps that staff say have caused issues in the past.
Illinois governor's housing plan puts Batavia mayor — and other suburbs — on alert
Gov. Pritzker's proposal for the state to override local residential zoning laws has Batavia's mayor and the Metropolitan Mayor's Caucus organizing opposition — and even a trip down to Springfield.
Elburn plans additional water tests after PFAS detection
Elburn officials are retesting the village's drinking water after notifying residents that the state detected a PFAS compound above recommended reporting levels in a village well.
Local creative powerhouse Ellen Ljung has built a life in art and advocacy
Longtime Tri-Cities creative Ellen Ljung continues to shape the local arts and nonprofit community through her award-winning glasswork, published books, wearable art, and decades of volunteer service around the Tri-Cities.
The 2026 Downtown Batavia Restaurant Guide is now available
Batavia MainStreet has released its 2026 Downtown Batavia Restaurant Guide, spotlighting 35 local bars, cafés, and restaurants to help residents and visitors plan their next meal out.
March 2 Newsletter: Vintage Shop Hop weekend approaches
Plus plans are progressing for Batavia's new downtown plaza, election resources as the March 17 Primary approaches, and a mysterious headstone in Geneva.
