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Police say attackers called her a slur. Why aren’t the suspects charged with a hate crime?

By Susan Sarkauskas and Charles Keeshan
May 23, 2025 5:15 am - A young woman was badly beaten May 13 at a Carpentersville restaurant, after police said her attackers called her a derogatory name based on her sexual orientation. The suspects have not been charged with a hate crime.
Plan your next adventure with the 2025 guide to Summer Fun

Daily Herald staff report
May 21, 2025 12:06 pm - The Daily Herald's 64-page Summer Fun guide offers ideas for local outings like concerts, festivals, exhibits, and getaways this season across the Chicago area and Illinois.
Kane County releases youth-led report on mental health priorities and recommendations

Submitted by Kane County Health Department
May 20, 2025 5:04 pm - Kane County students identify key mental health issues including discrimination, cyberbullying, teacher bias, and lack of emotional regulation skills in report outlining targeted strategies.
Delta Dental of Illinois partners with food bank to nourish children and promote well-being

Submitted by Northern Illinois Food Bank
May 20, 2025 4:17 pm - Delta Dental employees volunteer to pack dental hygiene kits for children facing food insecurity through Northern Illinois Food Bank's Backpack Program, which also received a $15,000 grant from Delta Dental.
Census estimates show suburbs rebounding from previous population declines

By Jake Griffin
May 18, 2025 9:00 pm - After years of steady population declines, the U.S. Census Bureau’s latest estimates show most suburbs regaining residents.
Former Kane treasurer’s office employee switches party, announces plan to challenge ex-boss

Brenda Schory
May 18, 2025 3:40 pm - Candida “Connie” Cain on Saturday declared her intent to seek the Democratic nomination in the March 17, 2026 primary for Kane County treasurer. A Certified Public Account from Gilberts, Cain had worked for current Treasurer Chris Lauzen as director of financial operations from May 2023 until he fired her Nov. 22.
Drivers urged to stay off roads in Illinois amid dust storms

By Ava Miller
May 16, 2025 7:04 pm - Illinois officials are urging people not to travel amid dust storm warnings across parts of the state, including much of the Chicago area.
‘Education and enforcement’: Why you can expect to see more police on Route 59 today

By Charles Keeshan
May 09, 2025 5:30 am - Police departments across the suburbs — from Wauconda up north to Naperville down south and nearly everywhere in between — are teaming up for a regional traffic safety initiative all day Friday along the Route 59 corridor.
Batavia Depot Museum marks 50 years since opening in restored train station

By Dave Heun
May 09, 2025 5:00 am - In 1973, Batavia's train depot was moved to its current location, sparking redevelopment. Its 50th anniversary as the Batavia Depot Museum is celebrated in a new exhibit about the depot's history.
Northern Illinois Food Bank names new chief philanthropy officer

Submitted by Northern Illinois Food Bank
May 08, 2025 11:03 pm - Colleen Ahearn was appointed as chief philanthropy officer at Northern Illinois Food Bank, leading fundraising, marketing, and volunteer engagement efforts across a 13-county service area.

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