Batavia
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World-renowed organist bringing Bach, gospel to historic Elgin church May 8Apr 29, 2026 4:32 pm - On Friday, May 8, internationally acclaimed organist Alcée Chriss III will perform at First Congregational Church in Elgin. The concert will feature works by Bach, Rameau, Price, Reger, and his own gospel hymn improvisations.
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Loaves & Fishes joins in 34th annual Stamp Out Hunger food driveApr 29, 2026 3:47 pm - The 34th annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive takes place Saturday, May 9, with postal carriers collecting nonperishable food donations left by mailboxes before 11 a.m. for Loaves & Fishes Community Services.
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‘None of us could count straight’: Batavia Great Dane gives birth to surprising litter of 19Apr 29, 2026 11:39 am - A family in Batavia just welcomed a litter of 19 Great Dane puppies — all born alive and healthy. The litter is believed to be one of the largest known live Great Dane litters locally.
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In full bloom: Must-visit flower festivals this spring and summerApr 29, 2026 11:21 am - From tulip-lined fields to sprawling lilac gardens, the Midwest bursts into color each spring with festivals that celebrate nature at its most vibrant.
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Skull prompts Kane Forest Preserve police to open death investigation; more bones foundApr 28, 2026 7:20 pm - Officers searching a Kane County forest preserve on Sunday after a skull was found there discovered additional bones that may be human, investigators announced Tuesday.
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Home & garden calendar, April 28 to May 9Apr 28, 2026 2:16 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like the New Perennial Movement and “Controlling Garden Marauders.” Also, the popular Lilac Sale, plant sales, and wildflower walks.
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Authorities ID Warrenville man who died in I-88 shooting after police pursuit into DeKalb CountyApr 28, 2026 7:40 am - Authorities on Tuesday identified the man killed after a police confrontation involving gunfire on Interstate 88 after a multi-county chase that ended in Maple Park.
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Westbound I-88 closed at Route 47 after chaseApr 27, 2026 4:48 pm - Police have shut down westbound I-88 at Route 47 near Maple Park for an investigation after a chase.
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High Five: What’s ahead this week on the prep sports scene?Apr 27, 2026 4:41 pm - High Five: This edition of the High Five looks at the upcoming week in prep sports.
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Batavia police: Person robbed during motorcycle saleApr 27, 2026 3:07 pm - Batavia police are reporting that a person was robbed of a motorcycle they were selling Sunday night.