Kane County News
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Shoppers flock to malls for Black Friday, even with changes in hours, capacity limits
Nov 26, 2021 8:50 PM - Suburban bargain hunters flocked to the malls for Black Friday shopping, even with changes in hours and capacity limits. The No. 1 challenge this year was not said to be pandemic restrictions, foot traffic or sales dollars; it was the lack of labor. -
Oak Point University instructor offers information and first aid tips during National Epilepsy Awareness Month
Nov 26, 2021 6:35 PM - November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month, and education about the disorder and seizure first aid knowledge is needed. Epilepsy is a neurological condition that affects the nervous system and is known as a seizure disorder. In fact, one in 10 people will have a seizure during their lifetime. -
Aurora extends free leaf collectionNov 26, 2021 2:31 PM - The late change in seasons means leaves are falling slower than usual. Consequently, Aurora residents will have more time to rake leaves and tidy up their yards.
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Naperville advocate for the homeless to speak Nov. 30
Nov 26, 2021 12:54 PM - Naperville resident Diane Nilan, an author, filmmaker and fulltime advocate for the homeless, will speak on her mission at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30. -
Just Food Initiative seeking donations, volunteers on Giving Tuesday Nov. 30Nov 26, 2021 12:52 PM - The Batavia-based Just Food Initiative of the Fox Valley, a nonprofit committed to building sustainable and just food systems, is hosting its first Giving Tuesday campaign.
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Support AID's 60 years of service to the community on Giving Tuesday Nov. 30
Nov 26, 2021 12:43 PM - Help celebrate 60 years of the Association of Individual Development's community services by helping to raise $60,000 on Giving Tuesday Nov. 30. -
District 303 school board to continue to discuss board vacancy
Nov 26, 2021 12:29 PM - The St. Charles Unit District 303 school board will meet in closed session again on Monday to discuss filling the vacancy on the board following last month's resignation of former board member Carolyn Waibel.
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What suburban stores are doing in hopes you give them a Small Business Saturday boost
Nov 26, 2021 6:50 AM - Small store owners in the suburbs say they are looking forward to this year's Small Business Saturday. "It is almost bigger than Black Friday for us," a Libertyville boutique owner says. -
Suburban lawmaker says there's a 'war on police.' Will his proposals help?
Nov 26, 2021 5:30 AM - The number of assaults against poice officers grew substantially last year, according to FBI data. To state Rep. Marty Moylan, it shows there's a "war on police officers" happening, and it's leading not only to more attacks on cops but also to more crime in the suburbs.
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Hoffman Estates extends outdoor dining through another winter
Nov 26, 2021 6:00 AM - Hoffman Estates' relaxed regulations that have allowed restaurants to host outdoor dining during the pandemic without the usual restrictions will continue through at least May 31 instead of expiring on Dec. 31, as had been originally planned.
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