News
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US tariffs are having an uneven effect on holiday prices and purchases
Dec 15, 2025 2:06 pm - Along with the unpredictable tariffs, stubborn inflation and weak hiring have shaken consumer confidence in the U.S. economy.
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Sugar Grove woman sues village over injuries from sidewalk fall
Dec 15, 2025 1:11 pm - A Sugar Grove woman who was injured after she tripped on a section of uneven sidewalk filed a lawsuit against the village seeking more than $150,000 in damages and legal costs, records show.
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Frigid temperatures affecting Salvation Army’s Red Kettle fundraising campaignDec 15, 2025 1:02 pm - The Salvation Army is making a plea to the public to make online donations as severe winter weather conditions have affected their annual Red Kettle fundraising campaign.
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Fire officials urge following these safety tips this holiday season
Dec 15, 2025 12:53 pm - As holiday celebrations ramp up, Illinois fire officials are urging families to make fire safety a priority, citing new data showing that candles and decorations placed too close to heat sources remain leading causes of home decoration fires.
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Increased St. Charles tax levy needed to fund pensions, inflation for services, officials say
Dec 15, 2025 12:01 pm - The city of St. Charles approved a $15.4 million 2025 property tax levy, an increase over last year, in a plan officials said is meant to help pay for rising costs of services due to inflation and first responder pensions.
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Indian Prairie District 204 welcomes next superintendentDec 15, 2025 11:21 am - John Price introduced himself Monday night as the next superintendent of Indian Prairie Unit District 204 with a teachable moment.
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Survey says Buffalo Grove residents feel safe, approve of police performanceDec 15, 2025 11:18 am - An overwhelming majority of Buffalo Grove residents feel safe in their homes and neighborhoods, and believe their village’s police department is meeting their expectations, according to a recent community survey.
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Rolling Meadows offering free CO detectors to residents in needDec 15, 2025 11:18 am - The Rolling Meadows Fire Department, in partnership with the Meijer Store in Rolling Meadows, is offering free carbon monoxide detectors to residents in need.
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Hilton Garden Inn in St. Charles under new ownership, will host banquets and weddings
Dec 15, 2025 11:18 am - A St. Charles hotel is under new ownership and plans to open a hotel bar.
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Dog rescued from icy pond near St. CharlesDec 15, 2025 11:14 am - A dog should give a wag of thanks to the rescuers who pulled it out of an icy pond Monday near St. Charles.