Streamwood's bier event of the season, Hoosier Grove Barn & Brew Oktoberfest, returns to the campus of Hoosier Grove Barn, 700 W. Irving Park Road, Streamwood, from 1-5 p.m.on Sunday, Sept. 22.

The city of St. Charles has decided not to move forward with the review process for the proposed 2,000-unit Charles Farm development after receiving pushback from residents and neighbors the proposal.

The Union Pacific “Big Boy” No. 4014 steam locomotive rolled through the western suburbs Monday morning to the delight of railroad enthusiasts and casual observers alike.

Opponents of a proposed roughly 1,900-home development made their feelings known to the St. Charles Plan Commission on Wednesday as it reviewed the concept plan.

Elburn Village President Jeff Walter says he was surprised to see media reports about a developer’s plans for 970 acres outside of St. Charles.

Places like Anderson Humane Wildlife Center in South Elgin, or rehabber Kane Area Rehabilitation and Education (KARE) for Wildlife in St. Charles can go only as far as volunteer help and donated supplies can take them.

St. Charles Kiwanis Club members take up positions at four Dunkin' Donuts, three Starbucks, two Jewel locations in St. Charles and one in Elburn from Thursday to Sunday, Sept. 5-8.

St. Charles Mayor Lora Vitek officially announced she will run for reelection for a second term in 2025.