We've walked by the new Geneva Public Library at 227 S. Seventh St. with much curiosity as to when - and how - it might open. The library opened its doors this week "by reservation," meaning those who want to browse, check out materials or use the c...

As part of the National Census Surge Week, Aurora, Elgin and cities in Kane County are joining forces to literally make some noise about the importance of completing the 2020 Census. With lights, sirens and horns activated, a caravan of vehicles fro...

During a typical summer heat wave, community centers, libraries and other government buildings often serve as a safe haven for Aurora residents seeking air-conditioned relief. But the coronavirus poses an unusual challenge this year, as most of the ...

Face masks. One person per household. Don't handle the produce until you've paid for it. Oh, and leave the pooch at home. These are some of the new rules farmers market shoppers will face this season due to COVID-19 precautions. For many markets bei...

Community residents seek positions on plan commissions or run for city council because they want to have a say on how the community grows and serves its residents. It's a noble gesture at any local government level and, at the same time, one of the ...

The city with the highest 2020 census self-response rate among U.S. municipalities of 140,000 residents or more lies within the suburbs. It's Naperville. Naperville's self-response rate of 75.1% topped all other cities in the nation that meet the 1...

It would make sense for a restaurant owner to say the past several weeks have been difficult because of the coronavirus shutdown. But it would be quite surprising to hear one say, in the next breath, that he opened another one right in the middle of...

Residents and community leaders are organizing meal deliveries. School districts and colleges are donating personal protective equipment. Baked goods are left at the door, and handwritten thank-you notes are placed on cars. As the number of COVID-19...

CHIP IN Batavia has rescheduled its seventh annual Prom Dress Giveaway, slated for March 21, to Saturday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Batavia Public Library. Closer to the date, check chipinbatavia.org or www.facebook.com/chipinbatavia/ f...