Open Roads ABATE train fun run
Thirty-three people pose for a photo at a train fun run sponsored by Open Roads ABATE April 11.
Joliet Catholic girls soccer team aiming for a strong finish
By Bobby Narang The Joliet Catholic High School girls soccer team is aiming for a strong finish this spring. The Angels have been in a rebuilding mode since winning two games in 2024. They started four freshmen in hopes of building toward the future. In 2025, the Angels took a
Snow White and Seven Dwarves, for the real world
Musings: •The Sins of Donald J. Trump (chapter 19). He has: Laid the foundation of putting his name on the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, complete with imaging and a slogan; Appointed Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, to the board of the Air Force Academy, which
Reader’s Commentary: Peace is possible, action was required by Trump in Iran
By Bela “Bill” Suhayda Peace is possible in this world when, unlike NATO, we act to bring it about. Peace has come to the Middle East with the surrender of the Iranian Mullahs and the establishment of Donald Trump’s Abraham Accords. Peace can come to America with the eviction of
Pet of the Week: Moxie: Cute and affectionate
Moxie is female Ibizan Hound mix who is two-years-old. Moxie is the perfect blend of playful and affectionate, always ready for belly rubs, cuddles, and all the attention you can give. With her cute looks and loving personality, she wins hearts instantly. She gets along wonderfully with other dogs and
Unfit to govern: 25th Amendment needed for the U.S.
By John & Nisha Whitehead One week after posting a profanity-laced Easter message threatening to wipe out the entire civilization of Iran, Donald J. Trump, the 47th president of the United States, spent the night of April 12 and into the early morning hours unleashing a barrage of AI-generated images,
A Focus on History: April 23 through April 29
April 23 Brian Boru, the high king of Ireland, is assassinated by a group of retreating Norsemen shortly after his Irish forces defeat them. – 1014. Historians believe legendary English dramatist and poet William Shakespeare is born in Stratford-on-Avon on this day in 1564, the same day he died in
Aurora Youth & Family Resource Fair
The City of Aurora government’s Youth Services division is excited to announce the return of the Youth & Family Resource Fair! Taking place Thursday, April 23 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Avenue, the free, annual event will bring together more than
Illinois House lawmakers pass many bills: Rent, junk fees
By Jenna Schweikert, Brenden Moore, Ben Szalinski, and Nikoel HytrekCapitol News Illinoisnews@capitolnewsillinois.com The Illinois House approved legislation April 8 that would prohibit the federal government from operating a new immigration detention center within 1,500 feet of any home, school, day care center, park, forest preserve, cemetery or place of worship.
State education officials present $10.9B budget request
By Peter HancockCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com State education officials presented their case this week for a $10.9 billion budget to fund preK-12 public schools for the next fiscal year, saying the Evidence-Based Funding formula that has been in place for nearly a decade is now paying dividends. “Graduation rates are at
Just Shave it 2026, Pediatric Cancer Awareness April 26
Just Shave It 2026, Sunday, April 26, from noon to 3 p.m. at Pollyanna Brewing Company, 106 S. Riverside Ave. in St. Charles, will bring participants together to shave or cut their hair to honor and support kids with cancer. Participants will raise money by asking family and friends to
Reader’s Voice: U.S. currency and concerns about data
March 29, 2026Dear editor; I recently heard Donald Trump announced he is having his signature put on paper currency. There also will be a new minted gold coin bearing his head shot. Of course, headshots or portraits of living presidents are not allowed in current legal code. One has to
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley’s Annual ‘Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes’ Golf Outing June 6; Diabetes Club of Fox Valley’s Annual ‘Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes’ Golf Outing June 6
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley hosted Quilts of Valor’s presentation at their April membership meeting, held at Oak Street Restaurant, in North Aurora. DCFV vice president of programs, Chuck Nelson, introduced guest speaker, Donna Bohr, for Quilts of Valor Foundation. Donna, spoke briefly about Quilts of
Aurora Children’s Bicycle Rodeo April 25
Kick-off spring with a fun, hands-on morning at the Aurora Children’s Bicycle Rodeo from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 25, at Resurrection Lutheran Church and School, 2567 W Sullivan Rd., Aurora. Kids can participate in an interactive riding course that practices important bike skills in a safe, supervised
Joliet Symphony final concert April 25-26
The Joliet Symphony Orchestra (JSO) is pleased to announce the final concert set of its 2025-2026 Season, titled “Scintillating”, Saturday, April 25 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 26 at 4 p.m.. Both performances will take place in Sexton Auditorium, in the Harold & Margaret Moser Performing Arts Center on the University of St. Francis
Kane County Earth Day tree & shrub planting
Celebrate Earth Day by helping plant 500 native trees and shrubs Saturday, April 18 at 10 a.m. sharp at Fabyan Forest Preserve, 517 E. Fabyan Parkway, Batavia. Parking is available behind the Recycling Center, off Fabyan Parkway. No registration required. The event will take place rain or shine. Volunteers will
Día del Niño Aurora, April 18
In partnership with the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board, everyone is invited to a wonderful day of family fun, community resources, from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 18, at West Aurora High School (Veterans Field House, Commonwealth Ave.) Activities include: Book giveaways, Arts and crafts, performances, games and inflatables,
Kifowit advances legislation supporting veterans, oversight
State representative Stephanie Kifowit (D–Oswego), a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, passed two pieces of legislation in the Illinois House April 8 aimed at supporting veterans and strengthening oversight of programs that serve them. House Bill 4336 expands and clarifies the types of building-related fees that are waived for veterans with
Hanson-backed bill to improve consumer savings
As prices of everyday essentials continue to rise across the country, State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, is working to provide some immediate relief to Illinois customers by passing a new measure to ensure discounts offered by businesses are honored or easily accessible. “Right now, every penny counts,” said Hanson. “There