Election Central 2015
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Local
March 5, 2015 - 4:48 pm
In Focus: Family affair
It occurred to me during the final minutes and seconds of the IHSA Class 3A regional game between Aurora Central Catholic and Marmion Academ ...
Columns
March 5, 2015 - 7:32 pm

AAA Schejbal Insurance Agency holds ribbon-cutting
St. Charles Chamber of Commerce and city of St. Charles officials assist in cutting the ribbon to AAA Schejbal Insurance Agency, at 1350 E. ...
Business
March 5, 2015 - 7:32 pm

Women's History Month highlights accomplishments, contributions
A suffragette-era dress on a mannequin in the window of the St. Charles History Museum illustrates the 75-year battle for women’s voting rig ...
Local
March 5, 2015 - 7:34 pm

Women to perform in ‘Shrek’ to benefit local charities
AURORA – The Aurora Junior Woman’s Club, together with Aurora Children’s Dental Service, will present “Shrek: An Ogre’s Tale” on Friday, Mar ...
Neighbors
March 5, 2015 - 4:55 pm
From sub-compacts to forklifts, mechanics multitask at Geneva Repair Shop
If you can make a cupcake, you can make a cake, as the skills needed are similar. Just like Seith Swanson, who can repair a Volkswagen Beet ...
automotive
March 5, 2015 - 11:33 am

Doctor reviews autopsy of Kathleen King
ST. CHARLES TOWNSHIP – A forensic pathologist's testimony in the Shadwick King trial today included details about bruises and the blood-alc ...
Local
March 5, 2015 - 7:31 pm
Allie
DOB 1/18/12 My name is Allie and I am about 2 1/2 years old and I am a very intelligent pup! There have been SO many guesses of what I m ...
Photos
Nov. 6, 2014 - 6:50 am

Chicago Bears free-agent spotlight: Brian de la Puente
With free agency set to open March 10, we'll shine the spotlight on several Bears free agents and examine each player's likelihood to retur ...
Bears
March 5, 2015 - 2:35 pm

St. Charles Kiwanis to be grand marshal at St. Patrick's Parade
ST. CHARLES – St. Charles Kiwanis, branched from Kiwanis International, will serve as grand marshal for the 16th annual St. Patrick’s Parade ...
Local
March 5, 2015 - 7:14 pm

From A to Z: Park District Programs Offer Something for Everyone
If one wanted to take a stab at fencing or shake off some pounds through Zumba, belly up to the barre for ballet or limber up with yoga, the ...
A&E
March 3, 2015 - 11:21 am
Crime mugs for March 2015
The charges against the individuals listed are not a proof of guilt. A defendant is presumed innocent and is entitled to a fair trial in ...
Photos
March 4, 2015 - 9:54 am

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Women's History Month highlights accomplishments, contributions
A suffragette-era dress on a mannequin in the window of the St. Charles History Museum illustrates the 75-year battle for women’s voting rights. But i ...
March 5, 2015 - 7:34 pm
Kane County prepares for possible state budget cuts
GENEVA – With a potential $4 million revenue shortfall on the horizon, Kane County leaders are taking steps to protect the county's financial health.
March 5, 2015 - 7:16 pm
Election Central 2015
Welcome to your source election candidate profiles, editorial questionnaires and more. For more information on a race, click the position name.
March 5, 2015 - 4:48 pm
Illinois RiverWatch Network offering training to become 'citizen scientists'
The Illinois RiverWatch Network is offering Illinois citizens and educators the chance to train to become "citizen scientists" and join the network of ...
March 5, 2015 - 3:33 pm
Norris Recreation Center to celebrate 40th anniversary this weekend
ST. CHARLES – Those interested can celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Norris Recreation Center at an open house, which will take place Friday, Marc ...
March 5, 2015 - 3:30 pm
Doctor reviews autopsy of Kathleen King
ST. CHARLES TOWNSHIP – A forensic pathologist's testimony in the Shadwick King trial today included details about bruises and the blood-alcohol conce ...
March 5, 2015 - 7:31 pm
St. Charles Kiwanis to be grand marshal at St. Patrick's Parade
ST. CHARLES – St. Charles Kiwanis, branched from Kiwanis International, will serve as grand marshal for the 16th annual St. Patrick’s Parade, which wi ...
March 5, 2015 - 7:14 pm
Taste of the Town: New Batavia gastropub spotlights wings
BATAVIA – Crosstown Pub and Grill’s fiery chicken wings have earned such a reputation that they have been featured on the Travel Channel.
March 5, 2015 - 7:11 am
Face Time with Mike Coughlin
Aurora resident Mike Coughlin, 38, was working at Cigtechs vapor shop in St. Charles when he answered 10 questions for the Kane County Chronicle's Bre ...
March 5, 2015 - 5:30 am
Property taxes, trust among issues in Batavia School Board race
BATAVIA – Whether Batavia School District 101 can lower property taxes was one of the issues tackled Tuesday by candidates running for the district’s ...
March 4, 2015 - 9:23 pm

Duber: North grad Gray pitches in with Pitt swimming
Everything was going well for Spencer Gray this season. And then ran into some bad luck.Gray, a form ...
March 4, 2015 - 10:14 pm
St. Francis boys basketball falls to Glenbard South in regional semifinal
AURORA – St. Francis boys basketball player Daniel Malek took an elbow above the eye in the second quarter on Wednesday, a wound that required a hospi ...
March 4, 2015 - 10:13 pm
Kaneland boys basketball holds on to beat Burlington Central
BURLINGTON – A red-hot third quarter, an ice-cold fourth quarter – it didn’t matter for the Kaneland boys basketball team.
March 4, 2015 - 10:13 pm
Druley: North leadership torch headed for Hammer
GENEVA – Griffin Hammer’s name fuses a mythical creature with perhaps the most blunt tool known to mankind.
March 4, 2015 - 10:11 pm
DiLeonardi, St. Charles East boys basketball knock St. Charles North out of regional
GENEVA – The St. Charles East boys basketball team has rained 3-pointers on opponents all season.At ...
March 4, 2015 - 10:10 pm
Schwab: Geneva’s Wagner to quench ‘thirst’ at AU
When the Geneva football team walked off the field after its Class 7A quarterfinal playoff loss to Cary-Grove, senior offensive lineman Joey Wagner wo ...
March 3, 2015 - 11:17 pm
Athlete of the Week, St. Charles North junior swimmer Joe Myhre
Joe Myhre, St. Charles North, Junior, Boys swimmingWhy he was selected:Earned four medals at Saturda ...
March 3, 2015 - 11:18 pm
ACC boys basketball upsets rival Marmion in regional semi
AURORA – Mac Cowen repeated the phrase “unbelievably clutch” several times Tuesday night.With his Au ...
March 3, 2015 - 11:17 pm
Geneva’s inside game dooms DeKalb
GENEVA – Dealing with Geneva’s enormous frontcourt is a whopping challenge for all of the Vikings’ opponents.
March 3, 2015 - 11:16 pm
Watch live: Geneva-DeKalb regional semifinal
Watch live: Geneva and DeKalb boys basketball meet in a 4A regional semifinal at Geneva at 7 p.m., via High School Cube.
March 3, 2015 - 4:08 pm

AAA Schejbal Insurance Agency holds ribbon-cutting
St. Charles Chamber of Commerce and city of St. Charles officials assist in cutting the ribbon to AAA Schejbal Insurance Agency, at 1350 E. Main St., ...
March 5, 2015 - 7:32 pm
Tavern In The Hills holds ribbon-cutting
St. Charles Chamber of Commerce and city of St. Charles officials join in cutting the ribbon to Tavern In The Hills, at 40W188 Campton Crossing in Cam ...
March 3, 2015 - 7:17 pm
A booming business: Changing the face of the tattoo industry
BATAVIA – Elizabeth Doyle didn’t even flinch as Fallen Star Tattoo artist Anthony Burkhead started to tattoo the character Stripe from the movie “Grem ...
March 4, 2015 - 2:12 pm
Geneva Chamber of Commerce Business hosts after hours event
Inger Britt (left) of Summers Real Estate networks with Kim Byrne of KimberleeB Photography during a Geneva Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours e ...
Feb. 26, 2015 - 5:34 pm
Chit Chat: Businesses combine love of wine, painting
GENEVA – Geneva Park District Executive Director Sheavoun Lambillotte took a sip of wine as she went about putting the finishing touches on the cobble ...
Feb. 26, 2015 - 5:30 am
Ribbon-cutting held for FreshGround Roasting
The Geneva Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting Feb. 19 for FreshGround Roasting, 321 Stevens St., Suite N, in Geneva. City of Geneva Mayor Kevin ...
Feb. 25, 2015 - 8:58 pm
Radiant Raw Foods Inc. holds ribbon-cutting
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Feb. 25, 2015 - 8:57 pm
Maple Park family named Illinois Pork Producer Family of the Year
MAPLE PARK – A Maple Park family, whose members have produced pork for three generations, received honors this month from the Illinois Pork Producers ...
Feb. 24, 2015 - 11:07 pm
Loving to live actively with fellow seniors
Living with your daughter or son and their spouse has its plusses, but such a lifestyle also has plenty of disadvantages too.
Feb. 23, 2015 - 12:35 pm
25N Coworking hold ribbon-cutting
Geneva Chamber of Commerce officials, Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns (far right) and 25N Coworking associates join Mara Hauser (center), founder and CEO of ...
Feb. 20, 2015 - 9:52 pm

Fox Valley Presbyterian Church to host Brazilian feast
GENEVA – The Third Friday Community Dinner at Fox Valley Presbyterian Church in Geneva will be a Brazilian feast.
March 5, 2015 - 4:55 pm
Geneva woman honored in Michigan apple recipe contest
GENEVA – Amateur cooks from all over the U.S. entered their favorite apple dish in the Michigan Apple Committee’s Amateur Recipe Contest, which took p ...
March 5, 2015 - 4:53 pm
Women to perform in ‘Shrek’ to benefit local charities
AURORA – The Aurora Junior Woman’s Club, together with Aurora Children’s Dental Service, will present “Shrek: An Ogre’s Tale” on Friday, March 13, and ...
March 5, 2015 - 4:55 pm
Taft Built, Cal’s Angels team up
Taft Built, a family-owned, home renovating and building company based out of South Elgin, is giving back to the community by teaming up with Cal’s An ...
Feb. 27, 2015 - 2:54 pm
Granquist Music Competition registration underway
Registration has begun for the Granquist Music Competition, one of the largest music competitions in Illinois.
Feb. 26, 2015 - 5:01 pm
Joan Knows: Now and then
Sooner or later it all connects. This particular tale of connection began with a telephone call fro ...
Feb. 26, 2015 - 5:00 pm
Nominees for service academies announced
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin recently released the names of the men and women who were nominated to attend four of the nation’s service academies.
Feb. 20, 2015 - 10:29 am
Marklund’s Egyptian-themed Top Hat Ball a success
Marklund’s Top Hat Ball, “An Evening Along the Nile,” broke past fundraising records for the organization with nearly 550 guests helping to raise $540 ...
Feb. 20, 2015 - 10:27 am
St. Charles Kiwanis Club to host Rose Day fundraiser
The St. Charles Kiwanis Club will host its annual Rose Day fundraiser, beginning Tuesday, Feb. 17. ...
Feb. 12, 2015 - 4:41 pm
Joan Knows: Will you be mine, valentine?
Would you be my Valentine? There is a long tradition of setting aside that special day to deal with ...
Feb. 12, 2015 - 3:53 pm

Letter: Is Obamacare working?
To the Editor:The Republican party seems dedicated to trying to destroy Obamacare. In the House ther ...
March 3, 2015 - 11:31 pm
Letter to the Editor: On the edge
To the Editor:We are on the edge of a new proxy war with Russia that can quickly spin out of control ...
March 2, 2015 - 10:47 pm
Sound Off: It's not all about the students
The following is what our readers sounded off about this week: It's not all about the students Kan ...
March 2, 2015 - 8:06 am
Letter: The only acceptable result
To the Editor:On Feb. 26 the Federal Communications Commission will vote to either save net neutrali ...
Feb. 25, 2015 - 12:00 am
Letter: Where are the role models?
To the Editor:It’s unfortunate for the Jackie Robinson West team and their young players that their ...
Feb. 23, 2015 - 10:29 pm
Sound Off: The ones running this town
The following is what our readers sounded off about this week: Running this town I am responding t ...
Feb. 23, 2015 - 8:12 am
Letter: Stopping the Trans-Pacific Partnership
To the Editor:Do you know about the Trans-Pacific Partnership? Are you doing everything in your powe ...
Feb. 19, 2015 - 10:16 pm
Letter: Truly humbled
To the Editor:I am truly humbled by the community of St. Charles for standing behind one of its own. ...
Feb. 17, 2015 - 8:19 pm
Letter: Getting the real truth
To the Editor:As a 32-year resident of what is now Campton Hills, I am very pleased with its develop ...
Feb. 16, 2015 - 10:32 pm
Sound Off: Congratulations, Steve Martin
The following is what our readers sounded off about this week: Congratulations I just wanted to sa ...
Feb. 16, 2015 - 8:28 am

Women to perform in ‘Shrek’ to benefit local charities
AURORA – The Aurora Junior Woman’s Club, together with Aurora Children’s Dental Service, will present “Shrek: An Ogre’s Tale” on Friday, March 13, and ...
March 5, 2015 - 4:55 pm
Marmion drama club to stage ‘Footloose’
AURORA – This weekend, the Marmion Academy Drama Club will present its spring musical, “Footloose.” ...
March 5, 2015 - 12:04 pm
Fox Valley Orchestra to present Spanish-infused concerts in Batavia, Aurora
The Fox Valley Orchestra will perform a Spanish-infused show – “España!” – on Saturday, March 7, and Sunday, March 8, in Batavia and Aurora.
March 5, 2015 - 11:59 am
Taste of the Town: New Batavia gastropub spotlights wings
BATAVIA – Crosstown Pub and Grill’s fiery chicken wings have earned such a reputation that they have been featured on the Travel Channel.
March 5, 2015 - 7:11 am
Irish pub to celebrate final St. Patrick’s Day as McNally’s
ST. CHARLES – This St. Patrick’s Day will be the last for McNally’s Traditional Irish Pub in downtown St. Charles.
March 4, 2015 - 6:45 pm
The Write Place: Rooms and reminiscing
From the time I was 5 years old until about a month ago, I shared a room with my now seventh-grade sister, Annika. My bed was on one side of the room; ...
March 4, 2015 - 6:21 pm
Irish pub to celebrate final St. Patrick's Day as McNally's
ST. CHARLES – This St. Patrick's Day will be the last for McNally's Traditional Irish Pub in downtown St. Charles.
March 4, 2015 - 8:10 am
From A to Z: Park District Programs Offer Something for Everyone
If one wanted to take a stab at fencing or shake off some pounds through Zumba, belly up to the barre for ballet or limber up with yoga, there’s a con ...
March 3, 2015 - 11:21 am
When the snow hits, the St. Charles Park District plow crew and sidewalk crew know they better get up early.
According to Jeff Goodrich, assistant superintendent of parks, whenever it snows, the plow team knows to arrive by 5 a.m. The team is responsible for ...
March 2, 2015 - 1:59 pm
Good Natured: Birds leave plenty of evidence
Anyone who’s ever kept a bird feeder in their yard knows that anything and everything can show up to take advantage of the free offerings. Large mamma ...
Feb. 27, 2015 - 8:14 pm

Face Time with Mike Coughlin
Aurora resident Mike Coughlin, 38, was working at Cigtechs vapor shop in St. Charles when he answered 10 questions for the Kane County Chronicle's Bre ...
March 5, 2015 - 5:30 am
Face Time with Tom Kucek
Crystal Lake resident Tom Kucek, 30, was working at Cigtechs vapor shop in St. Charles when he answered 11 questions for the Kane County Chronicle's B ...
March 4, 2015 - 5:30 am
Face Time with Charlie Ford
Elburn resident Charlie Ford, 28, was at the Batavia Orchid Society show when he answered 11 questions for the Kane County Chronicle’s Brenda Schory. ...
March 3, 2015 - 5:30 am
Face Time with Candace Pastore
Naperville resident Candace Pastore, 63, was at the Batavia Orchid Society show when she answered 10 questions for the Kane County Chronicle’s Brenda ...
Feb. 28, 2015 - 5:30 am
.Face Time with Jim Hennen
North Aurora resident Jim Hennen, 57, was at the Batavia Orchid Society show when he answered 11 questions for the Kane County Chronicle’s Brenda Scho ...
Feb. 27, 2015 - 5:30 am
Face Time with Larry Sexton
Batavia resident Larry Sexton, 65, was at the Batavia Orchid Society show when he answered 12 questions for the Kane County Chronicle's Brenda Schory. ...
Feb. 26, 2015 - 5:30 am
Face Time with Mary Beth Hennen
North Aurora resident Mary Beth Hennen, 59, was at a Batavia Orchid Society event when she answered 12 questions for the Kane County Chronicle's Brend ...
Feb. 25, 2015 - 5:30 am
Face Time with Jorge Torres
Des Plaines resident Jorge Torres, 57, was working as a jeweler at The Diamondaire in St. Charles when he answered 10 questions for the Kane County Ch ...
Feb. 24, 2015 - 5:30 am
Face Time with Lauren Stallings
St. Charles resident Lauren Stallings, 32, was at her business, The Diamondaire in St.Charles, when she answered 11 questions for the Kane County Chro ...
Feb. 21, 2015 - 5:30 am
Face Time with Katie Kritzberg
St. Charles resident Katie Kritzberg, 28, was working at Sweet Natalie’s Gluten-Free Bakery in Geneva when she answered 11 questions for the Kane Coun ...
Feb. 20, 2015 - 5:30 am

Kane County prepares for possible state budget cuts
GENEVA – With a potential $4 million revenue shortfall on the horizon, Kane County leaders are taking steps to protect the county's financial health.
March 5, 2015 - 7:16 pm
Sheriff, coroner team up for anti-heroin forum
BATAVIA – Two Kane County officials are teaming up to help those whose lives have been affected by heroin.
March 4, 2015 - 8:03 pm
KDOT ready to break ground on arterial operations center
CAMPTON HILLS – The ability to monitor the county’s signalized intersections isn’t new.Want to see h ...
March 4, 2015 - 7:59 pm
Sheriff's shortfall adds to potential budget challenges
GENEVA – As Kane County leaders are working to address the sheriff's $2 million revenue shortfall for this year, they recognize budgetary challenges m ...
March 5, 2015 - 7:10 am
Batavia aldermen table discussion of land-cash fees for Batavia School District 101
BATAVIA – Aldermen have decided to delay discussion of increasing land-cash contributions for Batavia School District 101 until after the April 7 ele ...
March 3, 2015 - 9:55 pm
Maple Park seeks applicants for trustee posts
MAPLE PARK – With no candidates running in the spring election, Maple Park plans to round out its Village Board by appointments.
March 3, 2015 - 7:18 pm
Elburn continues to seek solutions for police pension issue
ELBURN – Village officials still have few answers regarding the cost of a special election in November to address its police pension issue, but at lea ...
March 3, 2015 - 8:16 am
St. Charles cemetery board seeks to add columbarium to its services
ST. CHARLES – The St. Charles Township Cemetery Board is pursuing construction of a columbarium, a structure of above-ground vaults that would hold 1, ...
March 2, 2015 - 9:55 pm
Botterman sworn in as new Batavia alderman
BATAVIA – Kevin Botterman was sworn in Monday to fill the vacancy on the Batavia City Council after the recent resignation of 5th Ward Alderman Steve ...
March 2, 2015 - 10:20 pm
Batavia resident working to make city more handicapped accessible
BATAVIA – As someone who is confined to a wheelchair, Batavia resident Steve Heronemus has encountered obstacles in trying to get around the city.
Feb. 27, 2015 - 8:15 pm

St. Charles police reports
• Craig Scott Kenworthy, 62, of the 1700 block of Jeanette Avenue, St. Charles, was charged Sunday, March 1, with disorderly conduct, unlawful use of ...
March 3, 2015 - 7:21 pm
Kane County Sheriff's Office reports
• Sean J. Doody, 24, of the 1800 block of Rita Avenue, St. Charles, was charged Tuesday, Feb. 17, with possession of drug paraphernalia and possession ...
March 2, 2015 - 7:44 pm
St. Charles police reports
• Lydia A. Honea, 20, of the 1800 block of Lucylle Court, St. Charles, was arrested Monday, Feb. 23, on a warrant for failing to appear in court on a ...
Feb. 27, 2015 - 8:25 pm
Batavia police reports
• Kathryn L. Holdener, 32, of the 1000 block of Alder Lane, Naperville, was charged Wednesday, Feb. 25, with retail theft from Kohl’s, 251 N. Randall ...
Feb. 27, 2015 - 8:25 pm
St. Charles police reports
• Michael Dillon McCabe, 24, of the 0-100 block of North Cambridge Drive, Geneva, was charged Tuesday, Feb. 17, with driving under the influence of al ...
Feb. 25, 2015 - 9:17 pm
Campton Hills police reports
• The letter “O” from the Fox Mill subdivision sign on Route 64 in Campton Hills was reported stolen Monday, Feb. 16. The metal letter was reportedly ...
Feb. 23, 2015 - 9:48 pm
Geneva police reports
• Rogelio Pizana, 35, of the 100 block of Vine Street, Elgin, was charged Saturday, Feb. 14, with driving under the influence, driving without a valid ...
Feb. 20, 2015 - 9:54 pm
Batavia police reports
• Erik T. Hultquist, 19, of the 1100 block of Pine Street, Batavia, was charged Thursday, Feb. 19, with unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.
Feb. 20, 2015 - 9:54 pm
St. Charles police reports
• Rogelio Ynocencio, 50, of the 400 block of Union Avenue, St. Charles, was charged Monday, Feb. 16, with driving under the influence of alcohol, fail ...
Feb. 18, 2015 - 9:57 pm
Kane County Sheriff's Office report
• A woman reported Friday, Feb. 13, that she was missing $380 from her purse and believed it was stolen from her 2013 Nissan when it was parked at the ...
Feb. 18, 2015 - 9:57 pm

In Focus: Family affair
It occurred to me during the final minutes and seconds of the IHSA Class 3A regional game between Aurora Central Catholic and Marmion Academy at Illin ...
March 5, 2015 - 7:32 pm
The Write Place: Rooms and reminiscing
From the time I was 5 years old until about a month ago, I shared a room with my now seventh-grade sister, Annika. My bed was on one side of the room; ...
March 4, 2015 - 6:21 pm
Kaneland Connection: Big plans for Elburn Public Works Department
ELBURN – The modernization of the village’s wastewater treatment facility continues to make progress in Elburn. There are plans for improvements to th ...
March 3, 2015 - 10:25 pm
Good Natured: Birds leave plenty of evidence
Anyone who’s ever kept a bird feeder in their yard knows that anything and everything can show up to take advantage of the free offerings. Large mamma ...
Feb. 27, 2015 - 8:14 pm
Tales from the Motherhood: 'It could happen'
I’ve got two kids heading to college. Soon. According to a 2012 column written by Forbes contribut ...
March 1, 2015 - 7:18 am
In Focus: Best seat in the house
I had a bird’s-eye view last Friday for the IHSA state gymnastics preliminaries at Palatine High School. For the most part, state tournaments, such as ...
Feb. 26, 2015 - 5:27 pm
Before the Diploma: The perks of being a waitress
What do flipping greasy hamburgers, cleaning popcorn off of movie theater floors, collecting money at a cash register and dealing with aggravating cus ...
Feb. 25, 2015 - 9:21 pm
Park District Dish: Participants prove you can be fit at any age
Fitness is always a hot topic when a new year rolls around. A lot of people choose to wait until January to get active and healthy, but several Batavi ...
Feb. 25, 2015 - 1:32 pm
Kaneland Connection: Kaneland elementary students embrace Black History Month lessons
ELBURN – Deb Brubaker said she understands that John Stewart Elementary School in Elburn isn’t among the most diverse schools in Kane County. But Brub ...
Feb. 24, 2015 - 8:52 pm
Good Natured: If you're someplace wet, think mink
Several years ago, my friend Jessi and I went exploring at McKee Marsh – a small but wonderfully diverse parcel at the north end of the Blackwell Fore ...
Feb. 20, 2015 - 9:47 pm