1+ hour, 50+ min ago   (363+ words) Because laws regarding e-bikes are changing in 2027, the Sycamore Police Department has begun a campaign to help the community understand what will and won’t be legal. This fall, Sycamore police officers plan to educate local e-bike, e-scooter, e-skateboard and e-unicycle…...

5+ day, 6+ hour ago   (1093+ words) Kevin and Amanda Pierce of Stockton own Mud Run Beer Co., blending historic character, handcrafted brewing and smoked barbecue into an experience where the building, beer and people all share unique stories. (Cody Cutter) STOCKTON — Every business owner hopes they…...

5+ day, 8+ hour ago   (263+ words) Paint outdoors for a good cause during The Nature Foundation of Will County Plein Air Painting Fundraiser on Aug. 30, 2026, at Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve in Crete. (Glenn P. Knoblock | Forest Preserve District of Will County) The Forest Preserve District of Will…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago   (177+ words) Shaw Local ‘Grease’ fan event set for Aug. 21 in Princeton Cast members Lorenzo Lamas, Michael Tucci, Barry Pearl, Jamie Donnelly to appear The Apollo Theater in Princeton will host a “Grease” fan event for community members from 2 to…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (198+ words) The Oswegoland Park District operates three aquatic facilities – the Civic Center in Oswego, Winrock Pool in Montgomery and the Splash Pad in Oswego. (Gary Middendorf - [email protected]/Gary Middendorf) The Oswegoland Park District pools will soon be closing for the season…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (259+ words) Dozens of Joliet Public Schools District 86 students spent their summer studying nature at local parks thanks to the Kids ‘n Nature Summer Camp program with the Joliet Park District. More than 60 third- and fourth-grade students from Culbertson, Cunningham, Keith, Singleton…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (220+ words) People enjoy the water while swimming on Friday, June 21, 2024, at the Woodstock Water Works. (Gregory Shaver/Gregory Shaver for Shaw Media ) Woodstock Water Works has extended its summer season with reduced admission costs. In announcing the news Tuesday, the city…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (268+ words) The Dixon Municipal Band will conclude its Summer Sounds 2026 concert season with a memorable evening of music at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at the Page Park Band Shell. Under the stars, the band will present a program that showcases the variety and…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (782+ words) Shaw Local Cantigny’s August lineup includes vintage baseball, Sip Around the States, Red Oaks Farm Table Dinner Cantigny continues its America250 celebration in August, with more family-friendly and adults-only events on the calendar. Sundays, Aug. 2 and 16: Enjoy some good old-fashioned…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago   (61+ words) When it comes to the restaurant scene, enjoying delicious meals in the fresh air is hard to beat. Check out local patios bringing you relaxation and sustenance. Old Republic Kitchen + Bar 155 S. Randall Road, Elgin 36 Atwater’s at The Herrington Inn & Spa…...