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Sunday Week In Review

Election turnout similar to last midterm primary election in Kendall County
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Election turnout similar to last midterm primary election in Kendall County

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated 15 hrs ago
  • Comments

Voter turnout was similar in Tuesday's Primary Election in Kendall County to the last General Midterm Primary in 2018. Kendall County Clerk Debbie Gillette says that overall, things went smoothly.

Plano City Council approves license for video gambling parlor on Route 34
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Plano City Council approves license for video gambling parlor on Route 34

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated 16 hrs ago
  • Comments

The Plano City Council last week voted six to one to approve a new liquor license that would allow a video gambling parlor to open at 623 W. Route 34. The building formerly housed Betty's Place, another video gambling establishment. City Attorney William Thomas says the license would allow D…

Huntley man killed in Kane County ATV crash
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Huntley man killed in Kane County ATV crash

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated 20 hrs ago
  • Comments

A Huntley man was killed in an ATV crash in Kane County Monday. The Kane County Sheriff's Office says 24-year-old Elpidio Marcelo was heading north on Ridgefield Blvd in unincorporated Rutland Township when he left the roadway, crashed into a mailbox, and then into a tree. Marcelo was was ta…

Brookfield Zoo evacuated after threat Tuesday
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Brookfield Zoo evacuated after threat Tuesday

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated 21 hrs ago
  • Comments

Brookfield Zoo, located in Brookfield and Riverside, had to be evacuated Tuesday night after a crisis response line received a call from a woman purporting to be at the zoo saying that she would hurt herself and other guests, according to zoo officials.

Financial reports missing from Sandwich meetings
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Financial reports missing from Sandwich meetings

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated 21 hrs ago
  • Comments

For two months, the city of Sandwich and its city council have been operating without financial reports.  

Accused Highland Park shooter charged
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Accused Highland Park shooter charged

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated 21 hrs ago
  • Comments

The man accused of shooting and killing seven people and injuring many more in an Independence Day shooting is being charged with murder. Police say 21-year-old Bobby Crimo the third, of Highwood, hid on a rooftop and opened fire on a crowd of parade goers. He was caught hours later after sl…

No one hurt in fire in Sandwich Friday
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No one hurt in fire in Sandwich Friday

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated 17 hrs ago
  • Comments

The Sandwich Fire Protection District says that no one was hurt in a home fire in the 1000 block of Lillian Lane on the city's northeast side Friday night.

Uploading results to elections page only hiccup in June 28th Primary in DeKalb County, turnout higher than normal
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Uploading results to elections page only hiccup in June 28th Primary in DeKalb County, turnout higher than normal

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated 17 hrs ago
  • Comments

DeKalb County Clerk Doug Johnson says the only issue during the Primary Election last week was getting results uploaded online using a new vendor. Johnson says his staff eventually resolved the issue and the results for the county were posted online.

Yorkville City Council approves settlement with drainage district over development
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Yorkville City Council approves settlement with drainage district over development

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated 17 hrs ago
  • Comments

The Yorkville City Council last week approved a settlement with the Rob Roy and Raymond drainage districts and Kendall County. The settlement lays out how each government body handles permits for development. There was a disagreement on who could grant approval for developments that impacted…

Five people charged with reckless conduct after firing guns in rural Sycamore
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Five people charged with reckless conduct after firing guns in rural Sycamore

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated 17 hrs ago
  • Comments

Five people are being charged with reckless conduct after two people reported to police that a bullet flew over their heads in the tree line near their homes in rural Sycamore.

Another concept plan for housing presented in Oswego
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Another concept plan for housing presented in Oswego

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated 17 hrs ago
  • Comments

Located off Route 34, a new housing plan has been presented to the village of Oswego, this time for a 306 unit, seven building three-story apartment complex.

Suspect in custody in Highland Park mass shooting
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Suspect in custody in Highland Park mass shooting

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated 17 hrs ago
  • Comments

The suspect in an Independence Day shooting that left six dead and over twenty wounded is in custody. The City of Highland Park says 22-year-old Bobby Crimo the third, of Highwood, was arrested by police without incident Monday.

Six dead in Highland Park shooting at Independence Day parade
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Six dead in Highland Park shooting at Independence Day parade

  • ethan.kruger
  • Updated Jul 5, 2022
  • Comments

ABC News is reporting that six people are dead and over twenty have been injured in a shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park Monday.

Plano City Council approves plan for gas station at Route 34 and Eldamain Road
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Plano City Council approves plan for gas station at Route 34 and Eldamain Road

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jul 5, 2022
  • Comments

The Plano City Council last week gave its approval to the site plan for a proposed gas station at the corner of Route 34 and Eldamain Road.

Senator Rezin shares concerns about communities having budget issues due to Covid funds running dry
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Senator Rezin shares concerns about communities having budget issues due to Covid funds running dry

  • Justin Ritz - WCSJ
  • Updated Jul 5, 2022
  • Comments

State Senator Sue Rezin says that cities and villages should be careful about their use of COVID-19 relief funds.

State officials asking people to leave fireworks to the experts
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State officials asking people to leave fireworks to the experts

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jul 5, 2022
  • Comments

The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal is asking everyone to leave the fireworks to the professionals this Independence Day. A news release from the office says that each year accidental burns, loss of limbs, and deaths occur due to the use of fireworks.

Plano mayor touts economic development and infrastructure during state of the city address
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Plano mayor touts economic development and infrastructure during state of the city address

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jul 5, 2022
  • Comments

Plano Mayor Mike Rennels touted the city's economic development and new amenities during a state of the city address hosted by the Plano Area Chamber of Commerce last week.

Fourth of July activities happening in Yorkville and Oswego
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Fourth of July activities happening in Yorkville and Oswego

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jul 5, 2022
  • Comments

Independence Day activities are happening in Yorkville and Oswego Monday including a parade and fireworks.

Mosquitoes with West Nile virus found in Yorkville and Plano
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Mosquitoes with West Nile virus found in Yorkville and Plano

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jul 5, 2022
  • Comments

The Kendall County Health Department says that West Nile virus has been found in mosquitoes in Yorkville and Plano. The mosquitoes were caught in late June. The virus was discovered two months earlier in the county than it was last year. Mosquitoes with West Nile Virus have been found in sev…

National Health Survey happening in Kendall County
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National Health Survey happening in Kendall County

  • Updated Jul 5, 2022
  • Comments

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Health Survey will continue in Kendall County for the coming months. Spokesman George Dixon says counties across the country are selected randomly to participate. From there random households and individuals are selected.

Three arrested in rural DeKalb shooting
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Three arrested in rural DeKalb shooting

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jul 5, 2022
  • Comments

Three people turned themselves in to police following a shooting incident in rural DeKalb on Wednesday.

Longtime City of Plano supervisor recognized
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Longtime City of Plano supervisor recognized

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jul 5, 2022
  • Comments

Director of Water Reclamation and Public Works Darrin Boyer has been with the City of Plano for 31 years now. Boyer was recognized for his service by Mayor Mike Rennels on Monday.

New trial denied for Sandwich man; mother speaks
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New trial denied for Sandwich man; mother speaks

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated Jul 5, 2022
  • Comments

After 471 days in jail, then in less than 20 minutes, Donald Fredres, Jr. was sentenced to natural life in prison without parole for the murders of his former in-laws Gregory and Brenda Barnes, both age 62, at their rural home between Sandwich and Sheridan in March 2021.

IDNR accepting applications for two grant opportunities
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IDNR accepting applications for two grant opportunities

  • WSPY
  • Updated Jul 2, 2022
  • Comments

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications for two grant opportunities through Aug. 2nd - the Illinois Habitat Fund and the State Pheasant Fund grants.

A six-pack of booze and a flock of chickens stumble in Montgomery
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A six-pack of booze and a flock of chickens stumble in Montgomery

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated Jul 2, 2022
  • Comments

There were the two major areas of discussion at this week's Montgomery Village Board meeting.  Within a short stretch of Douglas Road in Montgomery near the Kendall County line, the ability of residents to purchase alcohol may have reached the top of the glass. At this week’s Montgomery Vill…

Victim airlifted to Burn Center after structure fire in Aurora
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Victim airlifted to Burn Center after structure fire in Aurora

  • WSPY
  • Updated Jul 2, 2022
  • Comments

On June 30, 2022, at 6:03 p.m., the Aurora Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 900 block of Asbury Drive. As Aurora Central Dispatch was receiving multiple calls, a 2nd Alarm was immediately dispatched. Upon arrival, firefighters found a 2-story, six-unit townhome complex, w…

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Residents Meet Solar Developers in Plano
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Residents Meet Solar Developers in Plano

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated Jul 2, 2022
  • Comments

A proposed large solar farm brought curious residents to a meeting in Plano. WSPY’s Mark Harrington was there and has this story.

The Somonauk and Leland school districts won't be consolidating, but will keep collaborating
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The Somonauk and Leland school districts won't be consolidating, but will keep collaborating

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jul 2, 2022
  • Comments

The referendum that would have combined the Somonauk and Leland school districts into one did not win approval in Tuesday's Primary Election.

Aurora gang leader gets 55 years in prison for gun offenses
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Aurora gang leader gets 55 years in prison for gun offenses

  • WSPY
  • Updated Jul 1, 2022
  • Comments

Kane County State's Attorney Jamie L. Mosser announced that Judge David P. Kliment sentenced Andres Ramirez to 55 years of imprisonment, in the Illinois Department of Corrections. 

Mehochko wins regional superintendent of schools primary
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Mehochko wins regional superintendent of schools primary

  • Justin Ritz - WCSJ
  • Updated Jul 2, 2022
  • Comments

Kendall and Grundy County Regional Office of Education Superintendent Chris Mehochko defeated his opponent in the June 28th Primary Election.

Referendum to elect Bristol-Kendall Fire Protection District trustees overwhelmingly approved by voters
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Referendum to elect Bristol-Kendall Fire Protection District trustees overwhelmingly approved by voters

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jul 1, 2022
  • Comments

A referendum to elect Bristol-Kendall Fire Protection district trustees overwhelmingly was approved by voters during Tuesday's primary election. Trustees are currently appointed by the Kendall County Board.

Oswego PD 4th of July event parking & travel
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Oswego PD 4th of July event parking & travel

  • Updated Jul 1, 2022
  • Comments

The Oswego Police Department will limit parking and travel routes prior to and immediately following the annual Independance Day fireworks, scheduled for July 4th (rain date July 5th). The display begins at approximately 9:30 p.m. and will last approximately 15-20 minutes.

Round Lake Beach man accused of having methamphetamine
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Round Lake Beach man accused of having methamphetamine

  • WSPY
  • Updated Jul 1, 2022
  • Comments

A Round Lake Beach man is being charged with having methamphetamine following a traffic stop by Kendall County deputies in the area of Route 31 and Caterpillar Drive Tuesday.

Get Your Entries for The Sandwich Fair Ready
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Get Your Entries for The Sandwich Fair Ready

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated Jul 1, 2022
  • Comments

In the state of Illinois, the Sandwich Fair is at the top for exhibitors at fairs, with over 25,000 individual entries.

School safety on streets to improve in Sandwich
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School safety on streets to improve in Sandwich

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated Jul 1, 2022
  • Comments

Before school starts in August, The Sandwich City Council may be adding a new 20 miles per hour speed zone while studying the current five school locations and streets.

Somonauk-Leland school consolidation vote fails
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Somonauk-Leland school consolidation vote fails

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jul 1, 2022
  • Comments

The proposal to combine the Somonauk and Leland school districts failed during Tuesday's Primary Election.

Gryder projected as winner in 14th District Congressional primary
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Gryder projected as winner in 14th District Congressional primary

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 30, 2022
  • Comments

Scott Gryder, of Oswego, is the winner in the 14th District Republican Primary race.

Proposed Plano solar facility sees push-back at city council
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Proposed Plano solar facility sees push-back at city council

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 30, 2022
  • Comments

A proposed solar farm that could be in Plano is getting push-back from residents. The Plano Skies Energy Center could be up to 2,000 acres and generate power equivalent to what is needed to power 20,000 to 60,000 homes, according to the company. There is an open house on Thursday from three …

New crisis hotline dials up soon at 988
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New crisis hotline dials up soon at 988

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated Jun 30, 2022
  • Comments

While the new 988 crisis hotline state system will replace 911 for those calls, there are five months remaining to establish it.

Longtime Kendall County treasurer wins in Primary Election
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Longtime Kendall County treasurer wins in Primary Election

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 30, 2022
  • Comments

Longtime Kendall County Treasurer Jill Ferko, of Yorkville, is the unofficial winner in Tuesday's Primary Election. Ferko won over challenger Kit Kuhrt by 1,965 votes in the Republican Primary. Kuhrt is an Oswego Village trustee.

Bailey big winner in Illinois gubernatorial race
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Bailey big winner in Illinois gubernatorial race

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 30, 2022
  • Comments

Darren Bailey is the big winner in the Illinois Republican gubernatorial primary on Tuesday winning 57 percent of the vote. Bailey is an Illinois State Senator. His closest competitor is Jesse Sullivan who won 16 percent of the vote. Sullivan is down by over 320,000 votes from Bailey's lead.…

Gryder leading in 14th Congressional District
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Gryder leading in 14th Congressional District

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 29, 2022
  • Comments

Scott Gryder is still in the lead in a five way race in the Republican 14th District Primary. Grdyer has 31 percent of the overall vote, ahead of his nearest competitor Jim Marter who has 24 percent. The race still has no projected winner even with 99 percent of the estimated vote counted. M…

DeBolt, Koukol Top Vote-Getters in Kendall County Board Republican Primary
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DeBolt, Koukol Top Vote-Getters in Kendall County Board Republican Primary

  • wspy
  • Updated Jun 30, 2022
  • Comments

Several Kendall County Board candidates will move on to the general election, following Tuesday's primary election.

June 28, 2022 Primary Election Results
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June 28, 2022 Primary Election Results

  • Updated Jun 30, 2022
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UNOFFICIAL ELECTION RESULTS

Oswego voters approve property transfer tax
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Oswego voters approve property transfer tax

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 30, 2022
  • Comments

Voters in Oswego approved a real estate transfer tax during Tuesday's primary. The tax will charge buyers of property in Oswego based on the value of the property.

Jed Davis defeats incumbent in 75th District Primary race
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Jed Davis defeats incumbent in 75th District Primary race

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 30, 2022
  • Comments

Jed Davis, of Newark, is the winner of the Republican Primary Election in the 75th District. The incumbent David Welter, of Morris, conceded the race. Davis says that he's appreciative of Welter's time as a state representative.

Debut of Midweek Music and other events upcoming in Plano this week
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Debut of Midweek Music and other events upcoming in Plano this week

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 29, 2022
  • Comments

The City of Plano is debuting a new music event on Wednesday called Midweek Music. It will run from six to eight near downtown Plano by the police station. Mayor Mike Rennels says the event is free to attend.

No one hurt in fire at manufacturer in Aurora
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No one hurt in fire at manufacturer in Aurora

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 29, 2022
  • Comments

No one was hurt in a fire at a manufacturing facility in Aurora Monday. The Aurora Fire Department says it happened a bit before 2:30 Monday afternoon in the 4000 block of Campus Drive at the International Paper facility north of the Fox Valley Mall.

Sunday Week In Review Continued

Chicago man charged with obstructing and attempting to damage state supported property
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Chicago man charged with obstructing and attempting to damage state supported property

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 21, 2022
  • Comments

A Chicago man is facing charges after a traffic stop in the area of Route 30 and Douglas Road in Oswego Township. 23-year-old Kenton A. Walker, of Chicago, is charged with obstructing a police officer, attempted damage of state supported property, and possession of cannabis. Kenton Walker wa…

Aurora man charged with aggravated battery to a police officer
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Aurora man charged with aggravated battery to a police officer

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 21, 2022
  • Comments

An Aurora man is facing charges after a traffic stop early Sunday morning in the area of Orchard Road and Route 30 in Montgomery.

Kendall County Sheriff's Office investigating body found in Fox River
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Kendall County Sheriff's Office investigating body found in Fox River

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 21, 2022
  • Comments

The Kendall County Sheriff's Office says a body was found in the Fox River in the area of Route 25 and Bereman Road in Oswego Township Saturday morning. Deputies were called just after six.

Plano celebrates Juneteenth with positive energy, education, and food
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Plano celebrates Juneteenth with positive energy, education, and food

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 21, 2022
  • Comments

The second annual Juneteenth Celebration in Plano was Sunday at Emily G. Johns School on Mitchell Drive. The event featured food, kid's activities, and music.

Newark Village Board approves budget
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Newark Village Board approves budget

  • Marilynnthompson
  • Updated Jun 21, 2022
  • Comments

At the recent Newark Village Board meeting, the fiscal year 2022-2023 Appropriations and Budget Ordinances were reviewed and adopted. Darald Nelson led the discussion and explained changes. Mr. Nelson indicated that many of the increases are tied directly to increased fuel costs. Other incre…

Aurora man arrested in Montgomery shooting
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Aurora man arrested in Montgomery shooting

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 21, 2022
  • Comments

An Aurora man is under arrest for a shooting that happened in Montgomery Saturday, June 11.

Retiring Kendall County judge recognized
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Retiring Kendall County judge recognized

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 21, 2022
  • Comments

The first female state's attorney and judge in Kendall County was recognized by County Board Chairman Scott Gryder earlier this month. July 10 is being named Judge Melissa Barnhart Day in Kendall County.

One rescued from Fox River in Montgomery
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One rescued from Fox River in Montgomery

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 21, 2022
  • Comments

The Oswego Fire Protection District rescued a person from the Fox River near the Route 30 Bridge in Montgomery just before seven Friday night. The fire department says a rapid deployment boat was used to locate, stabilize, and remove the patient from the water.

Kendall County Sheriff's Office hires new corrections deputy
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Kendall County Sheriff's Office hires new corrections deputy

  • Mikah Walker
  • Updated Jun 18, 2022
  • Comments

The Kendall County Sheriff's Office has hired Bart Kozlowski as a corrections deputy. He was sworn in on June 9 by Sheriff Dwight Baird.

St. Thomas man and Rockford woman road rage gun arrest
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St. Thomas man and Rockford woman road rage gun arrest

  • Mikah Walker
  • Updated Jun 18, 2022
  • Comments

Kane County Sheriff's Deputies received a regional dispatch reporting a road rage incident where the occupants of the vehicle pointed firearms at other motorists on I-90 on June 14. 

School board member responds to village outrage
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School board member responds to village outrage

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated Jun 18, 2022
  • Comments

During an intense Oswego Village Board meeting this week, trustees voiced their disappointment about comments made at the last Oswego School District 308 Board of Education meeting.

Plano's 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration is on Sunday
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Plano's 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration is on Sunday

  • Mikah Walker
  • Updated Jun 18, 2022
  • Comments

Plano's 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration will be on Sunday at 430 Mitchell Drive in Plano. The gates open at 11 am.

Kendall County Board candidate feels that Metra train service should reevaluated because of pandemic
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Kendall County Board candidate feels that Metra train service should reevaluated because of pandemic

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 18, 2022
  • Comments

Republican Kendall County Board candidate Donna Sawicki says she would like to revisit the notion that there is demand for Metra train service in Kendall County with many people working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Sawicki is currently an Oswego Township Board Trustee.

Republican gubernatorial candidate visits region during bus tour
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Republican gubernatorial candidate visits region during bus tour

  • Justin Ritz - WCSJ
  • Updated Jun 18, 2022
  • Comments

A Republican gubernatorial candidate made several stops in the area Thursday afternoon.

Aurora teen gets 12 years in prison
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Aurora teen gets 12 years in prison

  • Mikah Walker
  • Updated Jun 18, 2022
  • Comments

17-year-old Christian O. Capuchino of Aurora is pleading guilty to the offense of aggravated battery with a firearm; a Class X felony.

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Texas man arrested after incident at resort
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Texas man arrested after incident at resort

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 18, 2022
  • Comments

A Texas man was arrested and is charged with unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon after an incident at the Fox Bluffs Resort campground, located at the former Hideaway Lakes site on Van Emmon Road.

Kendall County Board to vote on special use permit for mulch business in Seward Township
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Kendall County Board to vote on special use permit for mulch business in Seward Township

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 18, 2022
  • Comments

The Kendall County Board on Tuesday is set to consider granting a special permit that would allow a mulch and landscaping company to operate in an area zoned for agriculture and residences in Seward Township.

Sandwich High School Athletics cancels 2022 varsity football season
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Sandwich High School Athletics cancels 2022 varsity football season

  • Updated Jun 18, 2022
  • Comments

The Sandwich High School Athletics Administration has canceled the 2022 Sandwich High School varsity football season. A news release from the program's social media page says that only six seniors and six juniors returned to play varsity football.

Police investigating shooting in Plainfield
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Police investigating shooting in Plainfield

  • Mikah Walker
  • Updated Jun 17, 2022
  • Comments

Members of the Plainfield Police Department responded to a shots fired call in the parking lot of the Prairie Activity Recreation Center in the 24000 block of Renwick Road in Plainfield on Wednesday at around 9:55pm.

Cyberattack bill signed into law
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Cyberattack bill signed into law

  • Mikah Walker
  • Updated Jun 17, 2022
  • Comments

Legislation which updates the state's law to ensure the state is ready to respond to cyber incidents was signed into law by Governor J.B. Pritzker recently. This bill was sponsored by Oswego State Representative Keith Wheeler.

Massive fire at Grand Bear Resort caused by unattended grill
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Massive fire at Grand Bear Resort caused by unattended grill

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 17, 2022
  • Comments

The massive fire that destroyed seven cabins at the Grand Bear Resort in Utica on Memorial Day has been found to be accidental, according to the Utica Fire Protection District. A news release from the district says the fire is believed to have been caused by an unattended charcoal grill on a porch.

Yorkville City Council agrees on new city ward map
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Yorkville City Council agrees on new city ward map

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 17, 2022
  • Comments

The Yorkville City Council on Tuesday agreed on a new city ward map. It still needs to be officially adopted by the city council ahead of the next consolidated election in 2023. The city map has to be redesigned after new Census data comes out every ten years to make sure that all four city …

County board candidate wants to expand mental health services, broadband access
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County board candidate wants to expand mental health services, broadband access

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 17, 2022
  • Comments

Democratic Kendall County Board candidate Zach Bachmann wants to reduce property taxes and give people more access to mental health services. Bachmann, who is from Oswego, says bringing in more business is key. Bachmann is running in County Board District 2.

Batavia police investigating theft of Pride flags
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Batavia police investigating theft of Pride flags

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 17, 2022
  • Comments

Police in Batavia are investigating the theft of four Pride flags which were believed to have been stolen during the overnight hours between Tuesday and Wednesday. Police are calling it a hate crime investigation. Flag poles and mounts were also damaged.

Body of Chicago man found in Illinois River near Utica
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Body of Chicago man found in Illinois River near Utica

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 17, 2022
  • Comments

The body of a Chicago man who went into the Illinois River at Starved Rock State Park Sunday has been found, according to the LaSalle County Coroner's Office. Illinois Conservation Police recovered the body of 21-year-old Giovannie E. Sanchez on the south bank of the river near the Route 178…

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Yorkville man charged in murder from nineteen years ago
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Yorkville man charged in murder from nineteen years ago

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 17, 2022
  • Comments

A Yorkville man is being charged in a murder that authorities say happened in 2003. 49-year-old Prince L. Cunningham is accused of shooting and killing 22-year-old Tyesha Bell, of Aurora 19 years ago. A news release from the Kane County State's Attorney's Office says Cunningham was arrested …

Newark Village board says no to village-wide garbage service
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Newark Village board says no to village-wide garbage service

  • Marilynnthompson
  • Updated Jun 16, 2022
  • Comments

The Village of Newark’s plan to consolidate residential garbage service to one company has come to an end for the foreseeable future.  For 4 months, the Board has  on residential streets.  Currently 4 companies serve the residents for garbage pickup.  Some companies make 2 trips weekly as re…

Aurora man guilty of battering infant
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Aurora man guilty of battering infant

  • Mikah Walker
  • Updated Jun 16, 2022
  • Comments

28 year old Brian Clemente of the 700 block of North Ave in Aurora has been found guilty by a judge of the offenses of aggravated battery to a child causing bodily harm; a Class X felony and aggravated domestic battery causing bodily harm; a Class 2 felony.

Oswego names Andrea Lamberg as new finance director
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Oswego names Andrea Lamberg as new finance director

  • Mikah Walker
  • Updated Jun 16, 2022
  • Comments

The Village of Oswego hired Andrea Lamberg to serve as its new finance director. She started in her role on May 20.

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Area police departments raise awareness for Illinois Special Olympics with annual Torch Run
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Area police departments raise awareness for Illinois Special Olympics with annual Torch Run

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 16, 2022
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Officers from several area police agencies braved the extreme heat on Wednesday to show support and raise awareness for Illinois Special Olympics.

Trial for Joliet police officer accused of leaking footage of police brutality pushed back to November
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Trial for Joliet police officer accused of leaking footage of police brutality pushed back to November

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 16, 2022
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The trial for 52-year-old Javier Esqueda, of Plainfield, was set for July but has been moved back to November by a Kendall County Judge. Esqueda, who is a Joliet police sergeant, is accused of leaking squad car camera footage to the media that shows Joliet police choking and hitting Eric Lur…

Elgin drug dealer headed to prison for selling to St. Charles Man
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Elgin drug dealer headed to prison for selling to St. Charles Man

  • Mikah Walker
  • Updated Jun 16, 2022
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28 year old Jose R. Charles of the 600 block of Dixon Ave in Elgin has agreed to a sentence of 9 years in exchange for a guilty plea to the offense of drug induced homicide.

Kane County Sheriff helps defuse standoff situation in Elgin
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Kane County Sheriff helps defuse standoff situation in Elgin

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 16, 2022
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A standoff with police in Elgin ended peacefully on Tuesday after Kane County Sheriff Ron Hain spoke to one of the barricaded individuals.

Oswego Village Board accuses Oswego SD 308 of spreading misinformation
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Oswego Village Board accuses Oswego SD 308 of spreading misinformation

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated Jun 16, 2022
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This time it was the Oswego Village Board’s turn.

Dangerously high temperatures and humidity across Illinois this week
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Dangerously high temperatures and humidity across Illinois this week

  • Mikah Walker
  • Updated Jun 15, 2022
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Illinois will continue to see abnormally high temperatures and humidity. The Illinois Emergency Management Agency is offering tips to help everyone stay safe in the extreme heat.

Law Enforcement Torch Run 2022 happening Wednesday
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Law Enforcement Torch Run 2022 happening Wednesday

  • Mikah Walker
  • Updated Jun 15, 2022
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The Kendall County Sheriff's office, Montgomery, Oswego, Plano, and Yorkville police departments will be participating in the 2022 Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics on June 15 at 9am Wednesday. Runners will be on the road, and drivers are asked to use alternate routes and to be …

Naperville Police Department releases body cam footage of officer involved shooting
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Naperville Police Department releases body cam footage of officer involved shooting

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 15, 2022
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The Naperville Police Department is releasing body and squad car camera footage of an officer-involved shooting earlier this month.

75th District incumbent candidate says state should take on bigger portion of school funding
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75th District incumbent candidate says state should take on bigger portion of school funding

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 15, 2022
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75th District incumbent candidate David Welter, of Morris, says Illinois should provide more funding for schools to reduce the property tax burden on Illinois residents. Welter is a Republican.

A first for Oswego: new police strategic vehicle
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A first for Oswego: new police strategic vehicle

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated Jun 15, 2022
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The Oswego Police Department is seeking approval from the Oswego Village Board for a new strategic vehicle at its meeting Tuesday night.

Plano city council to vote on pay raise for non-union employees
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Plano city council to vote on pay raise for non-union employees

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 15, 2022
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The Plano City Council is set to vote on a six percent raise for all non-union city employees later this month. The committee of the whole on Monday discussed it. The number came from what Alderman Jamal Williams described as spirited discussion at the Personnel and Insurance Committee. He i…

Aurora man charged in crash that caused vehicle fire in Oswego
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Aurora man charged in crash that caused vehicle fire in Oswego

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 15, 2022
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An Aurora man is facing charges in a crash that caused a vehicle fire at the intersection of Harvey Road and Wolfs Crossing Road in Oswego on Sunday.

Severe storms cause damage in northern Kane and McHenry counties Monday
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Severe storms cause damage in northern Kane and McHenry counties Monday

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 15, 2022
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A track of severe storms caused wind damage across northern Kane and McHenry counties and Chicago Monday night.

State agency upholds Sandwich mayor’s decision
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State agency upholds Sandwich mayor’s decision

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated Jun 15, 2022
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As of midnight Monday, the Route 34 Pub and Grub was to be shut down by the city of Sandwich.

Yorkville man charged in sex abuse case
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Yorkville man charged in sex abuse case

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 14, 2022
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A Yorkville man is facing sex abuse charges. Yorkville police say 33-year-old Cameron M. Kuras turned himself into police on Thursday. Police allege that Kuras had been communicating with a sixteen-year-old girl and engaged in sexual activity with her. An investigation began in January.

Aurora fighters rescue woman from Fox River
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Aurora fighters rescue woman from Fox River

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 14, 2022
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The Aurora Fire Department rescued a woman from the Fox River near downtown Aurora Saturday night. A news release from the department says rescuers were called just before nine and located the woman in the east channel near the casino. Several bystanders said the woman jumped into the river …

Kendall County official offers tips for extreme heat
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Kendall County official offers tips for extreme heat

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 14, 2022
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With temperatures expected to be in the mid-nineties Tuesday and Wednesday in the WSPY listening area, people should be ready to take some preventative steps to stay cool and healthy. A heat advisory is in effect through eight Wednesday night.

Carol Steam man facing gun and drug charges after incident in Sandwich
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Carol Steam man facing gun and drug charges after incident in Sandwich

  • WSPYNEWS
  • Updated Jun 14, 2022
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A Carol Stream man is facing gun and drug charges after an incident in Sandwich last week.

Sandwich City Council aldermen want answers on former dump follow up
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Sandwich City Council aldermen want answers on former dump follow up

  • Mark Harrington
  • Updated Jun 14, 2022
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Two Sandwich City Council aldermen issued inquiries into the former city dump of road and sidewalk debris on farmland west of the city at last week’s council meeting.

Apartments damaged in Oswego Township fire
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Apartments damaged in Oswego Township fire

  • Ethan Kruger
  • Updated Jun 14, 2022
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Two apartments and an outbuilding were damaged in a fire Sunday morning in the 2200 block of Route 31 in Oswego Township. No one was hurt.

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