The following was taken directly fromarea police and fire department records, or from DeKalb Countycourt records. Anyone mentioned is presumed innocent until provenguilty in a court of law.Nov. 17,2010•At 2:39 p.m., anofficer took a theft report on...
The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office has implemented a sex offender registry service for residents in DeKalb. The "OffenderWatch" service can be accessed through the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office website. According to the site, the registry is instantly...
DeKALB | Most businesses closed up shop early in anticipation of the blizzard Tuesday night, but some took advantage of the bad weather. “I wish there was a blizzard every day,” said Chris Swanson, cashier at the Bottle Store. “We would get way...
Staying safe behind the wheel during the cold months can be challenging. According to a press release from the DeKalb Fire Department, drivers can avoid many dangerous problems by planning ahead. Drivers should have maintenance checks on their cars as...
RAMP, 115 N. First St., will be able to expand its Teens N' Transition program because of a $1,500 CVS Caremark Community Grant. "CVS Caremark Community Grants are an effective way for us to contribute to the success of communities where we do business,"...
DeKalb | ComEd requested through an automated phone message Tuesday afternoon that customers record and submit their own meter readings. The message said employees may be unable to take meter readings due to "the extreme weather conditions." The message,...
DeKALB | Getting assistance to pay for a car has never been easier. "With the economy as is, some people can't buy cars," said Kathleen Patterson, Castle Bank branch manager. "But if you can, it's the perfect time. Banks like Castle Bank, 141 W. Lincoln...
DeKALB | William P. Curl has been indicted for the murder of NIU student Antinette "Toni" Keller. Bill Engerman, DeKalb County first assistant state's attorney, said that Curl was indicted by a grand jury on five counts of first degree murder, one count...
DeKALB | Every Feb. 2, a shadow has the potential to determine whether we will suffer through six more weeks of cold or see flowers and green grass earlier than expected. According to Groundhog Day tradition, if the infamous Punxsutawney Phil of Pennsylvania...
Thirty-five people were arrested and charged for alcohol-related offenses after police responded to the 15000 block of Somonauk Road Saturday. Dekalb County Sheriff Roger Scott said police were called around 4:30 a.m. for a report of a car in a ditch....
DeKalb's police and fire departments have advice for staying safe in an apartment. "Do your best to know your neighbors," said DeKalb Police Lt. Gary Spangler. Spangler said it's always important for renters to be aware of their surroundings and of...
Local fire departments are offering a way to keep homes safer from fire. According to a press release, the DeKalb Fire Department will be making smoke detectors available to all residents who don't own them and will install them free of charge. "The initial...
