Public smoking in DeKalb has been placed on the endangered species. The city council listened to a presentation by the DeKalb Smoke Free Coalition and the DeKalb Environmental Coalition last night during its workshop meeting. Although no vote was taken,...

After much debate, the Sycamore City Council postponed an ordinance to annex three one-family residence districts. The preliminary plans were proposed at last month’s meeting and would be under the ownership of B&B Enterprises, L.P., of St. Charles....

Sycamore is looking to increase real estate impact fees that would go toward new additions to the Sycamore Park District and Sycamore School District. This has caused a range of emotions from Sycamore residents. At Monday night’s city council meeting,...

The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Department and the DeKalb Police Department worked together Friday to keep the peace in downtown DeKalb. Officers from multiple police departments responded to a large fight and crowd in front of La Quinta De Los Reyes, 145...

A group of 15 to 20 people protesting the Iraq War stationed themselves at the intersection of Lincoln Highway and First Street Friday. Rising above them was a monument with an engraving that read "May the memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice...

Hurricane Katrina forced the realization the worst can indeed happen. DeKalb residents hardly have to worry about hurricanes, but tornadoes represent a very real threat. The worst case scenario would be if an F-5 tornado hit one of the residence hall...

Hurricane Katrina has brought donations and relief from all walks of life and the Progressive Clergy Association is no exception. The First Congregational United Church of Christ, 615 N. First St., in support of the Progressive Clergy Association, plans...

Children were greeted by cartoon mascots such as SpongeBob SquarePants as they ran among the colorfully decorated tents featuring face painting and authentic Mexican candy. Later they burned candy-fueled energy on playground swing sets while parents looked...

The devastation of Hurricane Katrina is causing local residents and businesses to open their pocket books to assist those impacted by the deadly storm. Victims are receiving a variety of items from the DeKalb area, such as diapers, medicines, hygiene...

A proposal to ban smoking in public bars and restaurants will take center stage at Monday’s city council workshop. The DeKalb Smoke Free Coalition, 12 Health Services Drive, and the DeKalb Environmental Commission will present information in support...

During the winter months, many poor and elderly Americans are forced to choose between heating their homes or buying necessities such as food and medicine. And sometimes the cliche broke college student makes the same sacrifice. The Low Income Home Energy...

As the DeKalb area and its economy continue to grow, temporary labor is becoming increasingly important for local companies. Kay Robinson, branch manager at Furst Staffing in Sycamore, said although it is difficult to offer an exact figure due to rapid...