NIU police say a woman was robbed at 7:53 p.m. Wednesday at 820 N. Annie Glidden Road.The woman was returning to her car after delivering food when she saw a man going through the car. He saw her returning to the car and grabbed an envelope with cash...
Two inmates were injured when a semitruck crashed into the back of the DeKalb County Sheriff’s transportation van Monday in Yorkville.A deputy was transporting four inmates to Kendall County Jail on Route 47 when he stopped the transportation van because...
Classes resumed at DeKalb High School after a natural gas leak outside of the building was sealed today.The DeKalb fire department and Nicor Gas Company responded to a call at 10:51 A.M. for a possible natural gas leak at the high school, police said....
Aldermen and locals showed concern Monday at City Council over a city website update that proposes a cost $36,000 over budget.The update would be used to align the website with regulations concerning the Americans with Disabilities Act. A proposed cost...
Out on a Whim’s owner considered retiring once the shop hit its 15th anniversary, but he’s decided to stay.The anniversary of the store, 127 E. Lincoln Highway, is March 2. Owner Kenny Weinstock said despite considering retiring after his 15th year,...
The following was taken directly from area police and fire department records, or from DeKalb County court records. Anyone mentioned is presumed innocent until proved guilty in a court of law.Jan. 31• William Morris, 24, of DeKalb, was charged with...
The following was taken directly from area police and fire department records, or from DeKalb County court records. Anyone mentioned is presumed innocent until proved guilty in a court of law.Jan. 28• Mason C. Forest, 23, of DeKalb, was charged with...
State police are warning drivers to be careful on ice- and snow-covered roads, according to a news release.Drivers have been asked to reduce their speed and drive with caution, according to the release. Stranded drivers should remain inside their cars...
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Editor's Note: An earlier version of this story said Shelby Devitt was an administrative intern. Devitt is an administrative assistant.The Egyptian Theatre will host a screening of the documentary “Scouts Honor: Inside a Marching Brotherhood” Feb....
The DeKalb Fire Department is asking residents to clear the snow around fire hydrants to increase accessibility.A Monday news release asks residents to not stack or pile snow on fire hydrants when clearing driveways or sidewalks to ensure fire hydrants...
Metra has increased its onboard penalty fee from $3 to $5, according to its website.Part of the funds raised by the fare increase will go toward financing costs of $400 million in bonds to help update Metra’s system, CEO Don Orseno said.The increase...
