Geneva
Facing Foreclosure And Eviction, Family Finds Winning Lotto Ticket
The timing couldn’t have been better for a family from north suburban Geneva when they hit the jackpot after finding some old Lotto tickets stuffed in a cookie jar.
Another Suburb Ditches Red Light Cameras
The city of Geneva is the latest to end its program to catch red-light runners with cameras. Its two cameras, on Randall Road at Fargo Boulevard and Williamsburg Avenue, are being removed after the 3-year period for the program ended this past weekend.
Teachers In Geneva To Go On Strike Monday
Carol Young, president of the Geneva Education Association
Fall In Lake Geneva
Planning a weekend getaway? Located 80 miles from Chicagoland, Lake Geneva, WI, provides a perfect escape for Chicagoans trying to avoid expensive plane fare or hours in the car. Though Lake Geneva, is known for its waterfront, beaches, festivals and resorts, that doesn’t mean it’s only a warm weather town. Many places feature seasonal activities and ways to see the beautiful fall color changes at the lake.
Fire Damages State Bank Of Geneva
Investigators in the western suburbs are looking for the cause of an early morning fire at a bank.
Chicago’s Gourmet Caramel Apples
Nothing screams fall like crunching into a delicious caramel apple. There are a few places around Chicago, and one just a little further, to satisfy this craving that comes at this time of year. They also make great hostess gifts, or a dessert if sliced…
Geneva School Officials Surprised At Teachers’ Contract Impasse
The Geneva Education Association apparently has declared an impasse in negotiations with the school board, and administration officials were surprised to hear it.
Historic Chicago Viking Ship May Finally Get Permanent Home
A historic ship that has been looking for a Chicago home for years may finally get its chance.
Local Official: Cubs Farm Team Would Be Great For Kane County
A local community leader thinks it would be a great idea for the Chicago Cubs’ farm team to move to Kane County.
1 Dead In Accident Involving Motorcycle, Semi In Geneva
One person is dead following a motorcycle accident involving a semi-trailer truck in Geneva.
Brush Fires Shut Down Road, Metra Line
The persistent dry conditions have led to brush fires in the Chicago area, which grew so severe Tuesday afternoon that they shut down a Metra train line and a major roadway.
Broken Window, ‘Suspicious’ Envelope Prompt School Lockdown
A west suburban elementary school was put on lockdown Monday morning after someone broke a window, then placed a “suspicious” envelope inside an office area.
Kane Reviewing Its Use Of Riverboat Funds
The Kane County Board’s riverboat subcommittee is recommending some revisions in how the county distributes 2012 proceeds from the Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin.
Proposal Would Allow Bikers To Treat Some Red Lights As Stop Signs
If Gov. Pat Quinn goes along, motorcyclists could start treating some red lights the same way as stop signs.
Suburban Man Charged With Possessing Child Porn
A west suburban man has been charged with 15 counts of child pornography after police allegedly found images and videos in his home early Tuesday.
Batavia Teen Hurt In Deadly Crash Making Progress, Family Says
As one west suburban family prepared to bury their teen daughter killed in a Kane County crash, the survivor’s family cautiously celebrated some positive signs Thursday.
Salesman Charged With Bilking Investors Out Of $5M
A Geneva salesman has been charged with defrauding investors in four Las Vegas companies out of more than $5 million in a Ponzi scheme.
Man’s Body Found In Forest Preserve
A man’s body has been found along a suburban bike path.
Stink Bugs Spotted In Chicago Area
First it was the Asian long-horned beetle, then the emerald ash borer. And now, the stink bug has made it to the Chicago area.
Geneva Restaurant Closes After 78 Years
The doors are closed for good at a landmark restaurant in the Fox River valley.
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- Mother Of Student Pushed Down School Stairs ‘Enraged’ At Security GuardNew video surfaced Friday that appears to show sophomore Lauren Goodlow being pushed by a male security guard. CBS 2's Dorothy Tucker reports.329
- House Passes Concealed Carry Plan Opposed By Senate LeaderGun owners in the only state still banning concealed weapons would win that right under a plan approved by the Illinois House on Friday, but the governor and other powerful Democrats oppose the plan because it would wipe out local gun ordinances -- including Chicago's ban on assault weapons.220
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- Store Owner Kidnapped In Pilsen, SUV StolenPolice said the 78-year-old man was closing the store in the 1100 block of West 18th Street when a group of men threw a pillowcase over his head, hit him in the face, and forced him into his own SUV.248
- Man Found Shot To Death In Zion Supermarket Parking LotThe man found shot to death in a parking in north suburban Zion on Thursday afternoon has been identified as a Waukegan resident.152
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