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Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Oswego OKs annexation agreement for 320-unit residential development

The Oswego Village Board recently approved an annexation agreement and rezoning for Polo Crossing, a proposed mixed-use residential development planned for a site south of the intersection of Secretariat Lane and Wolf’s Crossing.

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Aurora to host town halls on proposed 2026 city budget next two Saturdays

The city of Aurora is planning to host town halls on the next two Saturdays about the proposed 2026 budget, which includes significant funding and staffing cuts.

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Junior defensive end Ethan Pilip, a converted running back, piles up big plays for Oswego. ‘Found his home.’

Ethan Pilip, who starts out at running back, makes difference as defensive end as Oswego reaches state quarterfinals.

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Rick Armstrong’s high school football rankings and second round players of the week for the Aurora-Elgin area

Aurora Christian moves up a spot in the rankings, while Batavia maintains grip on top spot.

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Aurora salutes its veterans during downtown parade: ‘Without our veterans, we wouldn’t have a country’

Tuesday morning, Aurora joined the rest of the country in honoring our nation’s heroes as the annual Veterans Day parade in the city began just after 10:15 a.m. at the intersection of Downer Place and Water Street.

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Kane County Board OKs measure in support of immigrant rights

The board is also considering drafting an ordinance banning immigration enforcement on county-owned property.

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Pumpkin smash events get Kane County residents in the swing of composting

The pumpkin smash events are designed to reduce the number of pumpkins ending up in landfills. Instead, the pumpkins are broken apart and used as compost.

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Supreme Court weighing Mississippi mail-in ballot case that could have major impact on Illinois voting laws

Conservatives want mail-in ballots to be counted no later than Election Day. Illinois allows ballots postmarked or certified by Election Day to be counted up to 14 days after the election.

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