Batavia Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Kane County decreased recently.

City Of Batavia: July 4th Fireworks Event & Traffic Advisory

Batavia is hosting their annual fireworks sky concert on Sunday, July 4, 2021. Observation areas for the show will be at Engstrom Park o ...

Kane County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Batavia area compares to Illinois for coronavirus vaccinations.

City Of Batavia: WATERING RESTRICTIONS

See the latest announcement from the City of Batavia.

City Of Batavia: Wilson Street Bridge Maintenance

The City has scheduled preventative maintenance for the Wilson St. Bridge starting on Monday, June 14, 2021. The bridge deck will be pow ...

Unemployment Decreases In Batavia Area: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Kane County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

City Of Batavia: Batavia Fox River Corridor Planning Continues

See the latest announcement from the City of Batavia.

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Batavia Area?

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the Batavia area compares.

Batavia City, School Races: 2021 Election Results

Many candidates in the Batavia area faced no opponents in their races during the 2021 Consolidated Election.

Batavia Voters To Elect City, School Leaders Tuesday

Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday.

Federal Taxes In Kane County: How Do Yours Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Kane County neighbors.

Batavia Voter Guide: 2021 Local Elections

Here's everything you need to know about voting in the 2021 Consolidated Election in Batavia.

Where To Vote Early In Batavia During 2021 Election: Map

Check out our map of Kane County early voting locations to see where you can cast your ballot ahead of the April 6 election.

Early Voting Underway In Batavia For 2021 Election

Kane County voters can now cast their ballots at the clerk’s offices in Aurora and Geneva. More locations are set to open next week.

Batavia To Get $294K In Rebuild Illinois Transportation Grants

Illinois is sending $250 million in transportation grants to help counties, municipalities and townships address their transportation needs.

Batavia Moves Forward With Zoning Plan For Marijuana Dispensaries

The Batavia City Council is reacting to strong public support in November for opening recreational marijuana dispensaries in the city.

Batavia Voters Must Apply For Mail-In Ballots For 2021 Elections

Kane County mailed applications to more than 200,000 registered voters in 2020 due to the coronavirus, but that will not continue in 2021.

Kane And DuPage Counties Move To Tier 1 COVID-19 Mitigations

Region 8 has changed its rules due to coronavirus metrics.

City Of Batavia Explains Current Coronavirus Mitigations

Region 8 is currently in Tier 2 mitigations to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Batavia Renters Could Get Help From $15M Kane County Program

Kane County is set to receive about $15 million in federal funding for emergency rental relief, which could help thousands in the area.

Batavia Mental Health Agencies Earn Grants From Geneva Board

The Geneva Mental Health Board recently awarded $200,000 to 13 nonprofit agencies in the area to support their services amid the pandemic.

City Of Batavia Provides Details On New Federal Stimulus Bill

The plan icludes another round of stimulus checks of $600.

City Of ​Batavia Adjusts Refuse Collection During Holidays

The City of Batavia's will also collect live Christmas trees on the weeks of Dec. 28 and Jan. 4.

​City Of Batavia Launches New Electronic Utility Payment System

Batavia residents who make electronic utility payments must set up a new account, the city announced.

Batavia City Hall Restricts Public Access Due To Tier 3 Move

Due to Tier 3 restrictions in place starting Friday, Batavia City Hall will be restricting access at some facilities until further notice.

Underwood Projected To Win Reelection

The race for Illinois's 14th District had been neck and neck since Election Night.

'Landslide' Victory For Recreational Marijuana Sales In Batavia

More than 61 percent of Batavia voters supported allowing recreational marijuana dispensaries to open within the city.

Oberweis Declares Victory Over Underwood In 14th District Race

Oberweis had a narrow lead of less than 1,000 votes over incumbent Democrat Lauren Underwood in the 14th Congressional District.

Problems At The Polls In Batavia? Let Patch Know

If you've experienced any issues at the polls, we want to hear from you.

Voting In Batavia: Everything You Need To Know

Here's what you need to know before heading out to vote on Election Day.

Recreational Marijuana Sales On The Ballot In Batavia

Voters in Batavia are being asked whether recreational marijuana dispensaries should be allowed to open within city limits.

Batavia Voter Guide: 2020 General Election

Everything you need to know about voting in the Nov. 3 election, including early and mail-in voting, grace-period registration and more.

Batavia Closes Billing Office After Employee Catches Coronavirus

The city's utility billing office will be closed until at least Nov. 6 after one of its three employees tested positive for the coronavirus.

Batavia Restaurants Warned For Indoor Service Amid Restrictions

The eateries could face orders to disperse or misdemeanor charges if they continue serving customers inside, according to city notices.

National Vote Early Day: What To Know In Batavia

Over 40 million Americans have already voted in the 2020 general election. Here’s how to join them on national Vote Early Day.

Early Voting Now Open At City Hall

Voting will be set up in Council Chambers and voters can only use the entrance on the south end of the building.

New Restrictions Start Friday In Batavia: What To Know

State officials have imposed new restrictions in Region 8 after a surge in coronavirus cases. Here’s what that means for you.

Batavia Gets $1.55M In Coronavirus Relief; Recovery To Take Years

Top official says Batavia’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic will take at least three years, even if vaccines were ready in January.

Batavia To Equip Police With Body Cameras In 2021

The city is set to spend $140,000 over five years to lease body cameras and other equipment for all of its officers, according to a report.

Batavia Unemployment Doubles Since August 2019

Batavia posted an unemployment rate of 7.6 percent in August, up from 3.7 percent 12 months prior.