Unemployment Rate Improves In Oswego Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Kendall County decreased recently.

Kendall County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Oswego area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Village Gets Green Light — And $91,820 — For Road Reconstruction

Wolf's Crossing Road is expected to undergo 10 segments of reconstruction. The entire project could take a decade to complete.

Oswego Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

Kendall County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Oswego To Discuss Alternate Water Sources In Tuesday Meeting

It's currently projected the village's water source will be depleted by 2050. Current water usage and alternatives will be discussed June 8.

Broadband Speed In Oswego Area: See Local Data

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

Village Of Oswego Investigates Moving Toward Railroad Quiet Zone

The $1.2 million project could take two years to complete, but with more people coming to downtown businesses, safety remains a priority.

Federal Tax Refunds In Kendall County: How Do Yours Compare?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in Kendall County.

Police Reform Bill 'Drastically' Affects Law Enforcement: Sheriff

Sheriff Dwight Baird said the criminal justice reform will "eliminate law enforcement in your communities as we know it."

Early Voting In Oswego Starts Feb. 25: See Where To Vote

Residents can vote at the Office of the Kendall County Clerk starting Feb. 25 for the April consolidated election.

Oswego Fire District To Seek Voter Approval For Property Tax Hike

The district estimates the increase in property taxes for the average homeowner will be under $75.

Fewer Charges Filed By Kendall Co. State's Attorney In 2020

Felony charges dropped by 6 percent, whereas misdemeanor charges saw a decrease of 16 percent in comparison to 2019.

12 Petitions For Oswego Township Government Have Been Filed

As of Tuesday, a dozen candidates have already filed their petitions, which will be accepted through Dec. 21.

Trump's Vote In Kendall Co. Declines Since 2016 General Election

This is the second time in 160 years of Kendall County's history that a Republican presidential candidate has not won majority votes.

How Is Voting Going In Oswego: Tell Us

Patch wants to know how the voting process went for you, whether you stood in line or mailed your ballot in.

Nearly 68% Kendall Co. Vote-By-Mail Ballots Returned, Accepted

County Clerk Debbie Gillette said initial results will be posted by 9 p.m. Tuesday, but the final tallies will be available Nov. 24.

Voting In Oswego: Everything You Need To Know

Follow safety guidelines from state health officials when going out to vote in person.

Oswego Voter Guide 2020

Early voting started Oct. 12 at Oswego Village Hall located at 100 Parkers Mill.

National Vote Early Day: What To Know In Oswego

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

Record Number Of Kendall Co. Residents Are Voting Early

County Clerk Debbie Gillette said the Oswego Village Hall site has been the busiest so far and as of Tuesday, 2,900 people voted there.

Unemployment Up 200% In Kendall County Since August 2019

The coronavirus drove Kendall County's unemployment rate to 9.6 percent in August, up from 3.2 percent a year ago.

Oswego Unemployment Climbs Over 200% Since August 2019

Oswego posted an unemployment rate of 9.3 percent in August, up from 2.8 percent 12 months prior.

Early Voting In Oswego Starts Oct. 12: See Where To Vote

Residents can vote at the Oswego Village Hall from Oct. 12. Other locations will also serve as early voting places.

SIGN UP NOW for Community Blood Drive Sept. 21 in Yorkville

Donations are by appointment only, and can be scheduled by registering on Sen. Oberweis’ legislative Web site.

Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Kendall County

ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Kendall County from voting.

Free Drive-Thru Flu Shot event is Sept. 2 in North Aurora

Mark your calendars! The free Drive-Thru Flu Shot event Sept. 2 is hosted by Sen. Jim Oberweis and Rep. Keith Wheeler.

Mark your calendars for Sept. 2 Drive-Thru Flu Shot event!

Sen. Oberweis and Rep. Wheeler to host free Drive-Thru Flu Shot event Sept. 2 in North Aurora

Letter to editor about ethics reform by Senator Jim Oberweis

Senator Oberweis questions the timing of the Senate Democrats' ethics reforms

Kendall Co. Residents Encouraged To Vote By Mail Amid Pandemic

Kendall Co. Clerk Debbie Gillette said voting by mail is a "safe, secure and convenient" alternative to in-person voting.

Village Resumes In-Person Meeting As Cases Continue To Rise

Starting Aug. 1, attendance and public participation options via Zoom or other remote platforms will no longer be provided.​

SIGN UP NOW for Blood Drive July 21 in Elburn

Sen. Oberweis and Rep. Wheeler to host “Together We Can Save Lives” Blood Drive at the American Legion Post 630, 112 N. Main St. in Elburn.

Campton Hills Resident To Challenge Wheeler For 50th District

Kate Monteleone announced that she is running against incumbent state Rep. Keith Wheeler (R-Oswego) in the Nov. 3 election.​

Sen. Oberweis, Rep. Wheeler to host Blood Drive July 21 in Elburn

Donate blood at a free “Together We Can Save Lives” Blood Drive July 21 in Elburn.

More Than $30K Spent Quelling Aurora Riots: Kendall Co. Sheriff

Sheriff Dwight Baird said $32,000 was spent in overtime to help Aurora police respond to riots May 31-June 1.

All Oswego Employees Should Undergo Bias Training: Mayor

Village President Troy Parlier in his statement Tuesday said George Floyd's death is one of the most "disgusting acts I have ever seen."

Unemployment Insurance Benefit Extended: Rep. Wheeler

Rep. Wheeler negotiated a bill on behalf of the Republicans and the governor signed it on Friday, giving 20 more weeks of benefits.

'No Justified Reason' For The Killing Of George Floyd: Sheriff

"I have never seen such an abuse of police power," Kendall County Sheriff Dwight Baird said in a release on Friday.

Pritzker Is Abusing 'Emergency Rule Making': Rep. Wheeler

Rep. Keith Wheeler does not support Pritzker's emergency rule, says those "trying to survive" should not be punished.

Oberweis calls for lawmaker input into Governor's re-opening plan

The Governor’s plan to re-open Illinois needs the input of all of the state’s diverse regions, says Senator Oberweis.

Village Introduces Public Comments Via Phone Call During Meetings

In compliance with the stay-at-home order, residents are encouraged to participate remotely, call in before meetings to deliver a comment.