Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In St. Charles Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Kane County and across IL.

History Museum Gets $19,300 Grant For Artifact Preservation

The St. Charles History Museum will use the money to purchase hygrothermographs, UV-ray filters for windows and extra security

Navy Sailor Killed In Pearl Harbor Identified As St. Charles Man

Leslie Delles, who was 21 when he died in 1941, was finally identified using DNA sampling after he was killed in the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Blood Donors Needed In St. Charles Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

People who donate through the Red Cross between May 1 and 15 are eligible for an Amazon gift card.

Rental Assistance Available In St. Charles

The state program is accepting landlord applications now and will begin the renter application process in June.

City Seeks Feedback On St. Charles Newsletter

A survey is open until May 26 for residents to provide thoughts on The Den newsletter.

Hydrant Flushing Scheduled In St. Charles

Hydrant maintenance will occur at 9 a.m. on May 10 at the new ​multi-use building on the Kane County Judicial Center campus in St. Charles.

St. Charles Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

There is no wait period for blood donations after receiving a coronavirus vaccine dose.

Help an adult learn English

Tutor Training starts May 11

Buy Local. Sell Local. Support Local Shops In The Fox Valley Area

Our local-only online marketplace allows customers to shop their favorite shops in the Fox Valley area...all in one convenient transaction.

American Youth Symphony Orchestra - Auditions (4/18)

Calling All Young Musicians - AYSO offers a unique musical training experience for Chicagoland's best young artists

Mayor, City Administrator Issue Final Address

Outgoing St. Charles Mayor Raymond Rogina a City Administrator Mark Koenen expressed gratitude and talked about what's next.

Spring Clean-Up Event Will Not Take Place In St. Charles This Year

The program "will be reevaluated for a future year, when the projected impact of COVID-19 on the City budget is expected to be less."

St. Charles Police Department Invites Public Comment For Accreditation Assessment

Members of the community are invited to offer comments at a public information session April 13.

Live Easter Bunnies A Terrible Idea: Alternatives In St. Charles

Rabbits are the third most abandoned pet at animal shelters. But there are plenty of pets in St. Charles waiting for adoption.

Blue Goose, Meijer: Easter Grocery Store Hours In St. Charles

Most pharmacies in St. Charles will remain open on the Sunday holiday, though some grocery chains will be closed.

St. Charles Breaks Down City Budget During COVID-19 Pandemic

"Our proactive approach to anticipating the loss in revenue has kept City finances stable throughout this national public health crisis."

St. Charles To Close Portions Of 1st Street And Walnut Avenue

The move will allow more outdoor public seating to help restaurants and bars during statewide COVID-19 mitigations.

St. Charles Releases Results From 1st Street Plaza Expansion Survey

More than 1,000 public comments were made on the plan to expand the plaza.

City Of St. Charles Visitors Cultural Commission Solicits Requests For Funding

Organizations that "support and promote tourism, culture, history and the arts in St. Charles" can submit requests until April 23.

St. Charles Offers Two Weeks Of Free Yard Waste Collection

LRS will pick up bagged yard waste on normal refuse collection days for free the weeks of March 22 and March 29.

St. Charles Offering Two Weeks Of Free Yard Waste Collection

LRS will pick up bagged yard waste on normal refuse collection days the weeks of March 22 and March 29 for free; no sticker is required.

Parade Off, Bagpipers To Serenade St. Charles For St. Pat’s Day

The St. Patrick's Day parade may be cancelled, but St. Charles is still set to celebrate Saturday, with bagpipers, a treasure hunt and more.

City Of St. Charles: Read The Latest Issue Of City ENews

The Den is now available online; residents can sign up now to have it sent to their email inboxes.

St. Charles Police & Fire Support Special Olympics Polar Plunge

This year's "Plunge At Home" event will take place virtually.

How To Contact Your St. Charles Alderman

The City website contains an easy way for residents to find out which ward they are in and how to contact Aldermen.

Water Main Flushing Set For Friday At Audi Exchange

The test will take place at 9 a.m. Feb. 26.

Ash Wednesday Starts Lent 2021 In St. Charles

See where Ash Wednesday services are being held in St. Charles.

Snowstorm Hits St. Charles Again: How Much Fell?

More than a foot of snow fell in parts of northeastern Illinois during Monday's storm, with many residents still digging out.

City Warns Residents: Beware Of COVID-19 Vaccination Scams

"Ignore emails, texts, phone calls or letters that claim they can get you a reserved spot on the waiting list for a fee."

City Of St. Charles Buildings Reopen, In-Person Public Meetings Resume

The region has moved into Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois plan.

City Of St. Charles Announces 1st Street Plaza Expansion Project Plans

The new public space will "offer a central location for fairs and festivals, entertainment and events, or just enjoying the views."

City Issues List Of Nominating Petition Filings For April Consolidated Election

Mayoral and alderman candidates filed petitions in December.

St. Charles 708 Community Health Board To Consider Funding Requests

An annual meeting will be held Feb. 23 with time, location and remote participation options still pending.

City Shares Nominating Petition Filings For April Consolidate Election

Packets were filed with the City Clerk Dec. 21.

Blue Goose, ALDI: New Year’s 2020 St. Charles Grocery Store Hours

Find out when you can pick up last-minute additions to your New Year’s menu from Blue Goose Market, ALDI and other stores in St. Charles.

6 Quarantine New Year's Eve Ideas To Ring In 2021 In St. Charles

Saying goodbye to a year we’d like to forget doesn’t have to be boring. Here’s how to safely celebrate New Year's in St. Charles.

St. Charles Police, Firefighters Donate To Local Nonprofits

Police raised $2,100 through “No Shave November” for a local homeless shelter, and firefighters donated $500 to Tri City Health Partnership.

Santa Tracker 2020: When St. Nick Arrives In St. Charles

While you celebrate Christmas at home, see when Santa Claus and his reindeer are scheduled to arrive in St. Charles.

Gold Coin Worth $1,100 Found In St. Charles Salvation Army Kettle

The 1978 Russian Olympic gold coin is one of 30 gold and silver coins donated to the Salvation Army in Illinois this holiday season.

Meijer, ALDI: Christmas 2020 Grocery Store Hours In St. Charles

Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Christmas dinner additions from Meijer, ALDI and other grocery stores in St. Charles.

Travel Like A Local: Submit Your Town For Our 2018 Travel Guide

Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.