Author: Fox Valley Magazine

Two people have been apprehended and charged with first-degree murder in relation to the fatal shooting of Coreon Davis in Naperville last Sunday. DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin and Naperville Interim Chief of Police Jason Arres announced Friday that bond has been set for two individuals charged with first-degree murder following an altercation in a Naperville parking lot this past week. The accused, a 20 year-old man from Bellwood and a 19 year-old woman from Aurora, each appeared at a bond hearing this morning where Judge Ann Celine O’Hallaren Walsh set bond at $4 million. Both have been…

The Aurora Police Department is seeking to identify a person of interest in a shots fired investigation in the Hometown neighborhood. On Monday, August 23rd, officers responded to the 1000 block of Symphony Drive in reference to shots fired. During the course of the investigation, detectives have identified this person as a possible suspect in the shooting. If you have any information or know this person, please call APD’s Investigations Division at (630) 256-5500. Information can also be reported anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at (630) 892-1000. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards up to $5,000 and anonymity to people who…

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting Thursday for K.C. and Curt Gulbro’s latest venue, Copper Fox on Third Street in Geneva. The father and son owners cut the ribbon surrounded by their employees and supporters, including City of Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns and Alderman Gabe Kaven. Copper Fox, which opened in April, is a combination “craft bar and event space” residing in the former Wildfire venue on Third Street in Geneva. The venture includes an upscale bar open to the public and two event spaces available for group outings, corporate events, weddings and similar gatherings. It’s kind…

In partnership with the American Legion, the City of Elgin will host its annual September 11 Remembrance Ceremony on Saturday, September 11 at 9:00 a.m. at the newly renovated Civic Center Plaza, located behind City Hall within the Robert Gilliam Municipal Complex.All are invited to attend this service, on the 20th Anniversary of 9/11, to remember those in public service who lost their lives and to honor those who continue to serve today. The ceremony will feature speakers and the national anthem will be performed by the Baptist Providence College Ensemble.  This ceremony is free to the public and limited seating will be available. Participants may…

Six Aurora firefighters were deployed to New York City immediately following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. After a non-stop sixteen-hour drive to New York, they worked for four intense days on rescue and recovery efforts. They returned home, forever impacted by what they experienced. Two decades later, the six heroes will be special guests at Aurora’s September 11 Ceremony to commemorate the 20th anniversary of that fateful day. Hosted by the Aurora Fire Department, the Aurora Police, and Mayor Richard C. Irvin, the ceremony will begin at 7:45 a.m. on Saturday, September 11 at the RiverEdge Park Bridge, 360…

Saturday Farmer & Artisan Market @ The Rustic Fox, North Aurora All the best in locally grown fruits and vegetables, plants, flowers, decadent baked goods, pastry items, food trucks, delicious coffee, one-of-a-kind artisan items and more! And don’t forget to stop in the store and shop over 150 vendors offering furniture, decor, clothing, jewelry, kids, baby, handmade, vintage, antiques, and so much more!!! Time: 9am – 2pm Where: The Rustic Fox 1790 Towne Center Dr. North Aurora, IL 60542 Conveniently located right off I88 & Orchard Rd. FREE ENTRY FREE PARKING Click here for a list of vendors. Batavia Farmers…

The market is a rain or shine event that continues until Mid-October.

The Cook County medical examiner has identified a man killed in Sunday’s shooting in Naperville. 18-year-old Coreon Davis died late Wednesday morning at Loyola Medical Center in Maywood. from wounds suffered in the shooting. A second man injured during the shooting has been released from hospital. The Naperville Police Department announced Tuesday that they have a suspect in custody in connection with the Sunday shooting of two men in Naperville. The statement indicated that the department continues to follow up on all leads and information. The two men were shot Sunday afternoon in the 600 block of Amersale Drive in…

Attention Bulls and Blackhawks fans.  If you want to see your guys perform live this winter, you’re going to have to show your papers. The United Center announced today that, effective immediately, all guests coming to the UC will need to show either proof of full vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR or antigen test prior to the event. The UC emphasized that certain events and experiences may require additional health and safety guidelines at the request of promoters, touring artists or league protocols. The UC indicated that it will accept printed or digital proof of vaccination or…

The Venue in Aurora puts the emphasis on songwriting as two gritty but lyrical talents hit the stage this weekend. Michael McDermott Friday, September 3, 8pm Advance General Admission Terrace $30 (Seat provided) Advance General Admission Lawn seats $25. Bring Your Own Chair or blanket. +$5 door *This is a rain or shine outdoor concert. Simply put, What in the World (Pauper Sky Records 2020), is a rock and roll/singer-songwriter tour de force in a career full of them. “I could have been a contender,” Michael sings, and in the heroic context of the music it comes off not so much a sigh…