Author: Fox Valley Magazine

On Monday, August, at approximately 11:00 a.m., authorities located the body of 58-year-old Lisa M. Raska during an extensive search of a heavily wooded area near Prospect Avenue and North Avenue in Streamwood. Her cause of death is unknown pending an autopsy. At the moment, police do not suspect foul play. Raska was first reported missing by a family member on Saturday, July 31, at approximately 11:50 a.m. She was last seen leaving her residence on foot at approximately 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 30, 2021. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office is expected to conduct an autopsy sometime in…

A 22 year-old Bartlett man was shot Saturday evening and taken to a local hospital.  No information about his condition is available at this time. At approximately 11:00 p.m. Saturday evening, Bartlett police responded to the area of Harbor Terrace and Island Court to investigate a shooting incident, where they discovered a 22-year-old male victim who had suffered a non-life-threatening single gunshot wound. Preliminary information indicates that a white Dodge Durango pulled up behind the victim, who was standing near a parked vehicle on Harbor Terrace at the time, after which three men exited the vehicle with at least one…

On Thursday evening, Copper Fox in downtown Geneva will be hosting its 5th annual Luau in support of St. Jude Children’s Hospital. The night will include: Polynesian Buffet Hula Dancers performing 7-8 PM. Featured Hawaiian drinks Live Music by Ron Porter The cost is $50 per person for food and entertainment, plus tax and gratuity. Time: 6-9pm; Hula Dancing from 7-8 Place: Copper Fox, 477 S. 3rd Street, Suite 190 in Geneva.

Sorry.  After so much recent bad news, we just wanted to offer something happy. The best news… this man learns he’s found his donor. 😭🙌 😭(🎥:alyssa_lalmond) pic.twitter.com/6zDQTk3MM9 — GoodNewsCorrespondent (@GoodNewsCorres1) August 8, 2021

Bartlett native Kelsey Robinson and the USA Women’s Volleyball Team defeated Brazil 3-0 last night to win the United States first-ever Olympic gold medal in women’s volleyball. Robinson, an outside hitter playing in her second Olympics, picked up her second medal, adding gold to the bronze the team won in 2016. Robinson was born in Wheaton but grew up in Bartlett, while going to high school at St. Francis High School in Wheaton, then attending the University of Nebraska on a volleyball scholarship. Previously, the United States had won three silver medals and two bronze since first getting on the…

A second teenager has died following Tuesday’s single-car crash in Bartlett. Sixteen year-old Cameron Kelty of Bartlett passed away yesterday as a result of injuries suffered in the crash which also took the life of fellow passenger Alex E. Czerwik, who was pronounced dead at the scene. At approximately 9:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Bartlett Police Department responded to the intersection of Newport Lane and Devon Avenue to investigate a fatal car crash involving a single vehicle. Bartlett Police alleged a 16-year-old male was driving a 2021 Honda Civic westbound on Devon Avenue from Newport Boulevard when his vehicle struck a…

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 Naperville Food Truck festival returns to the Naper Settlement Saturday, August 6. This year’s event will feature 30+ of the area’s best food trucks, live DJ entertainment, a face painter, a beer garden, a bubble artist and a vendor village featuring local businesses. This is a family friendly event with lots of food, entertainment for the kids and everyone can enjoy the historical grounds. Want first dibs at your favorite food trucks? The festival offers an Early Eater Ticket ($10 in advance online or $15 on event day). Arrive between 11am-1pm for exclusive access to the trucks before the…

Show off your cooking skills at the 27th Annual State Championship Chili Cook-Off! Fox Valley Magazine’s own Kevin Ketchum will be a judge this year. Don’t want to compete? Come to eat! Tasting spoons available for $5 suggested donation. Or come on down to the Riverwalk to beat the heat with our Chili COOL-Off activities. To enter the competition, please register in advance. There are 4 competition categories: Illinois State Championship Cook-Off (CASI), traditional chili division, junior division (NEW!), and community organization division (NEW!) CASI Division Rule book | Official Entry Form | Traditional, Community, Junior Division Rules 1:30pm Chili…

At approximately 8:52 p.m. Thursday evening, Elgin police officers responded to the 300 block of S. Belmont Ave. for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival evidence of a shooting was located. No injuries or property damage has been reported at this time. This is the 38th reported shooting incident in Elgin this year, putting the city on pace to match it’s 2016 all-time record of 64. If you have information that may assist, please call 847-289-2600. You may also text a tip to 847411 and include ElginPD at the beginning of the message.