Author: Fox Valley Magazine

Wine selections available at local wine stores and wineries in the Fox Valley area WinderleaBounteous, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2021. “Biodynamic agriculture is a whole farm approach that combines intense natural practices commonly found in organic farming along with the addition of unique preparations intended to stimulate plant and biological life as well as to bring the farm into balance with the natural rhythms of the earth, the sun, the moon, and the other planets.” ~ Winery Notes An expressive blend of Pinot noir is made of some of Winderlea’s most prized vineyard sites. Bright and lively aromatics of…

By HANNAH MEISELCapitol News Illinois A federal jury on Tuesday convicted three ex-lobbyists and the former CEO of electric utility Commonwealth Edison for their involvement in an alleged bribery scheme aimed at longtime Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. Former ComEd CEO Anne Pramaggiore and Mike McClain – the utility’s longtime contract lobbyist and close confidant of Madigan – were each found guilty of nine counts of conspiracy bribery and falsifying records. Former City Club of Chicago President Jay Doherty, who also served for decades as an external lobbyist for the utility, and John Hooker, a former ComEd executive turned contract…

Two days of wine, beer and music. Saturday and Sunday, May 1 and May 2.

As part of the annual Fox Valley Arts Ramble, artwork will be on display in venues in St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia from 10 – 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 3.  The Arts Ramble is a collaborative effort between the Fine Line Creative Arts Center and the St. Charles Arts Council. “The Fox River Arts Ramble began in 2017 as a invitation for the public to witness first hand the level of talent that lives here in the Fox River Valley,” stated Kathryn Hill, Executive Director of the St. Charles Arts Council. “New this year is our Passport Program. Participants who…

Darieln A. Moran Sanchez was driving his Ford Explorer westbound on I-90, probably thinking he was in the clear. That changed abruptly when he was stopped by Illinois State Troopers for a traffic violation. He’s now facing a minimum of 27 years in prison. On September 5, 2020, at about 10 a.m., Illinois State Police troopers who were westbound on Interstate 90 stopped a Ford Explorer that Moran Sanchez, 25, was driving after a traffic infraction west of Illinois Route 47. A lawful search of the vehicle produced 1,005 grams of cocaine, 446 grams of methamphetamine and more than 200…

The Aurora Police Department is asking for assistance locating 26-year-old Trevon Lawson. Lawson, an Aurora resident, was last seen the morning of April 17th in Schaumburg, IL. Lawson is believed to be driving a gold 2003 Nissan sedan with Illinois registration DV14407. Name: Trevon Lawson Age: 26 Description: 5’10”, medium build Last Scene: Schaumburg, IL on 04/16/23 Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Altima, gold, IL DV14407 Anyone with information is asked to contact Investigations at 630-256-5500 or the non-emergency number 630-256-5900.

A 2020 felony conviction for burglary; a 2011 felony conviction for delivering cocaine; a 2001 felony conviction for delivering cocaine near a school; a 1998 felony conviction for delivering cocaine; a 1989 felony conviction for delivering cocaine; a 1988 felony conviction for burglary and a 1980 felony conviction for armed robbery. Sixty-one-year-old James Johnson of Elgin has been committing crimes since 1980. Forthy-three years. And yet somehow he was on the streets, enabled to commit what is likely his last crime, unlawful delivery of a controlled substance, Class 1 felony. Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie L. Mosser announced that Johnson…

Naperville police are investigating what they term a “targeted” attack on a Naperville west side man early Sunday morning. At approximately 12:45 a.m. on Sunday, Naperville Police Officers responded to the 1500 block of west Jefferson to a report of a fight in progress as well as shots fired. Responding officers located a victim who had been injured from being battered and found no one that had been struck by gunfire. The alleged offenders had fled the area in an unknown vehicle prior to police arrival. The preliminary investigation indicates that the victim of the battery had been involved in…

According to a release from the Elgin Fire Department, on Sunday afternoon just after 4:00 p.m., members of the Elgin Fire Department responded to the 1100 block of Forest Drive for a report of a possible structure fire. Responding fire companies arrived in approximately 4 minutes of and found heavy smoke and fire in the rear and attic of a single family home. Crews were able to extinguish the fire within 20 minutes of arrival using 3 hoselines. Damage from the fire was extensive and initially estimated to exceed $300,000. The occupant of the home was able to exit prior to the arrival of the Fire Department…

Returning to the Naper Settlement, the heart of downtown Naperville, the 2023 Naperville Food Truck Festival, featuring 25+ of the area’s best food trucks, live entertainment, Cinco de Mayo beer garden and a vendor village featuring face painter, mega bubble artist, balloon artist, kids tatoo artist. This is a family friendly event with food & entertainment for kids plus everyone can enjoy the expansive Naper Settlement historical grounds. 2023 Food Truck Lineup Music Vendors Want first dibs at your favorite food trucks? Check out the Early Eater Ticket. Enter from 11am-12pm for exclusive access to the trucks before the general admission session begins…