Author: Fox Valley Magazine

Sebastian P. Kegebein, a 17-year-old resident of West Chicago, has agreed to a sentence of eight years of imprisonment in the Illinois Department of Corrections in exchange for a guilty plea to the offense of Attempt first-degree murder, a Class X felony. According to prosecutors, on the evening of July 23, 2023, Kegebein, along with another defendant, mercilessly punched and kicked a 19-year-old autistic man hundreds of times in the face, head, and body, and forcefully and repeatedly stomped on his head while the victim lay on the ground in a fetal position trying to protect himself. When Kegebein and…

A bomb threat against entertainment arcade Round 1 in the Fox Valley Mall resulted in the temporary shut-down of a large portion of the mall Wednesday afternoon. According to Aurora police, at approximately 3:30pm officers responded to a bomb threat at Round 1 Fox Valley, a bowling and games arcade located in the popular Fox Valley Mall in Aurora. The eastern portion of the shopping center was temporarily closed while patrol and investigations units, along with an ATF bomb dog, conducted a thorough search of the area. After a comprehensive investigation, no threat was found, and the shopping center was…

Kids and parents got a small back-to-school scare early this morning when an SUV collided with a school bus in Maple Park. According to a press release from the Kane County Sheriff’s office, witnesses indicated that at approximately 6:30am this morning, a school bus was southbound on Meredith Road when it signaled to turn into the parking lot of SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church at 5N539 Meredith Road, at which point a Ford Explorer attempted to pass the school bus in a solid striped no passing zone. The Explorer struck the front driver-side wheel and bumpers of the school…

Geneva Winery will be presenting its Geneva Winery Wine & Beer Festival on Saturday, August 17th, from 1pm to 10pm at it Batavia location at 5 North River Street in Batavia. Tickets are just $25 per person, granting entry and 5 tastings from favorite local craft breweries, including: Music Lineup What’s better with wine and beer than live music? The Geneva Winery Wine & Beer Festival will include music from The SonicSoul Band, Spanish guitar mastermind John Ivan and a surprise guest performer to finish out the evening. Enjoy a full wine selection, amazing food, and live music throughout the…

Elgin Township is home to many social service agencies and service clubs that make Elgin Township a better place to live.  To cast a spotlight on them, Elgin Township is hosting a FREE community event on Saturday, August 17th to showcase the value of over 30 of these organizations, how they can assist residents, what volunteer opportunities exist to help the organizations, and social service and driver job opportunities. The event is open between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. at the Elgin Township campus at 729 South McLean Boulevard in Elgin and will include organization information, a volunteer fair, a…

A focus on history is the common thread connecting three “Wednesdays @ One” events this Fall at the historic Baker Community Center in downtown St. Charles. The event series is produced by the Norris Cultural Arts Center and sponsored by Colonial Café. Admission to these programs is free, but attendees are asked to register through links found at www.NorrisCulturalArts.com. As the name suggests, all events are presented at 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. The fifth season of this popular series begins on September 25 with a program from historian and author, William Pack, “Death-Defying Acts: The History of the Circus.” Pack will…

Montgomery Fest brings together neighbors, friends, and families for decades to enjoy a weekend of old-fashioned summer fun. The fest offers various activities and events, including live entertainment, a carnival, food vendors, a beer tent, a petting zoo, a parade, a car show, and a carp fishing derby. It is topped off with a spectacular fireworks show across the river.Get Involved in 2024! FRIDAY, AUGUST 16 On Stage:4-5:15P | Jeff and Kurt’s Acoustic Refreshment | Acoustic Rock5:30P | Welcome & Honor Guard Presentation of Colorsby the Montgomery-Countryside Fire District Honor Guard5:30-7:30P | Cadillac Groove | Soul/Funk/Blues8-10P | American English |…

An Elgin man is in custody after having been apprehended by police for shooting his firearm in a residential area on the city’s east side. On Saturday morning at around 10:15am, officers were called to the 900 block of Seminole Drive for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers confirmed that shots fired had occurred and subsequently took a suspect into custody who had remained on scene after allegedly negligently discharging his firearm. After the case was reviewed by the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, the 22-year-old suspect, a resident of Elgin, was charged with One count of Reckless…

By Fox Valley Orthopedics Two common overuse injuries of the forearms are Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow, which have similar causes but are distinct conditions. Tennis Elbow, medically known as lateral epicondylitis, causes pain in the outer part of the elbow, and Golfer’s Elbow (medial epicondylitis) affects the inside of the elbow. Despite their names, neither condition is exclusive to tennis or golfers, respectively, although they are common among athletes who play those sports. Tennis players can get a Golfer’s Elbow and vice versa – just as the opposite is true – which is not uncommon. Do I have Tennis Elbow? Tennis…

Anderson Humane is a Fox Valley gem. For over 50 years, this non-profit has been rescuing, healing and otherwise caring for animals in need. Today, the organization is expanding and thriving, now offering services not only to domesticated animals but also wild creatures in need. Our Justa Coupla Guys podcast was fortunate enough to speak with its CEO Dean Daubert and Director of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Rachel Kantola about its mission and operations, followed by a tour of the facility complete with furry guests of all types.  Intrepid photographer Kevin Ketchum captured the scene. (Photo credits Kevin Ketchum) And here…