Author: Fox Valley Magazine

The Geneva Police Department has issued an alert to the community regarding human traffickers who target juveniles to groom and arrange meetings with their potential victims.  Such criminals often utilize social media and gaming applications to develop a relationship with their intended targets through false promises and coercion.  In 2024, a Geneva teen was contacted by an out-of-state adult, who was not a relative, via a social media gaming application. The man and an accomplice enticed the teen to provide funds for the adults to arrange an in-person meeting with her outside of Illinois. After the teen was reported missing,…

The string section of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra will perform a concert at First United Methodist Church of Elgin on Saturday, March 23, at 7:30pm. The program will include: Tickets are $20 for adults, $5 for students, and free to youth 17 and under when accompanied by a paying adult. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.elginsymphony.org or call the ESO Box Office Tuesday – Friday at 847-888-4000. The Box Office is open 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. First United Methodist Church is located at 216 East Highland Avenue in Elgin.

Actor and comedian Dov Davidoff will appear for five shows this weekend at The Comedy Vault in Batavia. Davidoff currently appears on HBO’s Crashing and NBC’s Shades of Blue with Jennifer Lopez and Ray Liotta. He’s been seen on The Tonight Show and Late Night with Jimmy Kimmel as well as a lead role alongside Mark Wahlberg in the Movie Invincible. He’s done a comedy special for Comedy Central and Showtime, and made guest or recurring appearances on various other TV shows and movies. Davidoff recently had a memoir published by St. Martin’s Press entitled “Road Dog: Life and Reflections…

The Elgin Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in its investigation of a fatal hit-and-run incident earlier this month. On the evening of March 8th, just after 7:00pm, 35-year-old Mayra G. Mendoza was struck by a 2007 GMC and a 2018 Nissan on State Street near Airport Road. Mendoza was transported to an area hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. As detectives from Elgin’s Traffic Division continue to actively investigate this incident, they are seeking the public’s assistance with helping identify a potential third vehicle that may be involved in the incident. If you observed the incident or…

An Aurora man was found guilty in the 2020 strangling death of Natalie Jimenez, his 20-year-old girlfriend and mother of his 3-year-old child. Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie Mosser announced Friday that Getzuri Arellano, 24, was found guilty of first degree murder after a bench trial in front of David Kliment. In the early morning hours of December 9, 2020, Arellano secretly went through Jimenez’ cell phone while she slept and found entries which upset him and made him question her fidelity. He confronted Jimenez in the small bathroom of the couple’s house on Indian Avenue in Aurora, where they…

The Village of Oswego appears to be enthusiastic about a proposed “Nash Vegas Saloon” to occupy the former Oswego Brewing Company space at 61 Main Street. The concept draws inspiration from the success of establishments like the honky-tonks found in Nashville, Tennessee, offering patrons a unique blend of food service, a full bar, live music, and line dancing. The project, spearheaded by a local restauranteur, entails a substantial buildout of 61 Main Street valued at approximately $724,000. The scope of work encompasses interior demolition, bathroom remodeling, the installation of a brand-new kitchen, construction of a band stage and dance floor,…

Authorities have announced that a woman seriously injured in a collision at an Naperville Wednesday has succumbed to her injuries while in hospital. She was 88 years of age. At approximately 11:10am, the Naperville Police and Fire Departments were dispatched to the intersection of 95th Street and Plainfield/Naperville Road for a crash involving two vehicles. The initial investigation indicated that a white 2019 Chrysler Pacifica was traveling southbound on Plainfield/Naperville Road and into the intersection at 95th Street. A blue 2007 Dodge Caravan was traveling northbound on Plainfield/Naperville Road and attempted to turn left onto westbound 95th Street. Both vans collided in the…

A person is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after a collision Wednesday at an intersection on Naperville’s south side. At approximately 11:10am, the Naperville Police and Fire Departments were dispatched to the intersection of 95th Street and Plainfield/Naperville Road for a crash involving two vehicles. The initial investigation indicated that a white 2019 Chrysler Pacifica was traveling southbound on Plainfield/Naperville Road and into the intersection at 95th Street. A blue 2007 Dodge Caravan was traveling northbound on Plainfield/Naperville Road and attempted to turn left onto westbound 95th Street. Both vans collided in the intersection. The driver of the Dodge Caravan was transported to…

The Kane County Sheriff’s Office issued the following press release related to the passing of KCSO’s K9 Arko: “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Kane County Sheriff’s Office German Shepherd K9 Arko, who retired on March 1, 2024. K9 Arko, who proudly served the office since September 30, 2016, passed peacefully, surrounded by his K9 handler, Lt. Wilgosiewicz, and other members of the K9 community. “K9 Arko was born on October 18, 2014, and imported from Hungary. K9 Arko served as an Explosive Detection K9 and was certified in obedience and handler protection. K9…

St. Patrick’s Day is nearly upon us, and for those who are of Irish descent or just fancy themsleves part o’ the clan, celebrating in a traditional Irish pub is the way to go. Enjoy traditional Irish Music, corned beef and cabbage, pints of Guinness and great craic. (For the uninitiated, “craic” is a commonly used term in Irish slang often used to describe a lively, fun social atmosphere.) Here are four Fox Valley venues that will have you pining for the olde sod in no time. Ballydoyle Irish Pub & RestaurantLocated in downtown Aurora, Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant…