Author: Fox Valley Magazine

Two armed men robbed a BMO Harris Bank in Naperville Wednesday morning, according to the FBI. Officials indicated that the FBI responded to a bank robbery at around 9:30 a.m. at the BMO Harris Bank found at 320 West Diehl Road. The preliminary investigation has determined that two men entered the bank brandishing weapons and demanded money, after which they fled the scene in a car. The suspects currently remain at-large. One suspect is described as being a Black male, approximately six feet tall and athletic-to-thin in build who was wearing a black hoodie, black shirt, black pants and black…

During a press conference this afternoon, Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie Mosser and St. Charles Chief of Police James Keegan announced that five individuals have been charged with multiple offenses related to human trafficking and sexual trafficking. Each of the suspects were charged with the following: One suspect was also charged with promoting prostitution for profit, Class 4 felony. “This investigation spanned several months and is the culmination of excellent work done by our investigators.” Chief Keegan said. “Everyone worked tirelessly on this case and sought justice for those without a voice. Your efforts and dedication are not in vain.”…

The National Weather Service confirms 13 tornados touched downed on July 12, 2023 across northeast Illinois, downing trees and damaging homes and other property. Two tornados impacted Kane County in a line stretching from Campton Hills to Elgin and Plato Center to Elgin (see maps below). Eight homes in the Edgewater subdivision of Elgin sustained significant damage that prevents them from being occupied. Eleven have damage requiring substantial repairs, but did not affect the dwellings’ structural integrity. Combined damage estimates for the 19 homes is $7 million.  In addition to the Edgewater subdivision, the primary area of Elgin that suffered damage was located…

Eight people were sent to hospital yesterday afternoon after a head-on collision in Elgin at the intersection of McLean Boulevard and Bowes Road. According to reports, one vehicle held 6 occupants while the other held 2. According to reports, the injuries were considered to be minor and non-life-threatening. The incident occurred at around 4pm Wednesday afternoon, and police are still investigating the circumstances involving the crash. No further details were available.

According to numerous reports, a former Sugar Grove Village President and current trustee has been arrested for allegedly forging a signature of a North Aurora village official on a certificate of occupancy. The accused was reportedly acting in his role as a project manager for McCue Builders, a construction company that was building a home in the Moose Lake Estates development in North Aurora, when he allegedly forged a certificate of occupancy for the home and presented it to the title company, thereby allowing the owner to move in despite a number of unresolved issues from village inspectors. The forgery…

Geneva’s RiverPark Summer Concert Series continues this Sunday with the Motown sounds of Chez Butter. Chez Butter will perform 6 pm, Sunday, July 23, at River Park, located at North River Lane and Peyton Street just north of State Street. Chez Butter’s repertoire consists of classic and contemporary Motown, soul, R&B, and funk hits by artists like Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Gnarls Barkley, Marvin Gaye, Luther Vandross, and many more. The Chicago-based quintet’s line-up comprises seasoned professional musicians – vocalist Lester Jenkins, bassist Nathan Britsch, guitarist Jay Montana, drummer Pat Buzby, and keyboardist Ethan Sellers. All shows are free of charge. People are encouraged to…

Hio-hop is on the menu Friday at RiverEdge with superstar Flo Rida and special guests Ying Yang Twins taking the stage at 8pm. FLO RIDA Flo Rida’s 2008 breakout single “Low” was number one for 10 weeks in the United States and broke the record for digital download sales at the time of its release. His debut studio album, 2008’s Mail on Sunday, reached number four in the US. The album was succeeded by R.O.O.T.S., the next year. His subsequent albums, 2010’s Only One Flo (Part 1) and 2012’s Wild Ones, also charted on the US Billboard 200 chart. Flo…

The City of Elgin is bringing back its popular “Movies In The Park” series this summer. This family-friendly series brings the community together to enjoy a free outdoor movie weekly throughout the months of July and August. Each movie will also include appearances by characters and concessions on offer by local not-for-profits.   Buzz will be there in person for Lightyear to go to infinity and beyond on an intergalactic adventure in escaping the evil Zurg on July 21st at Festival Park. Sing 2 hits the big screen at Summerhill Park on July 28th. Get there early to sign your heart out with some local…

(Capitol News Illinois file photo) By JERRY NOWICKICapitol News Illinois A landmark criminal justice reform that eliminates cash bail in Illinois is constitutional, the state’s Supreme Court ruled Tuesday, paving the way for the change to take effect Sept. 18.  The 5-2 decision – handed down on partisan lines – means that an individual’s wealth will no longer play a role in whether they are incarcerated while awaiting trial. Judges can still order someone to be detained as they await trial, but the new system will be based on an offender’s level of risk of reoffending or fleeing prosecution, rather…

If you purchased a Lucky Day Lotto ticket at a 7-Eleven store in Elgin, you may want to check it right now. That’s because you could be holding a winning ticket worth $900,000. According to a press release from the Illinois Lottery, the winning ticket was purchased at a 7-Eleven store, located at 811 E. Chicago St. in Elgin, IL.  The lucky winner hit all five numbers in the Lucky Day Lotto midday draw on Sunday, July 16 to win the jackpot. The $900,000 grand prize was won with the winning numbers: 11-13-14-23-26. This is also a win for the…