Author: Paul Stukel

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul has charged a 42-year-old Aurora man with alleged gunrunning and using and possessing firearms illegally. On Monday, Raoul’s office charged the defendant with 72 counts relating to gunrunning, illegally possessing silencers and machine-gun conversion devices, and unlawful possession of unserialized firearms and receivers: “These charges are the result of a collaborative effort between my office, federal authorities and local law enforcement agencies to address gun trafficking and violence in our communities,” Raoul said. “I will not stop working to hold individuals accountable for making our communities less safe by selling illegal devices that have been…

Aurora Police are continuing to investigate a firearm incident that occurred Sunday morning on the city’s East Side. One adult and two juveniles were taken into custody in connection with the incident but, due to the complexity of the case and ongoing forensic review, they were later released pending further investigative results. According to police, at approximately 6:50am Sunday Aurora’s ShotSpotter system identified six rounds fired in the 100 block of North State Street. Shortly thereafter, officers learned that both a nearby residence and a church had been struck by gunfire. No injuries were reported. Responding officers observed at least…

A 46-year-old convicted felon has been denied pre-trail release after he was arrested last week for being in possession of cocaine and a variety of firearms, including a machine gun. DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Naperville Chief of Police Jason Arres announced today that last week Judge Joshua Dieden granted the State’s motion to deny pre-trial release after being charged with one count of Manufacture/Delivery of a Controlled Substance – Cocaine Between 400-900 Grams (a Class X Felony); one count of Aggravated Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle (a Class 1 Felony); one count of Possession of a…

A 67-year-old woman was killed Sunday afternoon when the car in which she was a passenger veered across incoming traffic and collided with a tree on Boncosky Road in Dundee Township. According to a press release from the West Dundee Police Department, a preliminary investigation of the incident indicates that the vehicle, driven by a 63-year-old female, was driving westbound on Boncosky Road just off of Route 31 when her vehicle crossed the eastbound lane, went over the curb and struck a tree. The driver, and a rear-seat passenger described as a 67-year old male, suffered significant injuries. The woman…

Acclaimed wineries, rare pours, curated wine dinners, and immersive seminars After a much-anticipated return, Wine Lovers’ Weekend is back at Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, and it’s bigger, bolder, and more indulgent than ever. Taking place March 27–29, 2026, this year’s theme—Uncork & Unwind—invites guests to escape to the rolling hills of Galena for a luxurious, wine-forward weekend filled with exceptional tastings, engaging seminars, and culinary-driven wine dinners. Designed for both curious newcomers and seasoned connoisseurs, Wine Lovers’ Weekend delivers rare access to outstanding wines and the people behind them. This year’s event welcomes two celebrated wineries from the West…

Elgin police are investigating the shooting death of a man on Elgin’s east side Friday evening. At approximately 6:17pm, officers were dispatched to the 1600 block of Villa Street for a report of a shooting victim where they located an adult male with a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries and, despite life-saving efforts, he succumbed to his injuries. Detectives from the Major Investigations Division are actively investigating the incident and the preliminary investigation has revealed that this appears to be an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound. An autopsy will be conducted by the…

Two drivers were hospitalized after a two-car collision on North Randall Road in Batavia Tuesday evening. According to the Batavia Police Department, the crash occurred at approximately 7:49pm Tuesday at the intersection of North Randall Road and Mill Street. Preliminary investigation revealed that a Hyundai Elantra driven by a 54-year-old woman was heading southbound on North Randall Road when it collided with a Chrysler Sebring driven by a 65-year-old man attempting to turn westbound from northbound North Randall onto Mill Street. The drivers of both vehicles were transported to an area hospital after the crash. The driver of the Hyundai…

[Editor’s Note: As a matter of policy, Fox Valley Magazine does not publish the name or likeness of suspects in criminal cases, based on the injustice of the accused, who remains innocent until convicted, being publicly smeared before being able to provide a proper defense. In this instance, the public’s awareness of the charges and circumstances thereof, including the identity of the accused, warrant an exemption from this policy. But the reader should be aware that the suspect has only been accused at this point. He remains innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.] A Kane County grand…

A 53-year-old Elgin man who had been missing since late November was discovered drowned in the Fox River in South Elgin Tuesday evening. According to police, at approximately 5:42pm Tuesday the Elgin Fire Department responded to the area of the Fox River near the 100 block of North Center Street in South Elgin to assist the South Elgin Fire Department who had received information that a deceased subject was located near the dam. Detectives from the Major Investigations Division and the Kane County Coroner’s Office arrived on scene, and subsequently, the Elgin Fire Department and South Elgin Fire Department recovered…

Two shooting incidents about 3 hours apart in Aurora left two people in hospital Monday evening. Based on preliminary information, investigators have not identified any indication the incidents are related or pose an ongoing threat to the broader community. According to police, at approximately 6:06pm members of the Aurora Police Department’s Special Operations Group were patrolling in the area of Bonner Avenue and North Loucks Street when they heard gunfire. ShotSpotter technology simultaneously detected multiple rounds in the same location. Officers immediately responded and located numerous fired cartridge casings in the roadway in front of a residence in the 1100…