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Bicycles collected during past recycling event

Kane County Recycling Extravaganza Returns July 19 — Featuring Hesed House and Flat Can Recycling

​The Kane County Recycling Extravaganza will take place on Saturday, J...
KDOT trucks ready for snow operations (picture taken in 2024)

Kane County Approves Radio Upgrade to Improve Communication for Transportation Crews

​The Kane County Board has approved the purchase of 93 new handheld an...
Beith House in St. Charles

Kane County Awards Over $1 Million in Grand Victoria Riverboat Funds to Community Projects

The Kane County Board has approved more than $1 million in funding for...
firemen rescue residents from floodwaters on the west side of Aurora during the July 1996 flood

Remembering the 1996 Kane County Flood: What You Need to Know About Flood Risks And Safety

The deadly flash flooding in the Texas Hill Country northwest of San A...
State moves closer to implementing universal childhood lead testing in 2026

More Kane County ZIP Codes Identified as High Risk for Pediatric Lead Poisoning

On July 1, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) released an...
The project focuses on promoting the use of smart sprinkler systems, which can reduce outdoor water use by up to 47% while still maintaining a healthy lawn.

Kane County Launches Smart Sprinkler Pilot Program to Promote Water Conservation and Lower Utility Costs

Kane County is launching a pilot program to help residents conserve wa...
Picture of donated vehicles outside of Soldier Field

Five Kane County Veterans Among Recipients at Soldier Field Car Giveaway

​Earlier this month, at Soldier Field, six fully refurbished vehicles ...
Rules of the Road - Motorists: Sharing the Road with Bicyclists

Sharing the Road in Summer: A Two-Way Street in Kane County

​Summer in Kane County is a perfect time to be outdoors...
By 2060, average life expectancy in the U.S. is expected to reach 85.6 years.

Kane County Board Explores Population Growth and the Future Needs of Senior Citizens

​People are living longer—and Kane County is no exception...
Planning for snow is a year-round priority to keep 730 lane miles of county roads safe and clear during the cold and snowy months.

KDOT Prepares for Snow in the Summer Heat

​KDOT Prepares for Snow in the Summer HeatEven in July, winter is neve...
Kane County collaborates closely with municipal and economic development partners to attract and retain businesses while building a workforce prepared to meet future needs.

Plotting Progress: One Conversation at a Time During Kane County's Economic Roundtable

​For the past decade, Kane County has brought together key regional pa...