Community Involvement

Ethan Song

Kane County Board Votes to Support Gun Safety Measure Known as Ethan’s Law

The Kane County Board, by a vote of 20 yes, one no...
Kane County Partiscipants in Railroad Safey Course

Kane County Teams up with ICC for Railroad Investigation and Safety Course

​There are more than 14,000 highway-rail crossings in Illinois, with m...
Libraries Matter

Libraries in Kane County Matter and Here's Why

​Libraries in Kane County play a crucial role in providing access to i...
The green darner, Anax junius, is the largest dragonfly in our area.  Adults migrate to the warm South in winter; a new generation arrives back here in spring.  Photo credit:  iStock/mirceax

Good Natured: Migratory Dragonflies

​Did you see them...
Preparing Older Adults for Emergencies and Disasters

September 2023 National Preparedness Month

As an older adult, you may specific needs after a disaster...
Gun lock with Key

The Kane County Health Department Offers Free Gun Locks to Gun Owners, Retailers

​The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) is offering free gun locks t...
Commuters who enroll in the RTA Transit Benefit Fare Program can save up to 40% on commuting costs next year.

Commuters Savings Possible Through New Transit Fare Program

​​​​Workers who use public transit to commute to their job could be en...
All children under the age of 16 - even infants - are required to have a valid passport for air travel to another country.

Don't Overlook Baby When Planning International Travel

​They might not take up a lot of space in an airplane seat, but all ch...
Kids and Social Media

U-46 School District Joins Nationwide Lawsuit Against Social Media Companies

​U-46 Elgin Area School district is joining a nationwide lawsuit again...
Randall Over 90 Map

Randall Over 90 Public Information Meeting Summary Available

​Public Information Meeting Summary AvailableThe Kane County Division ...