There will be a rate increase in July, and another jump next year to pay for operating and capital needs for the city’s water and sewer system.

According to its website, the AAA group is predicting that “Fourth of July travel in 2025 will be the busiest ever, with 72.2 million people traveling at least 50 miles from home.”

The city effort includes using catch basins, mosquito light traps and fogging operations to protect residents from mosquitoes.

Hugo Saltijeral of Aurora has been named grand marshal of Aurora’s Fourth of July Parade, set for the city’s downtown on Friday, July 4.

The job of Illinois lieutenant governor will become vacant with the current occupant, Juliana Stratton, running to succeed retiring U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin.

On Saturday, Geneva Commons hosted a six-hour grand reopening event “highlighting recent renovations, a slate of new tenants and a renewed focus on creating a vibrant gathering space for the Tri-Cities,” center officials said.

Oswego trustees as a committee of the whole recently discussed the eligibility criteria for the Economic Development Incentive Award grant program in the village.

The WSPY 107.1-FM sports director died on Wednesday, June 25.

The WellBatavia Festival Saturday morning featured a variety of participants concerned with different aspects of health and wellness.