Inside secret contracts used to entice Facebook, Kraft Heinz, Ferrara Candy Co., Amazon to DeKalb: The use of non-disclosure agreements is how many governments these days entice businesses. What role do they play in transparent government? Here's what some area experts say

A new fundraiser created to benefit the Spartan Food Pantry will tip off on Tuesday with a basketball game between the Sycamore Police and Fire departments and Sycamore School District 427 staff.

The DeKalb County Board this week approved a plan to collect $26.7 million with its 2023 property tax levy, which means most area homeowners likely will see a slight decrease on their bills come spring.

It was standing room only this week when the DeKalb School District 428 board failed to muster enough support to pass its controversial property tax levy, though another special meeting is expected for next week with another chance for residents to weigh in.

The Sycamore Community School District 427 Board of Education will move to a one-meeting-a-month format starting in January 2024, after the board approved an amended board meeting schedule Tuesday night.

The Sycamore Police Department plans to upgrade its body camera equipment which will provide every patrol officer with their own body camera and upgraded batteries meant to last a full shift, said Police Chief Jim Winters.

The new three-year agreement, as authorized, provides for a number of changes, including an increase in the residency diameter, minimum station staffing and wages.

If a group charged with overseeing DeKalb County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center operations is created, DeKalb County residents with relevant expertise will be encouraged to apply for the oversight board’s six public positions. Here's what the group may look like:

A nearly lifelong DeKalb County resident has filed candidacy papers to run for DeKalb County Circuit Clerk next year.