Oswego Observer

07/10/2026

***Update***
The Oswego Police Department has completed its investigation into the reported threat. No credible threat was identified. We've been advised the pool will reopen at 4pm.

During the investigation, officers identified the suspected caller and spoke with the individual's family. Because the call originated within the Kendall County Sheriff's Office jurisdiction, it has been referred to the Sheriff's Office for additional follow-up. Please go to their page for further.

We appreciated the cooperation and patience of pool staff, patrons, and the community while officers thoroughly investigated the report to help ensure everyone's safety.


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⚠️ Incident Information

The Oswego Police Department is currently investigating a reported threat involving a public pool.

As a precaution, the Oswegoland Park District is closing the Civic Center Aquatic Park and Winrock Pool while officers investigate. At this time, the threat has not been confirmed, and officers are actively investigating out of an abundance of caution. There is no additional information to share at this time.

Please avoid the area to allow first responders to safely conduct their investigation. We appreciate everyone's cooperation and patience.

We will provide updates as information becomes available.

05/20/2026

Area storms on Monday caused infrastructure damage to five Oswego Community Unit School District 308 schools, according to a news release from the district. (photo credit / SD 308)

05/18/2026

"According to AAA, as of Monday morning, the average in Kendall County was $5.10, the average in the state of Illinois was $5.05, and the national average was $4.51."

05/14/2026

Village of Oswego Police are asking for the public’s help to “keep trails, roadways, sidewalks, and neighborhoods safe for everyone,” in a Facebook post about e-scooters and e-bikes on Wednesday.

05/11/2026

"Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Considering Bond Referendum for November Ballot"

05/10/2026

“At approximately 1:42 p.m. on Saturday, Oswego Police were dispatched to the 4000 block of Route 34 near Wolf Road for a crash involving a motorcycle with unknown injuries. While en route, dispatchers advised the motorcyclist was unconscious and receiving CPR. Upon arrival, officers took over medical care until paramedics arrived and transported the motorcyclist to a local hospital. Unfortunately, the motorcyclist, a 20-year-old male, later succumbed from his injuries.”

News Release regarding today's crash
Oswego Police Investigating Fatal Motorcycle - Vehicle Crash

[Oswego, IL] - The Oswego Police Department is continuing to investigate a fatal motorcycle crash involving another vehicle that occurred on Saturday, May 9, 2026.

At approximately 1:42 p.m. on Saturday, Oswego Police were dispatched to the 4000 block of Route 34 near Wolf Road for a crash involving a motorcycle with unknown injuries. While en route, dispatchers advised the motorcyclist was unconscious and receiving CPR. Upon arrival, officers took over medical care until paramedics arrived and transported the motorcyclist to a local hospital. Unfortunately, the motorcyclist, a 20-year-old male, later succumbed from his injuries.

The preliminary investigation indicates the motorcycle was traveling eastbound on Route 34 when it struck an enclosed trailer being towed by a van. The van was also traveling eastbound and was attempting to turn right into a driveway in the 4000 block of Route 34. The driver of the van, a 31-year-old male, and a passenger were not injured.

Route 34 was closed between Wolf Road and Boulder Hill Pass for approximately four hours while officers conducted crash reconstruction and processed the scene.

The crash remains under investigation pending completion of the traffic crash reconstruction report. The identity of the deceased is not being released pending an autopsy scheduled for Monday, May 11, 2026.

The Oswego Police Department would like to thank the Illinois State Police and the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance.

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05/08/2026

"Village Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Public Works Facility"

05/07/2026

"Economic Incentive Approved for Fitness Facility in Downtown Oswego"