The season of giving extends year-round at Fox Valley Community Services (FVCS) in Sandwich, Ill., where many members actively pursue a variety of projects to benefit local charities and families. This community organization and active senior center offers a homey environment where members find they can use their talents to
By Bobby Narang Glenbard East High School senior guard Keenan House is back on the court this season. The 6-foot-2 House has taken a unique journey in his varsity career. He played on the lower levels at Bolingbrook in his first two seasons, but his path took an odd turn
Aurora Christian High School’s Evelyn Klimek (3) goes up for a shot against Rosary December 20.
West Aurora High School’s Amon Greene rebounds while being defended by Streamwood’s Jesse Sanchez (13) and Damarion Smith (12) December 16.
Friday, Dec. 26Bloomington / Normal*Small SchoolsJoliet Catholic vs. Tri-Valley, 10:30 a.m.Aurora Christian vs. Rock Falls, 9:30 a.m.Large SchoolsMetea Valley vs. Bradley-Bourbonnais, 9:30 a.m.Peoria vs. Joliet Central, 10:30 a.m.Wheaton-Warr. South vs. Glenwood, noonEast AuroraFinalsElginSemifinalsHinsdale Central*St. Laurence vs. Wheaton Academy, 9:30 a.m.Schaumburg vs. Burlington Central, 11 a.m.Niles North vs. Lincoln-Way East, 12:30Plainfield
The Jewel Middle School Cheer Team took first place this year, earning a three-peat, and has finished in first place five out of the last six years the competition was held. (first place 2019, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, third place in 2022, no competition due to COVID in 2020.) That
Members of the Bethany Lutheran Church of Batavia choir presented Christmas music December 16 to the residents of Riverain Point Apartments in Batavia.
Monday, Dec. 29Southern at Illinois, 2 p.m., BTNNorth Central College vs. Lake Forest, 4 p.mIllinois Tech at UIC, 3 p.m., ESPNIllinois State at Drake, 8 p.m., Varsity NetEvansville at Bradley, 7 p.m., ESPN+ Tuesday, Dec. 30Howard at Northwestern Illinois, 4 p.m.Buffalo at Northern Illinois, 7 p.m., ESPN+Notre Dame at Stanford,
As the year winds down, it can be reinvigorating to start planning the year ahead. A new year full of hope with new possibilities and lots of fun. Along with a blank calendar and longer days to fill up. In 2026, I hope you’ll join me at some of these
Two young brothers, Owen and Logan Haughee receive presents from Santa Claus at the Kiwanis Club of Aurora’s annual Christmas party December 16 at the Prisco Community Center in Aurora.
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County invites residents to shake off the winter blues at Polar-Palooza, a nature-inspired arcade experience, Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, from noon to 3 p.m. at Creek Bend Nature Center. Guests of all ages can enjoy indoor and outdoor activities. Participants will earn tickets as
By John & Nisha Whitehead The Surveillance State is making a naughty list, and we’re all on it. Unlike Santa’s naughty list, however, the consequences of landing on the government’s “naughty list” are far more severe than a stocking full of coal. They can include heightened surveillance, loss of privacy,
December 25 During the American Revolution, patriot General George Washington crosses the Delaware River with 5,400 troops, to surprise a Hessian force that is celebrating Christmas at their Winter quarters in Trenton, N.J.. The crossing led to the first major victory for the new Americans. – 1776. Just after midnight
Aurora Lions Club held its 18th annual yule party for deaf and hearing impaired students, caregivers and educators from East and West Aurora public schools Tuesday evening, December 9. The party took place at East Aurora School District 131’s recreation center in Aurora. Attendees included about 100 students and caregivers,
Illinois’ oldest outdoor free Christmas display opened Sunday, Dec. 14, in Aurora. The 74th annual Lehnertz Avenue drive-thru event featured a 6 p.m. blessing of the nativity crib by Fr. Godwin Asuquo, pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Aurora. After he returned to give the blessing, Lehnertz Avenue Association
By Russ George Members and friends of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley (DCFV) gathered together, Saturday, Dec. 13, for the Club’s fourth annual Holiday Party, at Oak Street Restaurant in North Aurora. The evening began at 6 p.m., with a social gathering and buffet dinner at 7 p.m.. Following
By Peter HancockCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinois residents who buy health insurance on the State-run marketplace now have a little more time to sign up for coverage for the upcoming year. Officials at Get Covered Illinois, the new state-run marketplace for insurance sold under the Affordable Care Act, announced Tuesday they
By Maggie DoughertyCapitol News Illinoismdougherty@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinois lawmakers vowed to keep fighting for protections against artificial intelligence after President Donald Trump signed an executive order December 11 to shield tech companies from state laws. Trump’s order targets state regulations, including several in Illinois, that he said are inconsistent with national policy
More than 75 children from the community participated in a shopping spree with members of the Aurora Police Department, Saturday, Dec. 13 at the Meijer store on Route 59 in Aurora.
