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Photos: Bishop McNamara at IC Catholic football, IHSA Class 3A second round playoffs IC Catholic bested former conference rival Bishop McNamara when the two met in the second round of the IHSA Class 3A playoffs at IC Catholic on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025.

IC Catholic bested former conference rival Bishop McNamara when the two met in the second round of the IHSA Class 3A playoffs at IC Catholic on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025.

Huge game by Jalen Carter not enough as Kaneland rally falls short in playoff loss to Belvidere North Quarterback Jalen Carter led Kaneland past midfield on a potential game-winning drive, but a pass to Carter Grabowski didn’t pick up enough on fourth down and Belvidere North escaped a Class 5A second-round game on Friday night in Belvidere.

Quarterback Jalen Carter led Kaneland past midfield on a potential game-winning drive, but a pass to Carter Grabowski didn’t pick up enough on fourth down and Belvidere North escaped a Class 5A second-round game on Friday night in Belvidere.

Photos: Kaneland football travels to Belvidere North for a second round playoff matchup The Kaneland football team traveled to Belvidere North Friday night to take on the host Blue Thunder in second round playoff action.

The Kaneland football team traveled to Belvidere North Friday night to take on the host Blue Thunder in second round playoff action.

Sandwich museum exhibit honoring our veterans opens Sunday Veterans’ stories from the Civil War to the Vietnam era, through artifacts and photos, will be on display at the Stone Mill Museum for three days.

Veterans’ stories from the Civil War to the Vietnam era, through artifacts and photos, will be on display at the Stone Mill Museum for three days.

Chicago Bears injury report: T.J. Edwards out against Giants after hand surgery The Chicago Bears will be without starting linebacker T.J. Edwards against the New York Giants on Sunday after he had surgery this week on his hand

The Chicago Bears will be without starting linebacker T.J. Edwards against the New York Giants on Sunday after he had surgery this week on his hand

Chicago Bears vs. New York Giants: 5 storylines to watch in Week 10 matchup The Chicago Bears are heading back home Sunday to start the second half of their season when they host the New York Giants. Here are the top five storylines to watch

The Chicago Bears are heading back home Sunday to start the second half of their season when they host the New York Giants. Here are the top five storylines to watch

Northern Illinois may see snowfall this weekend Snow this weekend? Really? Forecasters say, yes, there will be snowfall Saturday and especially Sunday, though whether there's accumulation is another story.

Snow this weekend? Really? Forecasters say, yes, there will be snowfall Saturday and especially Sunday, though whether there's accumulation is another story.

Suburban Democratic congressmen set to face primary challenges Already crowded races for a pair of largely suburban Congressional seats got even more packed, and four representatives find themselves facing challenges within their own party, as candidate filing for the 2026 primary election wrapped up Monday.

Already crowded races for a pair of largely suburban Congressional seats got even more packed, and four representatives find themselves facing challenges within their own party, as candidate filing for the 2026 primary election wrapped up Monday.

‘How to Train Your Dragon’-inspired event coming to DeKalb library ‘How to Train Your Dragon’-inspired event coming to DeKalb library Nov. 8

‘How to Train Your Dragon’-inspired event coming to DeKalb library Nov. 8

Trump administration seeks to halt SNAP food aid payments after a court order President Donald Trump’s administration asked a federal appeals court Friday to block a judge’s order that it distribute November’s full monthly SNAP food benefits amid a U.S. government shutdown

President Donald Trump’s administration asked a federal appeals court Friday to block a judge’s order that it distribute November’s full monthly SNAP food benefits amid a U.S. government shutdown

Bears Insider Podcast Episode 424: Bears vs. Giants, is this a must-win for Chicago? The Chicago Bears are back home at Soldier Field on Sunday when they host the New York Giants. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar give the latest news from Halas Hall and preview what could be a must-win for the Bears

The Chicago Bears are back home at Soldier Field on Sunday when they host the New York Giants. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar give the latest news from Halas Hall and preview what could be a must-win for the Bears

Nina’s Tacos Shop ‘total loss,’ but taco truck OK, owners say The owners of a Sycamore restaurant that was heavily damaged in a September fire said their property was deemed a total loss, but they’re still exploring the next steps for their family business.

The owners of a Sycamore restaurant that was heavily damaged in a September fire said their property was deemed a total loss, but they’re still exploring the next steps for their family business.

‘Clean Slate’ Act passes after failing to clear legislature in past years From Capitol News Illinois: Nearly 2.2 million people in Illinois might see eligible criminal records sealed following passage of the ‘Clean Slate’ Act. Republican senators raised concerns over the removal of a drug test requirement for sealing records

From Capitol News Illinois: Nearly 2.2 million people in Illinois might see eligible criminal records sealed following passage of the ‘Clean Slate’ Act. Republican senators raised concerns over the removal of a drug test requirement for sealing records

Sycamore students step back in time at historic North Grove schoolhouse For one day, two third-grade classrooms from Southeast Elementary School in Sycamore stepped back in time at the historic North Grove School to experience what it was like to learn and play in a one-room schoolhouse in the 1800s.

For one day, two third-grade classrooms from Southeast Elementary School in Sycamore stepped back in time at the historic North Grove School to experience what it was like to learn and play in a one-room schoolhouse in the 1800s.

Genoa woman accused of injuring two in intentional vehicle crash: Police A Genoa woman was charged after police allege she intentionally hit multiple people with her vehicle off Illinois Route 38 when they tried to flee from her attack near a rural field, according to records filed in DeKalb County court this week.

A Genoa woman was charged after police allege she intentionally hit multiple people with her vehicle off Illinois Route 38 when they tried to flee from her attack near a rural field, according to records filed in DeKalb County court this week.

DeKalb library used book sale runs through Saturday The Friends of the DeKalb Public Library will host a fall book sale to support the library’s materials, books, and programs.

The Friends of the DeKalb Public Library will host a fall book sale to support the library’s materials, books, and programs.

‘Art of Giving’, Moonlight Magic and more come to KVAL in Sycamore this month The Kishwaukee Valley Art League will host several programs and events in November at the Gallery on State, 322 W. State St., Sycamore.

The Kishwaukee Valley Art League will host several programs and events in November at the Gallery on State, 322 W. State St., Sycamore.

Retired teachers group meeting Nov. 11 in DeKalb The month’s featured speaker is Matt Stark, a Hy-Vee dietician.

The month’s featured speaker is Matt Stark, a Hy-Vee dietician.

22 – yes, 22 – candidates running for Durbin’s Senate seat Barring successful petition objections, the roster is complete for governor and U.S. Senate candidates in the 2026 primary.

Barring successful petition objections, the roster is complete for governor and U.S. Senate candidates in the 2026 primary.

What Chicago Bears coordinators said Thursday ahead of playing the Giants Chicago Bears coordinators and assistant coaches met with reporters Thursday at Halas Hall as they prepared for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants. Here are three of the most interesting things they said.

Chicago Bears coordinators and assistant coaches met with reporters Thursday at Halas Hall as they prepared for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants. Here are three of the most interesting things they said.

No fare hikes or service cuts for Chicago transit agencies, RTA chair says From Capitol News Illinois: Chicago-area public transportation agencies won’t need to raise fares, cut routes or lay off workers next year after state lawmakers approved a bill overhauling public transit, the head of the Regional Transportation Authority said

From Capitol News Illinois: Chicago-area public transportation agencies won’t need to raise fares, cut routes or lay off workers next year after state lawmakers approved a bill overhauling public transit, the head of the Regional Transportation Authority said

Chicago Bears injury report: DJ Moore, Rome Odunze return, T.J. Edwards remains out The Chicago Bears got some players back on the practice field Thursday as the prepared for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants.

The Chicago Bears got some players back on the practice field Thursday as the prepared for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants.

Here’s what to know about shutdown-related flight cancellations at O’Hare With a 10% cut in flights coming Friday, O’Hare International Airport’s two major carriers offered advice to passengers about what to expect on what will be a challenging day for thousands.

With a 10% cut in flights coming Friday, O’Hare International Airport’s two major carriers offered advice to passengers about what to expect on what will be a challenging day for thousands.

Judge will order federal agents in Chicago to restrict using force against protesters and media A federal judge said Thursday she will order federal agents in Chicago to restrict using force against peaceful protesters and news media outlets, saying current practices violate their constitutional rights

A federal judge said Thursday she will order federal agents in Chicago to restrict using force against peaceful protesters and news media outlets, saying current practices violate their constitutional rights

Srygler: Benefits of volunteer work abound Column: Every unique volunteer opportunity provides some benefit to the world around us. When we put in the effort, we improve our community, writes Rob Srygler.

Column: Every unique volunteer opportunity provides some benefit to the world around us. When we put in the effort, we improve our community, writes Rob Srygler.

Community Shoe Box finds new home at Family Service Agency of DeKalb County Family Service Agency of DeKalb County announced its plans to host Community Shoe Box, a charity organization that aims to provide a space to collect and give away shoes for those in need.

Family Service Agency of DeKalb County announced its plans to host Community Shoe Box, a charity organization that aims to provide a space to collect and give away shoes for those in need.

Where to find free and reduced oil changes in DeKalb for service members this Veterans Day As a salute to the men and women who have served this country, several DeKalb-area shops are offering free and reduced oil change offers for Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11.

As a salute to the men and women who have served this country, several DeKalb-area shops are offering free and reduced oil change offers for Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11.

Stage Coach Players performances of ‘The Haunting of Hill House’ continue this weekend in DeKalb “The Haunting of Hill House” is based on the 1964 play by F. Andrew Leslie and the 1959 novel of the same name by Shirley Jackson.

“The Haunting of Hill House” is based on the 1964 play by F. Andrew Leslie and the 1959 novel of the same name by Shirley Jackson.

Judge orders ICE to clean up conditions in Broadview facility that’s ‘become a prison’ From Capitol News Illinois: U.S. District Judge Robert Gettleman’s ruling follows hours of testimony from former detainees who couldn’t speak to lawyers

From Capitol News Illinois: U.S. District Judge Robert Gettleman’s ruling follows hours of testimony from former detainees who couldn’t speak to lawyers

The Bears are giving fans hope, even if the rest of the season is unknown: Silvy Are the Bears good? The best answer I can give is, I don’t know, Marc Silverman writes

Are the Bears good? The best answer I can give is, I don’t know, Marc Silverman writes