The highest totals are expected in areas near and north of I-80, with the greatest confidence for 6 inches or more across McHenry, Lake, DeKalb, Kane, DuPage, northern Cook, and northern Will counties

Geneva alderpersons on Monday are expected to reach a consensus on ballot initiatives that could put proposals for a new police station and a home rule municipal classification in the hands of future voters.

The Peru Public Library will host a historical examination of the Starved Rock Murders case at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 1409 11th St.

Ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is reminding residents to use caution when shopping online or in stores.

Illinois’ seven-day firearm deer season will conclude Dec. 4-7.

Algonquin–Lake in the Hills Fire Protection District was called to a fire at house under construction Wednesday afternoon.

Volunteers from Senior Services, Inc. organized, Amie Eguizabal fundraised, and restaurants around McHenry County worked together Thursday to ensure home-bound seniors enjoyed a Thanksgiving meal.

The Village of Fox Lake invites residents, visitors, and community partners to celebrate one of the community’s most beloved traditions as the 2025 Festival of Lights returns Nov. 29.

The Chicago Bears activated cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon off injured reserve on Thursday ahead of Friday’s game at the Philadelphia Eagles.

An attorney told a McHenry County judge his client could not appear in court because he was arrested by ICE. The man faces child sex abuse charges locally.

Anyone seeking to receive benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program has to apply, regardless if they are currently receiving them, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture

A potent winter storm is expected to sweep across northern Illinois this weekend, with the National Weather Service warning of heavy snowfall, hazardous travel, and the potential for more than 6 inches of accumulation across much of the region

The village of Oswego announced that it has partnered with The Finnegan Project, a nonprofit founded by the family of the boy killed in a crash at the Portillo's restaurant in Oswego.

The Northern Illinois Food Bank is expected to feed more people this holiday season than in previous years, including the pandemic era, despite government assistance like SNAP reinstated to help put food on the table.

It truly is a happy Thanksgiving, Bears fans. Be thankful, Marc Silverman writes

From Capitol News Illinois: Ameren Illinois residential customers will see an average $3.65 increase on their natural gas bills in January after the Illinois Commerce Commission last week slashed proposed rate hikes for two of the state’s largest utilities

A Marengo man is among five charged with misdemeanor animal cruelty in connection to a Woodstock-area rodeo, including men from Sleepy Hollow, Hampshire, Belvidere and a teen from Lockport, court records show.

While the National Weather Service stressed that exact snowfall totals and the precise track of the storm remain uncertain, confidence is growing that much of the region will experience accumulating snow during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year

Quinton M. Thompsen, of St. Anne was arrested following an alleged altercation that occurred during a Nov. 20 boys’ basketball game at Bradley Central School.

The Chicago Bears are heading back on the road for a big test in front of a national audience when they play the Philadelphia Eagles on Black Friday. Here are the top five storylines to watch.

The Chicago Bears were without a few defensive starters Wednesday in their only practice of the week before playing the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday. Tyrique Stevenson, T.J. Edwards and Noah Sewell were all out.

With one day untiil Thanksgiving, residents in St. Charles will be extra thankful if the lights come back on. The city is experiencing a “widespread electric outage” as of Wednesday afternoon.

Lane Welch - Thrivent Financial recently moved her office to the second floor of Main Street Market at 317 E. Main St., Streator.

The Boatyard Bar & Bistro, 1130 N. 27th Road, Ottawa, closed for the season.

The improvements to its La Salle theater have been a hit, but Stage 212 seeks additional help meeting its fundraising goal.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and other attorneys general are asking the federal court to vacate the new SNAP guidance and block its implementation “to ensure that families do not lose critical food assistance,” Raoul's office said

A Chicago man has been charged with threatening state Sen. Andrew Chesney, a Republican who represents portions of northern Illinois, including Carroll County and parts of Ogle and DeKalb counties

A portion of West Main Street in Cary wA closed due to a downed live power line, officials report, as dangerous winds kick up as many people travel for Thanksgiving.

The Chicago Bears will face a big test in front of a national audience when they travel to play the Philadelphia Eagles on Black Friday. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar give the latest news from Halas Hall and break down the key matchup for Friday's game

There’s room for a healthy debate about political considerations at play in the policy shift, but whether someone endorses or rejects underlying motives, the situation illustrates the perils of delivering state services with federal money.

Can pets feast on Thanksgiving food? What are no-nos, and how seasoning matters a lot.

A Chicago man pleaded guilty to battery in the shooting of another man in McHenry in 2023. An attempted murder charge was dropped in exchange, a deal approved by a judge who told him she'd pray for him in prison.

It’s a long-held tradition for children to visit Santa to tell jolly old St. Nick what they want for Christmas.

Hey Sweetie, a candy and ice cream store in downtown Ottawa will soon close its doors.

A third law firm has filed a civil action lawsuit, seeking $16.5 million, against a Batavia chiropractor who is accused of secretly recording patients, including minors, while they were naked.

The La Salle-Peru Township High School District 120 Board accepted separation agreements Tuesday for the district’s superintendent and business manager following an investigation into alleged misconduct involving the two administrators.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and the team’s coordinators met with reporters at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Tuesday as they started preparing for Friday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Here are three of the most interesting things the Bears said.

The Chicago Bears would've been without Tyrique Stevenson and linebackers T.J. Edwards and Noah Sewell on Tuesday in an estimated report. Cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon would've been full participants.

Is it too late to thaw your turkey ahead of Thanksgiving? That depends on some factors, mainly size.

Breaking Bread Catering & Deli is giving back during the holidays by offering 100 free loaves of bread the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.

A teacher had petitioned a protective order that alleged a Joliet woman threatened to kill her and filed a false report against her with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, court records show.

Northern Illinois is forecast to get hit with turbulent winds Wednesday followed by accumulating snowfall this weekend that could affect Thanksgiving travel.

A Streator murderer drew an 80-year sentence and has only a limited amount of time off. Malcolm Whitfield will be north of 100 years old by the time he completes his sentencing mandates.

A special meeting was called for Friday but then canceled because it fell on a legal holiday.

A McHenry home sustained damage in a fire.

A Streamwood man charged with firing a gun from a car in Cary last year has been denied pretrial release following his recent arrest.

There are several Turkey Trots Thanksgiving morning where you can get in some exercise and also help a worthy cause.

U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood reported seeing holding areas at the ICE facility in Broadview that 'did not meet ICE’s detention standards.'

The Ottawa Downtown Association was honored with the 2025 Lt. Governor’s Award for Excellence in Revitalization at the Illinois Main Street Awards Banquet.

The county board last week approved a budget with a $2.8 million deficity. On Friday, they will try to balance it.