Sandwich volleyball won its regional semifinal match and Plano dropped theirs in the Tuesday roundup.

Teyha Knapp had two kills early in the third set and two more to set up match point, as Yorkville – following a familiar theme – rallied past Oswego East in the deciding third set for a 25-21, 16-25, 25-22 win in the Class 4A Oswego East Regional semifinal.

Long Beach Elementary School, Oswego High School and Oswego East High School all saw extensive damage during the storms, including flooding.

Conor Tully missed all of last season with a broken foot, but Oswego's senior linebacker is back as the energetic leading tackler of the Panthers' defense heading into the playoffs. That, plus notes on Oswego East and Yorkville in Joshua Welge's Kendall County football notebook.

From Capitol News Illinois: Illinois joined 24 other states and the District of Columbia in suing the Trump administration over plans to stop funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program on Saturday as the federal government shutdown continues

The Chicago Bears failed to gain much consistency offensively once again in Sunday's loss to the Baltimore Ravens. A look into the numbers offers some insight as to what’s stopped the offense from reaching its full potential.

U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis also told Greg Bovino to produce all use-of-force reports from agents involved in Operation Midway Blitz since Sept. 2. She also noted the sudden deployment of tear gas during a weekend Halloween event

Pumpkins thrown into landfills are never broken down and release greenhouse gases, accounting for over one billion pumpkins thrown out every year.

Shoppers are expected to line-up for the grand opening beginning at 8 a.m. on Nov. 12. The new location is at at 825 E. Veterans Parkway, Yorkville.

Monday was the first day for candidates from established parties to file election petitions for the March 17, 2026 primary. The last day is Nov. 3.

Newark, Plano and Yorkville Christian volleyball won regional matches on Monday.

From Capitol News Illinois: While candidates filed petitions Monday to run under Illinois’ existing congressional district lines, U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries brought his redistricting campaign to Illinois, pitching top state Democrats on a new map

From Capitol News Illinois: As state officials continue seeking ways to counter aggressive immigration enforcement activity under President Donald Trump’s “Operation Midway Blitz,” state Rep. Margaret Croke has drawn ire online for an email sharing details about ICE vehicles

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and some players met with reporters virtually Monday a day after the Bears’ four-game winning streak ended with a 30-16 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Here are three of the most interesting things they said.

From Capitol News Illinois: At the state level, Gov. JB Pritzker filed petitions Monday to seek a third term, while the Republican primary to take him on remains in flux

There are over a dozen CCL/ESCC teams participating in the IHSA football playoffs this season. Among the playoff qualifiers are defending state champions Mount Carmel, Loyola, Nazareth and Montini. Here are all of the first-round matchups for CCL/ESCC teams.

The store will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. that day. Free T-shirts and stickers will be given to the first 100 customers starting at 2 p.m.

The Chicago Bears ended their four-game winning streak with a 30-16 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday afternoon. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down what happened and what's next

A 74-year old male bicyclist in Plano was taken to the hospital following a crash with an oncoming vehicle on Oct. 26.

“The U.S. Cattlemen’s Association supports affordable food prices for American families. But we do oppose policies or loopholes that manipulate the market to address a solution that will be solved through natural market behavior," Justin Tupper said

Christian T. Page, 29, of Marengo, was charged following an investigation by the Yorkville Police Department Investigations Unit.

Halloween spirit was in the air as the Fox Valley Family YMCA West Branch held its 12th annual Trick or Trunk on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025 in Sandwich.

Investigators from seven police agencies worked together to conduct compliance checks on 114 offenders, making contact with 58.

The Chicago Bears didn't get consistent play in all three phases Sunday in a 30-16 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Here are the five big takeaways from the team’s tough loss on the road.

CMR Health Group in Yorkville celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Yorkville Area Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 20.

“Taste of Norway HostFest” is being held from noon to 3 p.m. on Nov. 2 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, 1233 Douglas Avenue, Montgomery. The event features speciality foods and desserts, and traditional music and arts.

The Chicago Bears offense had a chance to lead the way Sunday when it played the Baltimore Ravens. Instead the same old mishaps got in the way during a 30-16 loss.

From Capitol News Illinois: Bovino has been the face of Operation Midway Blitz since his mid-September arrival in the Chicago area fresh from running a similar campaign in Los Angeles

Baltimore backup quarterback Tyler Huntley threw for 186 yards and didn't commit a turnover, and the Ravens snapped the Bears' four-game winning streak with a 30-16 win Sunday at M&T Bank Stadium in Maryland.

In the fall, natural areas often become dumping spots for yard waste, pumpkins, straw, and other organic decorations. Many think that a thrown-away pumpkin will break down and disappear. Not exactly.

Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift, defensive tackle Grady Jarrett and kicker Cairo Santos will all be active and play against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday at M&T Bank Stadium.

Each week, we’ll have 22 players – 11 on offense, 11 on defense – to make the Friday Night Drive Team of the Week. Vote for your favorite players for Week 9!

The overall project includes expanding the Route 47 corridor from Kennedy Road in Yorkville out to Cross Street in Sugar Grove. The project aims to alleviate traffic congestion.

Here are breakdowns for first-round matchups for Kendall County football teams.

The Plainfield Village Board unanimously approved the new agreement at its Oct. 20 board meeting and the Oswego Village Board unanimously approved the agreement at its Oct. 21 board meeting.

To ensure safety at the intersection of Windett Ridge Road and Fairfax Way, Yorkville officials conducted a traffic control study.

Zakaria Sajjad’s goal midway through the second half allowed Naperville Central to break a tie with Oswego, lifting the Redhawks to a 2-1 victory in Saturday’s Class 3A Naperville Central Regional final.

Led by individual winner Sunny Weber, Sandwich girls cross country team won the Seneca Regional, and the Sandwich boys also won the regional. Meanwhile at Plainfield Central individual winners Owen Horeni and Athena Triner led Yorkville boys and girls to second place.

The Chicago Bears placed cornerback Kyler Gordon and left tackle Braxton Jones on injured reserve Saturday in a string of moves before their game against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.

Each year from 2017 to 2019, an estimated average of 9,200 fires were reported to fire departments in the U.S. over a three-day period around Halloween, according to the U.S. Fire Administration.

Kendall County offers excellent paved and limestone-screened trails ideal for biking.

Antonio L. Alexander, 48, has been charged with burglary, theft, resisting a police officer and obstructing a police officer. He is in custody at the Kendall County Jail.

Chicago Bears rookie tight end Colston Loveland has had the start many expected from this year's first-round picks. Here's why the Bears are confident in Loveland heading into Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens.

Week 9 of the 2025 high school football season was filled with surprises on Friday night, and Live with Friday Night Drive was there to cover it all, plus we had an in-depth look at the possible brackets before the playoff pairings show

TJ Lewis rushed for 173 of his 203 yards in the second half, Tyson Ward also rushed for over 100 yards and had the go-head touchdown with just over a minute left as Bolingbrook beat Yorkville 26-21 to win the Southwest Prairie West championship.

Here are Gary Duncan's photos from Friday's game between Yorkville and Bolingbrook.

Minooka turned away Oswego East on its last-ditch effort to get into field goal range, hanging on to steal a 15-14 victory on the road, and securing a playoff spot in the process.

Final scores in Illinois high school football for Week 9 of the 2025 season. This will be updated as more scores come in

Another 4,000 water meters are slated for replacement throughout the city as Yorkville moves ahead with the project to reduce water loss and increase efficiency.

From Capitol News Illinois: Nicor Gas and Ameren Illinois customers will likely see a rate increase on their bills next year, pending a final decision from state regulators in the coming weeks.