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Photos: 2025 in focus, best images of the year from our photographers across northern Illinois

Shaw Local photographers across northern Illinois captured some amazing moments this year, including the excitement and drama of high school sports, the hometown pride of a summer festival, and the reality of the news events that shaped our communities. Together, these images preserve not just what happened in 2025, but how it felt to live in the towns and neighborhoods we call home.

By Mark Busch , Mark Busch , mark bush, Shaw Local News Network, Mark Busch , Mark Busch , Shaw Local News Network and Mark Busch ●

Photos: Holiday season festivities around DeKalb County

Trees were lit, parades were held and snow even made a major appearance in early December. Though this Christmas may not be white, festivities throughout DeKalb County spread holiday cheer in communities near and far. Take a look back at some highlights:

By Kelsey Rettke●

Photos: Bears beat Packers 22-16 in big NFC North showdown

The Chicago Bears beat the Green Bay Packers 22-16 in an important NFC North battle Saturday night at Soldier Field in Chicago.

By Mark Busch ●

Photos: Rochelle girls basketball hosts Genoa-Kingston

The Genoa-Kingston girls basketball team traveled to Rochelle Monday night for a nonconference matchup.

By Mark Busch ●

Photos: Chicago Bears dominate Cleveland Browns at a frigid Soldier Field in Chicago

The Chicago Bears beat the Cleveland Browns Sunday afternoon at Soldier Field in Chicago where wind chills dipped well below zero.

By Mark Busch ●