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Kaneland’s 14-0 run in second half keys semifinal win over La Salle-Peru in Plano Christmas Classic

Crime flat in 2025, but violence surging

Illinois Valley Photos of the Week for Dec. 21 - 27

La Salle-Peru rolls from the start, tops Ottawa at Plano Christmas Classic

Jayden Riley’s 37 points helps Yorkville Christian outlast Mendota at Plano Classic

After 140 years, Turk Furniture still ‘paying attention to details’ in furnishing homes

Photos: Kaneland vs. La Salle-Peru boys basketball, 62nd Plano Christmas Classic

Kaneland’s 14-0 run in second half keys semifinal win over La Salle-Peru in Plano Christmas Classic

2025 Friday Night Drive Defensive Player of the Year: Brother Rice’s Kameron McGee

Friday Night Drive’s 2025 Team of the Year

2025 Friday Night Drive Offensive Player of the Year: Montini’s Israel Abrams

CCL/ESCC football: Here are top Class of 2027 prospects to watch

Craig Wilcox: A New Year’s wish list for a stronger Illinois

Eye On Illinois: When reforms don’t solve the problem, head back to the well

Spirit Matters: In the midst of chaos and uncertainty, be soft

Roll Call: Policing was tough in 2025 and the challenges will continue in the coming year

Eye On Illinois: Early access to high school credit will benefit those who have the opportunity

Historic Highlights: Montgomery was an American Revolutionary War hero

Lovina’s Amish Kitchen: Lovina shares about Christmas dinner, pork butchering and more

Paperwork: My morning routine begins with an argument … with myself

Uncorked: Celebrate the New Year with refreshing whites from The Hilt and Jonata

Northern Illinois restaurants that opened in 2025, new restaurants opening in 2026

Peru police swear in two new officers

Ottawa, Mendota set to meet in Plano Christmas Classic 5th-place game: The Times Monday Roundup

Spirit Matters: In the midst of chaos and uncertainty, be soft

Flu cases rise sharply across Illinois, especially in kids