The Chicago Bears’ passing game isn’t consistent enough to where quarterback Caleb Williams wants it yet. But on Tuesday, Williams said it's so close to getting there.

Join the La Grange Area Historical Society Dec. 14 for an evening of hors d’oeuvres, drinks and desserts in four historic homes in La Grange.

From Capitol News Illinois: Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill Tuesday that he said will protect Illinois residents from “junk science” undermining evidence-based vaccine regulations at the federal level

The NFL announced a game time for the Chicago Bears’ home game against the Green Bay Packers in Week 16. Chicago will host Green Bay at 7:20 p.m. at Soldier Field on Saturday, Dec. 20

Westmont will kick off its holiday celebration Dec. 5 with Snow Much Fun

The Lombard Historical Society has announced its 2025 holiday calendar of events

The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 is funding 17 teacher grants totaling more than $33,000 for the 2025-26 school year.

Turn your food scraps into nutrient-rich fertilizer for all your planting needs.

Flying without REAL ID will cost many travelers extra to board planes as of Feb. 1, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration announced Monday.

Northern Illinois will deal with a stretch of bitter cold and occasional light snow through the end of the workweek.

Celebrate the holidays with a family brunch at these locations in northern Illinois.

Frozen water pipes aren’t life threatening, however frozen or broken water pipes do cause damage to homes each winter.

Some who sell artificial Christmas trees this seasons say their costs are much higher this year because of tariffs, which could benefit those who sell fresh-cut trees.

To avoid scammers or donating to fraudulent organizations Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul offered the following tips to potential donors.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and some players met with reporters virtually Monday a few days after Friday’s statement win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Here are the most interesting things the Bears said.

This comedy revue roasts everything from classic holiday movies to family gatherings to office parties with seasonal songs and more.

From Capitol News Illinois: Recent cuts by President Donald Trump’s administration could reduce the size of Illinois’ economy by nearly $10 billion each year, according to a new report released Monday by the Illinois Economic Policy Institute.

The Chicago Bears beat the Philadelphia Eagles 24-15 on Black Friday to improve to 9-3 on the season. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the win and whether it means they're true contenders in the NFC playoff race

A fast-moving winter system is expected to bring 2-4 inches of snow to northern Illinois on Monday afternoon and evening, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Winter Weather Advisory for much of the region

Check out the shows and live performances at venues like the Rialto Square Theatre, Woodstock Opera House, Raue Center for the Arts, Egyptian Theatre and more!

Where locally dense fog develops, patchy slick spots may also occur Monday morning, the National Weather Service said.

Here are Joe Lewnard's photos from the Class 4A state championship game between Montini and Rochester.

Miss out on any of the high school football action in northern Illinois? Listen to the audio versions of our stories from the Class 4A-1A state title games of the 2025 IHSA playoffs

Space heaters are most often responsible for home-heating fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association.

On Monday, a fast-moving system is expected to bring accumulating snow across the entire region during the afternoon and evening hours, according to the National Weather Service

A widespread early-season winter storm delivered a swath of heavy snow across northern Illinois on Saturday, with several communities topping eight inches and some approaching a foot

The Class 7A/8A state football title games have been rescheduled for Wednesday afternoon and evening at Northern Illinois University

Events include visits with Santa and the Jolly Jamboree with crafts, photo ops and more.

The Illinois State Police conducted a crime suppression operation in honor Trooper Brian Frank, who was severely injured in a 2021 Scott’s Law crash in Will County.

Visit these spectacular light shows and displays, as well as holiday markets, this Christmas season.

Downers Grove North put together a dominant third quarter that allowed it to gain control and never look back in earning an 37-30 win over Lake Park to capture the title in the Schaumburg Thanksgiving Tournament.

The Chicago Bears made a statement in front of a national audience on Friday afternoon when they beat the Philadelphia Eagles 24-15. Here are the five big takeaways from a momentous win.

The Chicago Bears found their killer instinct on Friday night in their 24-15 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. They did it by stopping the NFL's most-controversial play, the tush push.

Snow and ice can create hazardous driving conditions, and extreme cold can make things even more dangerous if your car gets stranded.

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

The Class 5A/6A games have been rescheduled for Tuesday night at Illinois State University

The Chicago Bears will officially have two of their playmakers from the secondary back for Friday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon are active for Friday game in front of a national audience.

DuPage County will begin its new fiscal year with a balanced spending plan that includes funding to address food insecurity and housing affordability while supporting mental health initiatives and community services.

Citing the ongoing dispute with the clerk’s office, DuPage County Board members voted Tuesday to censure County Clerk Jean Kaczmarek.

The choir’s 41st annual Christmas concerts will highlight seasonal songs, featuring virtuoso guitarist Goran Ivanovic.

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.

Fox Valley Hands of Hope in Geneva established two wind phones – one for adults and one for children, a concept where grieving people can talk to their lost loved ones.

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.

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

Downers Grove Main Street Tree Lighting is Friday, Nov. 28.

Anderson’s special guest is Italian guitarist Alberto Lombardi.

The Christkindlemarket opens Friday, Nov. 21 at RiverEdge Park in downtown Aurora.

Check out these theaters across northern Illinois that are bringing holiday classics like "The Nutcracker" and "A Christmas Carol" to life this season.

Upcoming events include Sports and Fun with Santa, Whoville Holiday and Holiday Hoedown.