Plainfield East trailed Oswego by 12 points at halftime before pulling back to within three in the third. The Panthers regained control shortly after to earn a 56-41 victory.

Graham Schwab scored 20 points and Mariano Velasco a career-high 17 as Oswego beat Plainfield East in double overtime, Jayden Zepeda hit a buzzer-beater to lift Plano past Woodstock, Gabe Sanders' 17 paced a Yorkville win, and Yorkville and Yorkville Christian girls both won.

The Upper Illinois River Valley Development Authority's board of directors on Tuesday unanimously voted to approve a resolution determining the intent to issue revenue bonds in an amount not to exceed $50 million.

A recently built single-family house located at 320 Ellis Street in Oswego changed ownership on Dec. 29, 2025.

Thousands of Illinois teachers were incorrectly told Monday that they were being audited.

After another Bears miracle finish and postgame exclamation point, it’s worth asking: Is head coach Ben Johnson more valuable as a play-caller or motivational speaker?

From Capitol News Illinois: Legal experts, including two attorneys who formerly worked in the Voting Section of DOJ’s Civil Rights Division, argue DOJ has no legal authority to access sensitive personal data about individual voters

Back in the 1800s, the selection—not to mention the quality—of the meats consumers could buy was a lot slimmer. But the constant has always been that meat has offered farmers an easier, more compact way to get their grain to market.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams broke a franchise playoff passing record during the team's Wild Card win over the Green Bay Packers. Here’s a look at some of the records at stake starting Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams.

A single-family home located at 957 North Carly Circle in Yorkville changed ownership on Dec. 30, 2025.

Seeds and schedules are set for the 2026 Little Ten Conference Girls Basketball Tournament, hosted by Serena High School.

The children are collecting donations for a “Joy to the World” Basket from Heifer International.

The single-family home located at 537 Arbor Lane in Oswego was sold on Dec. 30, 2025, for $578,000, or $238 per square foot.

From Capitol News Illinois: Illinois Supreme Court Justice Mary Jane Theis announced she will retire from the state’s high court later this month.

Gov. JB Pritzker signed an energy reform package Thursday aimed at bolstering the state's power grids amid projected energy shortages.

Kayden Corneils poured in 31 points in Sandwich's win over Hinckley-Big Rock, Tessa New scored 19 points and Rhen Staudacher had a double-double in Parkview Christian's win at Ottawa Marquette and Jadyn Long scored 15 in Plano's win in Monday's roundup.

The Chicago Bears will play the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC divisional round. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar give their early impressions of the matchup and whether they think the Bears can keep their run going

From Capitol News Illinois: Illinois and Chicago sued the Trump administration, seeking to severely limit immigration agents’ authority in the state and accusing the feds of unleashing an “organized bombardment” to coerce state and local officials to change immigration policies

Candlelight vigils and protests were held this week across northern Illinois and beyond in honor of Renee Nicole Good, the Minnesota woman who was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis.

Students in Kane and Kendall counties only need to complete one application to be considered for one of the hundreds of available awards.

“While alcohol may be a fixture in many of our social settings, its health risks are significant and far-reaching,” said Dr. Abraham Thomas, internal medicine specialist. “There is no ‘safe’ amount of alcohol consumption.”

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and players met with reporters Monday, a couple of days after the team’s thrilling comeback win over the Green Bay Packers in the NFL Wild Card. Here are three of the most interesting things the Bears said Monday.

From Capitol News Illinois: The feud has allowed Pritzker to grow his national profile as he’s used his bully pulpit to knock Trump and perhaps lay the groundwork for a 2028 presidential campaign

The new position would be shared between the Yorkville Police Department and the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office. The social worker would bring “specialized expertise and support" to the department.

Outdoor ice rinks are a great way to have fun, fit in some physical activity and enjoy fresh air this winter.

Potential buyers can attend a public preview from 3 to 6 p.m. Jan. 13 at the former restaurant to inspect the auction items before bidding. More information is at Grafe Auction’s website, grafeauction.com.

The Minooka Police Department announced Wednesday that it issued an additional 15 citations during the holiday enforcement period.

The Chicago Bears will host the Los Angeles Rams next weekend at Soldier Field in the NFC divisional round

The new support group fits in with the mission of the Veterans Assistance Commission of Kendall County, which is to better the lives of veterans and their families.

The Chicago Bears pulled off an unforgettable comeback Saturday night when they came back to beat the Green Bay Packers 31-27 in their NFL Wild Card matchup. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the epic comeback

Hundreds of bird enthusiasts brave the cold and rain to attend Four Rivers Environmental Education Center’s annual Eagle Watch on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2025 in Channahon.

Staying physically active is one of the best ways to improve your mental and physical health during winter months.

Kendall County is home to several coffeehouses where you'll find unique and original coffee beverages.

Record stories that captured people's attention in years passed.

Catch up on the week’s top Kendall County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of Jan. 4-10

The Chicago Bears pulled of the comeback of all comebacks on Saturday night when they came back to beat the Green Bay Packers 31-27 in the NFL Wild Card. Here are the five big takeaways from an unforgettable win.

The Chicago Bears overcame a late 11-point deficit to beat the Green Bay Packers on Saturday night in the NFL Wild Card at Soldier Field. Here's how Caleb Williams' sparked the comeback with a key fourth-down completion.

Has a new era finally arrived? The Bears were used as a throw rug during a pitiful first half Saturday but somehow climbed back into it and actually beat Green Bay in a playoff game 31-27. This could be the start of a special rivalry between quarterbacks – and coaches.

Wyatt Koley's free throw with 2.8 seconds left gave Sandwich a win over Somonauk, plus Plano boys basketball and Oswego East girls basketball were winners and Oswego bowling results in Saturday's roundup.

Chicago Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon will be active against the Green Bay Packers on Saturday night in their NFL Wild Card matchup at Soldier Field.

Kids can pick up their Winter Reading Tracker and receive a free set of mythical creature playing cards. Continue to collect unique mythical creature cards just by reading.

From Capitol News Illinois: Nicor Gas on Friday filed a $221 million rate hike request with the Illinois Commerce Commission, less than two months after state regulators approved a $168 million rate hike for the utility

A letter to the editor from Minooka resident Brayden Caraynoff-Huber.

Aftermath Services, a biohazard, forensic and crime scene clean-up company that prioritizes discreet and compassionate services, is expanding with a new facility in Yorkville.

Three Chicago Bears players earned AP All-Pro honors Saturday. Left guard Joe Thuney and safety Kevin Byard each received First Team honors while right tackle Darnell Wright was named to the Second Team.

Cody Kulbartz and Reggie Chapman each scored 16 points as Newark rallied for a one-point win at Serena, Braydon Porter scored 20 in Yorkville's win over Plainfield North and Nick Michalek had a double-double in Sandwich's loss to Rochelle.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams will make his playoff debut Saturday night when his team hosts the Green Bay Packers in the NFL Wild Card at Soldier Field. After a season of turning the improbable into possible, the Bears believe in Williams heading into Saturday.

Here are Gary Duncan's photos from Friday's game between Oswego East and Oswego girls basketball.

Here are Gary Duncan's photos from Friday's boys basketball game between Oswego East and Oswego.

A single-family residence located at 406 Windsor Drive in Oswego has a new owner since Dec. 22, 2025.