El Jimador in DeKalb will host Salsa Night on Thursday, Jan. 29. Adults can try their hand at skateboarding in DeKalb Friday, Jan. 30.

Celebrity Chef Fabio Viviani will join executive chef Noah Gümüstekin for an unforgettable culinary event Jan. 31-Feb. 1 to benefit the James Beard Foundation.

Check out what Shaw Local audiences voted as the best romantic and fine dining restaurants in Kane, DeKalb, Will and McHenry counties, as well as the Illinois Valley.

Hampshire resident Steve Knapp appeared on "Wheel of Fortune" Jan. 20.

The Egyptian Theatre in downtown DeKalb has some hot shows coming up this winter.

This unofficial holiday, celebrated annually on Feb. 13, is a time for ladies to ditch the romance and have an evening out with your best girls.

Sullivan Rutherford Estate's Cœur de Vigne Cabernet Sauvignon has hints of blueberry, plum, dark chocolate and dried flowers.

Check out these beer festivals happening in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin this winter.

The Fire & Ice Festival and Chili Cook-Off is Saturday, Jan. 24 at the Sycamore Community Center.

Bad Momz of Comedy is a professional group of women who know how to inject laughter, fun and camaraderie into an eventful evening.

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Warner is known for being an entertainer, bringing the audience into the performance with laughter and even a couple of sing-alongs.

The 31st annual Winterfest is Jan. 28-Feb. 1 in downtown Lake Geneva. It is free to attend.

This high-energy tribute concert celebrates the music of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper—three icons whose careers helped shape the sound of American rock music.

This elegant event will feature curated cocktails and a prix fixe, chef-designed gourmet dinner, followed by the live performance.

Not going to Soldier Field for the big game? Check out these sports bars in northern Illinois where you can catch all the action and enjoy food and drink specials.

Experience full sized animatronic dinosaurs at the Dinosaur Dimensions Exhibition Friday and Saturday at the Sandwich Opera House.

The event runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Natural Resource Education Center in Russell Woods.

Clash of the Tribute Bands: Journey vs. Foreigner is Friday, Jan. 16.

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

You don't need to travel too far to enjoy downhill and cross-country skiing.

2025 saw a number of restaurants open across northern Illinois.

Jonata's Todos wine blends blackberry, plum, dried violets, cocoa powder, fig and singed rosemary aromas.

“Are You Ready For It: A Taylor Swift Experience” will headline the Sandwich Opera House at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10.

These 15 stories from The Scene saw the most visitors this past year.

This scored retelling of Victor Hugo’s epic story of love, acceptance and what it means to be a hero showcases music from Disney’s 1996 animated film.

The Starved Rock Lodge Winter Wildlife Trolley Tours take guests to several areas where they can view majestic bald eagles and more.

Start the New Year off with a winter hike in one of DeKalb County's forest preserves.

Applications are available for KVAL’s 55th annual Northern Illinois Art Show

Kick off the New Year with a winter hike at a state park in northern Illinois.

Explore the white wines from The Hilt and Jonata labels.

Kashmir, a Led Zeppelin tribute band, will perform at the Sandwich Opera House Dec. 27.

Celebrate the New Year at these exciting events in northern Illinois.

Here are the winners for the best coffee shops in the Best of the Fox, Best of the Illinois Valley, DeKalb County's Finest and Sauk Valley Favorites contest.

Watch college and professional football playoffs this January at these award-winning pubs and sports bars in Kane, Kendall, McHenry, DeKalb and Will counties, as well as the Sauk and Illinois Valley areas.

Leave the cooking and clean up to someone else on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day!

'A Magical Motown Christmas' will perform the music of The Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, The Supremes and more at the Egyptian Theatre Friday, Dec. 19.

Visit these spectacular light shows and displays this Christmas season.

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

Check out these sparkling wine selections

The DeKalb Public Library will hold a tribute program to Redford on Thursday, Dec. 18.

The tours run on select days through Dec. 15.

The Winter Chocolate Walk is Friday, Dec. 12 in downtown Sycamore.

The world-renowned pianist and composer returns to the stage with a heartwarming concert experience that celebrates the season through music, storytelling and holiday cheer.

Families can meet Santa's reindeer and get photos with the magical animals at the Christmas Town event, which runs through Dec. 23 on select dates.

Enjoy brunch with Santa, holiday parties, Christmas Day brunch, New Year's Eve celebration and much more at this classic Lake Geneva resort.

The Kishwaukee Concert Band will perform a holiday concert to celebrate the band’s and community ensemble musicians who perform for the love of music.

The Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra will perform its Holidays Pops: Winter Wonderland concert Dec. 12 and 14.

The DeKalb Public Library will host an after-hours concert featuring Arcomusical on Dec. 12.

Sycamore's Walk with Santa begins at the Sycamore Theatre at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5.