A Joliet man was sentenced to 35 years in prison after being charged with first-degree murder following a 2020 drive-by shooting in Boulder Hill that left two people dead.

Join hosts Josh Welge and Joel Boenitz as they preview Week 6 in the western suburbs in Illinois high school football.

Milkweed is not only the preferred food of the Monarch caterpillar, but it is the ONLY food it will eat. One can easily see that many milkweed plants are needed for her 300 to 500 eggs and caterpillars.

Congratulations to these 22 Illinois high school football players who were voted onto Friday Night Drive's Team of the Week for Week 5 of the 2025 high school football season

The 2025-26 season opens Oct. 4 and Oct. 5 at the McAninch Arts Center, located on the campus of College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn.

Join hosts Josh Welge and Steve Soucie, along with reporter Russ Hodges, as they preview Week 6 in Illinois high school football, including a huge matchup in the Chicago Catholic League

Algonquin residents now have access to tele-health services that aim to increase healthcare access in an optional, fee-based program. But residents have to opt out to avoid a $6 monthly feel.

Here are Karen Naess' photos from Monday's flag football game between St. Charles North and St. Charles East.

October is a jam-packed month at Brookfield Zoo Chicago, with events for adults-only and the whole family.

Two people from Plano and a man from Aurora have been charged with multiple felonies following an investigation into an alleged chicken fighting ring in Kendall County.

Previously ranked teams in the Friday Night Drive Power Rankings went 22-3 collectively in Week 5 as the top teams officially start to separate themselves from the pack. Check out this week rankings here:

Across northern Illinois, dozens of cases remain unsolved, leaving behind grieving families, unanswered questions, and a lingering pursuit of justice

Success came in threes for St. Charles North, as they had three players score at least a trio of touchdowns while also collecting three interceptions to help them to a 53-6 victory over crosstown rival St. Charles East

Join hosts Steve Soucie and Matt Rodewald as they break down what happened in Week 5 in Illinois high school football

Batavia police are investigating a suspicious incident that involved two people in a white Jeep SUV offering candy to children,

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and some players met with reporters virtually on Monday, a day after their come-from-behind win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Here are three of the most interesting things they said

Federal officials plan to send 100 troops to protect U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities or staff in Illinois amid a surge in immigration enforcement operations focused on the Chicago area, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said Monday

A public information meeting that had been planned for Thursday in Huntley about the upcoming Chicago-to-Rockford commuter rail line has been canceled. But another will take place Monday in Belvidere.

The Chicago Bears held on to beat the Las Vegas Raiders, 25-24, on Sunday in Las Vegas. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down the big win and what it means for the rest of the season.

Activities include a creative fall craft, pumpkin decorating, face painting, a bounce house and a make-your-own-scarecrow craft.

The University of Illinois Extension and 4-H clubs will host hands-on activities and provide opportunities for families to meet staff and volunteer leaders.

A Batavia man told police that $34,000 was transferred from his money market account without his permission or knowledge, records show.

More undefeated teams fell and statewide the losses are stacking on a lot of programs you aren't used to see them with. Steve Soucie takes a look at what we learned in Week 5.

The Chicago Bears reversed a trend and found a way to beat the Las Vegas Raiders 25-24 on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium. Here are the five big takeaways from a thrilling win on the road.

The Chicago Bears seemed like they were destined to once again lose in agonizing fashion once again Sunday. Instead, they found a way to beat the Las Vegas Raiders, 25-24. Here's how they did it.

The driver of an SUV died Saturday after crashing into a parked semitruck on the shoulder of Interstate 90 near Elgin, authorities said.

Fans of Rock ‘n Roll music are in for a treat Oct. 5 when FoxFest returns to Geneva venues.

Chicago Bears rookie tight end Colston Loveland will miss Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium after he was ruled inactive with a hip injury.

An Aurora woman recently was recognized by United Voices for Children for her community service through the United Methodist Church.

Column: Apple cider, pumpkins and a spooky game of minigolf are the recipe for a perfect autumn outing with the St. Charles Park District.

Catch up on the week’s top Kane County news in minutes. Listen to the week’s 5 most popular stories for Sept. 21-27, read aloud for you

Though fall has only begun, the St. Charles Business Alliance is now accepting entry forms for the annual Electric Christmas Parade.

An Elgin man allegedly hid in a Marengo barn as a SWAT team executed a search warrant on a house and his truck, where prosecutors said they found cocaine with a potential street value of $300,000.

Check out these delightfully frightening haunted houses in northern Illinois, guaranteed to bring the scares this season.

People looking for an option to shred unwanted, sensitive or old documents are invited to an Elburn event Oct. 4. The Elburn Countryside Food Pantry also will accept non-perishable food donations

Here are Karen Naess' photos from Friday's game between Batavia and St. Charles North.

Geneva made big plays in all three phases, including a momentum-changing blocked field goal, as the Vikings celebrated homecoming with a 35-17 win against Lake Park in Geneva.

Israel Abrams threw for 250 yards and two touchdowns, Luca Florio returned a punt 67 yards for a TD and Montini scored on its first five possessions and rolled past Marmion 47-0 for its 15th straight win dating back to last year.

Senior quarterback Brock Phillip and wide receiver Dario Milivojevic connected on four touchdown passes as St. Francis compiled over 400 yards of total offense during its 47-35 win at Providence during CCL/ESCC action Friday evening.

The Chicago Bears will be without three starters Sunday when they play the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Right tackle Darnell Wright, defensive tackle Grady Jarrett and linebacker T.J. Edwards were all ruled out for Sunday's game.

Quarterback Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears will head back on the road to get back to .500 when they play the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. Here are the top five storylines to watch.

The St. Charles Public Library will host a free concert on Oct. 5 featuring violist Daniela Bisenius and pianist Bobby Schiff as part of its Sunday Concert Series.

The Chicago Bears travel out west to play the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar give the latest news from Halas Hall and preview Sunday's game

Former gubernatorial candidate and staunch conservative Darren Bailey launched a repeat campaign Thursday and once again chose a suburban running mate

The Montgomery Historic Preservation Commission will hold its annual Cemetery Walk on Oct. 1 for residents to view history and learn about early settlers.

BG Hospitality Group owns the Gia Mia locations, Livia Italian Eatery, Ella's Italian Pub, Fire + Wine and moto imōto.

Geneva’s State Street Jewelers, 230 W. State St., marked 40 years Thursday with a ribbon cutting and soiree with champagne, hors d’oeuvres, gift bags and a raffle.

Here are Karen Naess' photos from Thursday's game between St. Charles East and St. Charles North.

Tyler Samaan birdied the final hole to win his second straight Fox Valley Conference Tournament individual title, helping lead Burlington Central to its second conference championship in a row. McHenry shot the low score of the tournament with a 307.

The Chicago Bears' offensive line showed growth Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys. But can that continue against the Las Vegas Raiders if starting right tackle Darnell Wright doesn't play?