Groups honor veterans in DeKalb

Boy Scout Troop 4, Cup Scout Pack 131 and V.F.W. Post 66 placed flags at the graves of those who served our country at Fairview Park Cemetery on Saturday. ... Read More ť

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Illinois Democrats divided on big issues as session’s end nears

Sycamore's Dion Hooker wins state title in 200 meters

MUSICK: Shaw delivers much-need jolt

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Illinois Democrats divided on big issues as session’s end nears

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Democrats seemed poised to rule almost unchallenged in the state Capitol after winning supermajorities in the House and Senate last fall. But as intrapa ... Read More ť

Police still searching for suspects in recent publicized cases

SYCAMORE – A Sycamore man accused of growing more than 200 marijuana plants in his basement turned himself in after his arrest warrant was publicized, but police still were se ... Read More ť

Police: Cortland woman sliced husband's hand

SYCAMORE – A 40-year-old Cortland woman was charged with aggravated battery after allegedly threatening to kill her husband and slicing his hand Thursday, authorities said. De ... Read More ť

Quinn signs moratorium on online charter schools

CHICAGO – Virtual charter schools in Illinois are being placed on temporary hold. Gov. Pat Quinn on Friday signed legislation placing a one-year moratorium on any new online c ... Read More ť

Hiawatha grads have big plans

KIRKLAND – Stephan Dreas drove 600 miles from Tullahoma, Tenn., to see his daughter, Amanda Dreas, graduate.He watched proudly, with a video camera in hand, as Amanda walked i ... Read More ť

Illinois Democrats divided on big issues as session’s end nears

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Democrats seemed poised to rule almost unchallenged in the state Capitol after winning supermajorities in the House and Senate last fall. But as intrapa ... Read More ť

Anti-Muslim actions rise in UK over slain soldier

LONDON – Police, politicians and activists in Britain are warning of rising anti-Muslim sentiment following the slaughter of an off-duty British soldier in a London street, an ... Read More ť

Female suicide bomber injures 18 in Russian region

MAKHACHKALA, Russia – A female suicide bomber blew herself up in the southern Russian region of Dagestan on Saturday, injuring at least 18, including two children and five pol ... Read More ť

Our View: Thumbs up to local markets ready to open

Thumbs up: To locally grown food. Eating local produce is easy during the summer months, and considering that we live on some of the most fertile farmland on Earth, there’s no ... Read More ť

Our View: Williams’ return to NIU unnecessary

It appears Northern Illinois University couldn’t get by without one last appearance by Eddie Williams, who is retiring May 31.Williams, the executive vice president and chief ... Read More ť

Kaneland 4x800 relay takes first

CHARLESTON – Kaneland junior Kyle Carter probably could have run the open 800 at the state meet, and he might have even been able to win. But at a program steeped in relay tr ... Read More ť

Sycamore's Dion Hooker wins state title in 200 meters

CHARLESTON – For most high school sophomores, a sixth-place finish at the IHSA Class 2A State Track Meet would be reason for celebration. For Sycamore sophomore Dion Hooker, ... Read More ť

KORCEK'S CORNER: AD search considers changes in football

Just thinking out loud (and in print): ... Read More ť

MUSICK: Shaw delivers much-need jolt

CHICAGO – As Blackhawks forward Andrew Shaw parked his measly 5-foot-10, 180-pound frame in enemy territory Saturday, he resembled a small dog more than a hockey player. You k ... Read More ť

Nominees sought for Good Samaritan award

Annually the Board of Trustees of Oak Crest DeKalb Area Retirement Center recognizes and honors an individual in the community as a modern-day Good Samaritan. This award is pr ... Read More ť

PRAIRIE FLOWERS

Barb pride shining bright at bowling bash To the Editor: The DeKalb Barb Boosters would like to thank all those who attended the Orange and Black Jackpot Bowling Bas ... Read More ť

Lyons: Fear and loathing in anonymity

Most columnists are comfortable going after public officials – calling out their shortcomings and misdeeds in pieces ranging from epic prose to shrill screeds.But in dozens of ... Read More ť

Olson: Some things to talk about

I hope you’ll be seeing friends this Memorial Day weekend. Maybe you could use some things to talk about? Here’s a few quick conversation starters for you, in between grumblin ... Read More ť

Friday Police Reports

Note to readers: Information in Police Reports is obtained from the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office and city police departments. Individuals listed who have been charged with a ... Read More ť

Thursday Police Reports

Note to readers: Information in Police Reports is obtained from the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office and city police departments. Individuals listed who have been charged with a ... Read More ť

DeKalb County farmers selling harvest at many local markets

Barb Pondelick has no problem staying busy during the summer. While running her family’s store at Theis Farm II, 6N953 County Line Road in Maple Park, she sneaks into the fiel ... Read More ť

Memorial Day Parades

Plan your holiday with our list of local Memorial Day Parades! ... Read More ť

Get this look: Furnishing the bathroom

The bathroom is one of the humblest and undoubtedly hardworking rooms in the house. But just because the space is utilitarian, doesn’t mean it should be lacking in style. ... Read More ť

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Sycamore's Hooker wins 200 state title

Sycamore sophomore wins 200 Class 2A state title

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Eating pizza? Keep portions in mind

So here’s a funny story. This dietitian has an extensive history with pizza. Not only has it been recorded as my favorite food since age two, but I worked at numerous pizza joints as a pizza delivery girl for a number of years before becoming a dietitian. There were a couple years of my life where pizza was the majority of my daily meals. And I never got sick of it.

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Illinois Democrats divided on big issues as session’s end nears

Police still searching for suspects in recent publicized cases

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Quinn signs moratorium on online charter schools

Hiawatha grads have big plans

Illinois Democrats divided on big issues as session’s end nears

Anti-Muslim actions rise in UK over slain soldier

Female suicide bomber injures 18 in Russian region

Our View: Thumbs up to local markets ready to open

Our View: Williams’ return to NIU unnecessary

Kaneland 4x800 relay takes first

Sycamore's Dion Hooker wins state title in 200 meters

KORCEK'S CORNER: AD search considers changes in football

MUSICK: Shaw delivers much-need jolt

Nominees sought for Good Samaritan award

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Lyons: Fear and loathing in anonymity

Olson: Some things to talk about

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DeKalb County farmers selling harvest at many local markets

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Get this look: Furnishing the bathroom

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