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The Beacon-News Wednesday, December 17, 2025 | | |
| | | | | A longtime ally of Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich, Joliet Bishop Ronald Hicks has been selected to oversee the second-largest archdiocese in the United States. | | | | | A new state law limiting federal immigration enforcement around courthouses and other sensitive locations is to be enforced via civil lawsuits, not local law enforcement, according to the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office and Kane County Sheriff’s Office. | | | | | As the Trump administration’s mass deportation raids continue, their impact has stretched across the Chicago region. Here’s what to know. | | | | | Price will be replacing current District 204 Superintendent Adrian Talley, who opted not to renew his contract beyond the 2025-26 school year. | | | | | For Annie Fish, it all comes down to “where my heart is.” | | | | | Southland coaches react to Illinois High School Association expanding state playoffs in football for 2026 season. | | | | | Lota Onwuameze leads the way for IMSA with game-high 17 points and 11 rebounds in a 51-32 win over St. Edward. | | | | | Travis Brown provides spark and scores 11 points as West Aurora uses 1-2-2 press to beat Streamwood 82-20. | | | |