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Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Pope Leo XIV to name Joliet Bishop Ronald Hicks as next archbishop of New York: report

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.

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Kane County state’s attorney, sheriff say new state immigration law to be enforced via lawsuits, not by local officers

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.

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What to know about immigration enforcement raids in Chicago

As the Trump administration’s mass deportation raids continue, their impact has stretched across the Chicago region. Here’s what to know.

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North Chicago District 187’s John Price to take over as Indian Prairie 204 superintendent in July

Price will be replacing current District 204 Superintendent Adrian Talley, who opted not to renew his contract beyond the 2025-26 school year.

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Column: Legacy of caring guides leader of Aurora’s new warming center

For Annie Fish, it all comes down to “where my heart is.”

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Coaches react to IHSA expanding football playoffs to 384 teams across eight classes

Southland coaches react to Illinois High School Association expanding state playoffs in football for 2026 season.

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Lota Onwuameze wants to do more than just score points or grab rebounds for IMSA. ‘Bring our team together.’

Lota Onwuameze leads the way for IMSA with game-high 17 points and 11 rebounds in a 51-32 win over St. Edward.

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Bouncing back from an injury, Travis Brown helps West Aurora erase 0-6 record. And now? ‘Keep our streak up.’

Travis Brown provides spark and scores 11 points as West Aurora uses 1-2-2 press to beat Streamwood 82-20.

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