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Photos: 2025 in focus, best images of the year from our photographers across northern Illinois

Shaw Local photographers across northern Illinois captured some amazing moments this year, including the excitement and drama of high school sports, the hometown pride of a summer festival, and the reality of the news events that shaped our communities. Together, these images preserve not just what happened in 2025, but how it felt to live in the towns and neighborhoods we call home.

By Mark Busch , Mark Busch , mark bush, Shaw Local News Network, Mark Busch , Mark Busch , Shaw Local News Network and Mark Busch ●

Photos: Benet vs. St. Charles East at Montini Christmas Tournament

Here are Karen Naess' photos from Tuesday's game between Benet and St. Charles East at the Montini Christmas Tournament.

By Karen Naess for Shaw Local News Network●

Photos: Visits with Santa in Geneva

Children got their last chances to put in their wish lists with Santa Saturday in Geneva, whose visits were sponsored by the local chamber. Geneva has moved to a reservation system, allowing visits to be more personalized by sharing with Santa ahead of time specific wishes.

By Mark Black for Shaw Local News Network●

Photos: Bears beat Packers 22-16 in big NFC North showdown

The Chicago Bears beat the Green Bay Packers 22-16 in an important NFC North battle Saturday night at Soldier Field in Chicago.

By Mark Busch ●

Photos: Batavia vs. Geneva boys basketball

Here are Karen Naess' photos from Friday's boys basketball game between Batavia and Geneva.

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