Christmas

David Kump on Joliet has pledged to spend the rest of his life making sure people don’t forget

There are many options to dispose of used Christmas trees and also be environmentally friendly in DeKalb County. Here’s how to take advantage of opportunities in your neighborhood:

Not even the COVID-19 pandemic can squelch the holiday spirit

Award-winning holiday light displays twinkle across DeKalb County. Check out our photo gallery.

Although Randy Espe has a white beard and reindeer, and December is his busiest time of year, he’s not Santa Claus, and he lives in Shabbona, not the North Pole.

Staley: ‘They just can’t be thrown away. She put too much work into them.’

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To raise awareness, the Plainfield Fire Protection District is participating “Keep the Wreath Red,” a holiday safety program. Here’s how it works.

Selections include eco-friendly and fair trades gifts and gift cards for local businesses

Swedish tradition of Santa Lucia ushers in the Christmas holiday

Meet at Santa's hut inLockport. Santa and Mrs. Claus will lead the way.

The Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet is showing 2 classic films, hosting Joliet American Legion Band concert

GoFundMe page started by MomsClub of New Lenox surpasses $21,000

Enjoy 2 twists on the holiday concert: classic rock and spoken word