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The DeKalb Park District failed to annex the Meta DeKalb Data Center to its tax rolls for two years, likely causing the district to miss out on more than a million dollars in property tax revenue since 2022, an official said.

Santa Claus made his first appearance of the season Thursday during the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce’s Lights on Lincoln and Santa Comes to Town.

Sycamore United Methodist Church will present “Hope,” a gospel Christmas cantata, at 5 p.m. Dec. 8 in the church sanctuary.

St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Hinckley will host its annual Cookie Walk and Bake Sale on Dec. 14.

Radio station WLBK holds their annual Freezin’ For Food initiative December 5-7 in the Hy-Vee parking lot where they are collecting non-perishable food items and monetary donations to help restock The Salvation Army’s food pantries in DeKalb County.

The DeKalb Youth Football League Jr. Barb Junior Varsity Cheerleading Squad is headed for the warmer climate of sunny Florida later this month. The team will compete on the national level Dec. 7-14.

The DeKalb Area Women’s Center will host its annual Holiday Shopping Fair on Friday and Saturday for residents to shop for crafts and gifts.

Dimensions Dance Academy students will dance in the windows of various downtown DeKalb businesses Friday for its “Once Upon a Tutu” event. All are welcome.

A new community space designed to provide local seniors with a cozy and welcoming environment to relax and connect opened this month with the help of Elder Care Services of DeKalb County.

The Celebration Chorale will perform its annual “The Song of Bethlehem” Christmas cantata for the holiday season on Dec. 7 and Dec. 8. All are welcome.

The Friends of the Sycamore Library will host a used book sale Dec. 7 to help improve the library’s services, resources and facilities.

The DeKalb Public Library will host an air hockey tournament for teens to challenge friends and show off skills.

Jazz in Progress will perform an after-hours concert at the DeKalb Public Library on Dec. 6.

Four years before police said he caused a crash that killed DeKalb County sheriff’s deputy Christina Musil, Nathan Sweeney pleaded guilty to DUI and possessing heroin – an offense that, if properly reported, should have revoked his driver’s license. The state was never notified.

The annual charity basketball game, featuring DeKalb School District 428 employees and DeKalb County first responders, returned Monday to a packed Huntley Middle School gymnasium

The Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project, a local chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution, and the Sycamore Education Foundation were among the nonprofits Daily Chronicle readers said they plan to support.

Here are official results for the 2024 November election for the DeKalb County circuit clerk, coroner, state's attorney, as well as DeKalb County Board, local legislative races and referendums.

Opinion: Did you know that the DeKalb Chamber is celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year? Check out my itinerary and their jam-packed schedule! The Chamber's resident holiday helper, Elfie, writes about forthcoming family fun in December.

Rooted for Good, formerly DeKalb County Community Gardens, will hold two free food distribution events in honor of Giving Tuesday, Dec. 3.

The Hinckley Police Department will partner with the U.S. Marine Corps 2024 to host a Toys for Tots program. The boxes will be available through Dec. 12.

The December hybrid Brown Bag Lunch and Local Lore series at the DeKalb County History Center will feature a lecture on holiday feast customs.

The DeKalb County Community Mental Health Board is accepting applications to select a new board member. Applications are due Dec. 6.

Continuing the longstanding local holiday tradition, the Beth Fowler Dance Company and Beth Fowler School of Dance will once more present “The Nutcracker Ballet.” Performances start Friday.

Equine Dreams recently was awarded a $7,300 grant from the DeKalb County Community Foundation’s Community Needs Grant to complete its accessible tack room.

Utility box murals created with artwork by community members have popped up across downtown DeKalb.

Rooted For Good’s mobile food pantry, the Grow Mobile, will offer free food and household items to all who visit at various locations across DeKalb County in December.

The Kishwaukee Valley Art League will participate in Sycamore’s Winter Chocolate Walk from 4 to 8 p.m. Dec. 12. The league will serve chocolate treats and host its Holiday Arts and Crafts Market and “Create with KVAL” event.

As industries have started to crop up on the city of DeKalb’s south side, so, too, have local planning efforts to accommodate future water infrastructure demands.

In a weekend most known for big box store sales and crowded checkout lines, DeKalb County small business owners said they hope shoppers will remember to think of them, too. Between Shop Small Crawl, Merry Market and Fargo Skateboarding's Made in the Midwest, options abound.

At the Hopkins Community Center in DeKalb this week, the Kishwaukee Special Recreation Association invited area veterans to take part in a new program meant to promote learning and foster a sense of community and belonging.

Resource Bank’s Classics Club attended a membership trip to England and Scotland.

The J.F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center will host a “Holiday at the Homestead” open house Dec. 1 to support the museum.

Brian Bemis Toyota of DeKalb recently donated $1,000 to Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Cancer Center to fund programs and services that benefit patients and their families.

The DeKalb School District 428 school board is weighing its 2024 property tax levy options this month ahead of a final vote expected in December. The board so far has expressed support for a levy that could save the average DeKalb homeowner about $40 compared to their 2023 bill.

Kishwaukee United Way has partnered with the Old Navy store in DeKalb to launch a Winter donation drive, a community effort aimed at keeping local families warm throughout the winter months, writes Michele Vaughn. Here's how to help.

Check out some of the best photos captured by Daily Chronicle photographers for Shaw Local News Network the week of Nov. 22-29, 2024.

The DeKalb Public Library will host a workshop Dec. 2 for patrons to learn about financial wellness for people with disabilities.

DeKalb County 4-H Shooting Sports program members Reese Harper, Lillie Harper and Adrianna Rosecrants recently were awarded the NRA Distinguished Expert Certification in air rifle.

As a firefighter, Adam Miller said he has long felt that supporting causes like the Muscular Dystrophy Association meant a great deal to him. Miller and his fellow DeKalb firefighters served a crowded Fatty's Pub and Grille Wednesday to help raise money for a good cause.

A DeKalb-based acting troupe has taken it upon themselves to give back to the community that attends their theater’s performances by partnering with The Salvation Army to help fill plates for Thanksgiving. The group also is collecting toys through Dec. 10 for local children.

The annual event makes its return Dec. 2 to Huntley Middle School gymnasium, where DeKalb police officers and firefighters will face off against DeKalb School District 428 faculty and staff in charity basketball game. Benefits will support the DeKalb County Marines toy drive.

DeKalb firefighters gathered at a packed Fatty's Pub and Grille in DeKalb on Wednesday for the annual Tip A Firefighter event, which raised money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Holiday shoppers looking to spend their money locally this weekend are invited to DeKalb’s annual Merry Market, a two-day downtown local business shopping spree with more than 40 vendors offering that perfect holiday gift. The market runs Saturday and Sunday.

SommsVintage, a new clothing store in DeKalb, is among area establishments preparing for Small Business Saturday.

The night before Thanksgiving is known as 'Drinksgiving,' where old friends reunite at local bars. Check out these award-winning bars and pubs in northern Illinois.

Body camera footage released by state police Tuesday shows DeKalb Police Chief David Byrd and Officer Brian Bollow as a tense scene and shooting unfurls at a local car dealership after a DeKalb man attacked multiple employees with knives, authorities said.

Local veterans and musicians of all abilities come together to enjoy music Tuesday during the Kishwaukee Special Recreation Association's Chords and Camaraderie at the Hopkins Park Community Center.

Song paired with guest dancers in one number will help power the “Making Music in the Heart” winter concert on Dec. 7.

The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of DeKalb is partnering with the Community Empowerment Campaign to seek volunteers for its winter overnight warming center.

The DeKalb Public Library will host a live demonstration for patrons to learn about different technology for scanning and digitizing old media.