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Daily Herald opinion: A day to cherish: Varied perspectives on Christmas greet the holiday with a great sense of joy and hope

This editorial is adapted from one that was originally published on Dec. 24, 2016. We arrive after a long year on this the most festive, joyous and magical of all da...

With 10-year-old William Kilberts nearby, Elgin resident Lisette Kilberts, right, hugs Janelle Bordeau on Tuesday after Bordeau and local firefighters delivered gifts to Kilberts’ home. Bordeau’s husband is firefighter Kip Bordeau.

Santa, firefighters bring Christmas cheer to Elgin family

Santa Claus and a team of Elgin firefighters brought gifts to an Elgin family on Tuesday.

The Willow Creek Community Church worship team sings during Tuesday's first Christmas Eve service in South Barrington.

Willow Creek worshipers gather on Christmas Eve

Willow Creek Community Church members came together on Tuesday to experience the hope and peace of the Christmas season.

Detroit Lions linebacker Trevor Nowaske (53), cornerback Morice Norris (40) and safety Brian Branch (32) defend against Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore (2) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)

Bears Film Study: Wasn’t Detroit’s defense devastated by injuries?

Detroit’s shorthanded defense still had no problem dispatching the Bears on Sunday. Do we really need more proof this team needs a talent upgrade before a new coach will succeed?

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes heads off the field following an NFL football game against the Houston Texans Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won 27-19. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

Jim O’Donnell: Netflix and the NFL set for a Yuletide thrashing of the NBA on ABC/ESPN

A SMALL HOLIDAY SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP will commune via TV remotes today. It's called, “People Watching NBA Games on Christmas Day.” The numbers of that mild bunch will b...

Barb's Precious Rescue founder Barb Weber, “Santa Claus” Don Kronberg and his daughter Emma with the Kronbergs’ cat Sadie during Whiskers & Wishes With Santa at Barb's Precious Rescue in Palatine on Dec. 15.

Cats meet Claus at Barb’s Precious Rescue event

There were no reindeer. But there were plenty of cats, as Barb’s Precious Rescue and Adoption Center in Palatine rang in the holiday season with an opportunity for people to celebrate with their pets and take pictures with Santa Claus.

The national tour of the musical “Shucked” promises to warm up chilly theatergoers when it plays the CIBC Theatre in January.

10 shows for winter: Local premieres heat up Chicago-area theater

In an effort to entice theater fans from their cozy confines this winter, Chicago-area companies are staging local premieres of Broadway hits along with a smattering of revivals.

Chicago’s Blue Man Group will host special New Year’s Eve performances for kids and adults on Tuesday, Dec. 31, at the Briar Street Theatre in Chicago.

Things to do Dec. 27 to Jan. 2: Blue Man Group, New Year’s Eve, holiday light shows and more

Mark your calendar for Blue Man Group, New Year’s Eve, holiday light shows and more happening this week.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
 

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