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The DeKalb Public Library will host a hygge program as part of its Hygge Happiness series this month. Hygge is a Danish word used to describe the creation of a cozy, warm and inviting atmosphere.

The DeKalb Public Library will host a workshop for community members to learn how to transcribe the National Archives original documents as part of the America 250 initiative.

Adults experiencing loss and grief can attend two grief support group sessions offered in January at the DeKalb Public Library.

The DeKalb Area Women’s Center will offer a “The Lost Goddess Cultures of Old Europe” educational presentation for adults to learn about neolithic old Europe people.

Kaneland won its home wrestling mean behind an individual title from Angelina Gochis while Sycamore had four individual champs and took third; Presley Meyer scored 25 for Genoa-Kingston; the NIU men and women lost and more in the roundup.

Kishwaukee College will host a Discover Kish event for new students and their families to learn about and explore the college. The Jan. 7 event includes a resource fair.

The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of DeKalb is seeking community volunteers to help run its overnight warming center, which opened for the season on Saturday. The shelter is open nightly through March 15.

A special use permit for developers hoping to build a commercial solar energy system in Squaw Grove Township has been reauthorized by the DeKalb County Board.

From elections and major developments to big hires and more, here’s some DeKalb County news we’re keeping an eye on in 2026:

Indian Creek kept passing the ball until it found the open shot at Genoa-Kingston on Friday, and the Timberwolves found plenty of them during a 61-44 win over the Cogs.

Myles Newman scored 27 and Aaron Ziga scored 16 for DeKalb in a loss to Rock Island while Genoa-Kingston was 2-2 at the Sandwich Duals.

Here’s what’s happening at Somonauk Public Library in January:

AARP’s Tax–Aide will offer a free tax return preparation program for 2026 for area residents ages 50 and older. The program will be available at five locations in DeKalb, La Salle, Genoa, and Sycamore.

A fire that started in a water heater closet inside an apartment building in DeKalb late Thursday initially displaced seven residents, authorities said. As of Friday afternoon, only one resident from one unit remains displaced, said Acting Fire Chief Luke Howieson.

The first-time parents of the first baby to be born in DeKalb County in 2026 drove their child home to Hinckley on Friday.

NIU’s first Mountain West slate is set, so here’s a quick look at every 2026 opponent — from first matchups to long‑distance trips and a few familiar faces. A new league means new storylines for the Huskies.

NIU’s first Mountain West slate is set, so here’s a quick look at every 2026 opponent — from first matchups to long‑distance trips and a few familiar faces. A new league means new storylines for the Huskies.

A developer wants to install an industrial and commercial business park with travel center, a gas station and convenience store along Peace Road in DeKalb. The plan is being called the DeKalb Commerce Center, documents show.

After years of delays, a developer is expected to present his final plan to turn the long-vacant former St. Mary’s Hospital on Fisk Avenue in DeKalb into an apartment building.

After a tough loss Tuesday to open Day 2 of the Don Flavin Invitational, the DeKalb wrestling team had a long talk, then stormed back with two big wins.

Column: The DeKalb Citizens’ Environmental Commission will launch a Green Business Recognition Program in early 2026 to encourage and celebrate businesses that take meaningful steps toward sustainability, writes Linda Srygler and Shaun Langley.

After going 1-2 on Monday, Sycamore picked up a 43-30 win over Moline on Tuesday morning before dropping duals to Lyons, 42-32, and Rochelle, 38-33.

Bryan Miller finished with 13 points and five assists while Aaron Ziga had a game-high 20 points as DeKalb held off United Township to take third at the Chuck Dayton Classic on Tuesday.

Applications are available for KVAL’s 55th annual Northern Illinois Art Show

DeKalb police are asking for the public’s help in an investigation of a reported burglary in the Summit Enclave subdivision on Christmas Day.