We say goodbye to our student correspondents from Kaneland High School, have a holiday check-in with the teacher we interview every month, and look back at a few of our favorite conversations of 2025.

Standup comic Brooks Wheelan begins the new year with shows at the Comedy Cabin in Janesville, WI on January 2 and 3.

Some people may not be ready to take down their Christmas tree just yet, but for those who are, one northern Illinois organization is giving you a more sustainable option. Jess Savage has more.

The Board plans to finalize a contract and hold a formal vote of approval on Jan. 5, 2026.

13-WREX meteorologist John Jurgens gives us his holiday season weather forecast.

The collected trees will be bundled together, weighted, and submerged at lakes, providing critical habitat for multiple fish species and promoting algae growth for insects that attract fish for anglers.

It’s been another tough year for farmers in Illinois. Profits have plummeted and margins are razor-thin. Economists from the University of Illinois have been traveling around the state to meet farmers where they’re at and present their research findings. WNIJ’s Jess Savage recently caught up with the road show in DeKalb.

In the world of classical music, male orchestra conductors significantly outnumber female conductors. But one Northern Illinois University music professor isn’t letting that get in her way. She shares her story of perseverance despite personal and professional challenges.

Andy Gannon retired from WIFR-TV in August after 42 years on the air.

On a new Teachers' Lounge, we're revisiting a few of our favorite education conversations of 2025 as we finish up the year.