On Oct. 12, Wags 2 Wishes animals rescue in Joliet hosted its second "Best in Drag Dinner Show" to raise money for its dogs in rescue at the Holiday Inn in Bolingbrook. Drag queen Kara Mel performs a medley of songs by Prince.

VIDEO: Singing her way into a new language
Lorena Himes of Plainfield perfects her English by learning and performing Christmas songs Dec. 4 at Audiophil's in Joliet. Watch Video

VIDEO: A tribute to a Joliet legend
Ted Slowik performed an original song he wrote about Molly Zelko on Dec. 4 at Audiophil's in Joliet. Watch Video

VIDEO: ER doctor at Lockport career fair planned hands-on activity
Dr. Adam Lee explained the activity he brought for students at St. Dennis Catholic School in Lockport on Nov. 5. Watch Video